Sound Bites A Nutrition Podcast
Health & Fitness:Nutrition
EPA+DHA Research: Diabetes, Cognition, Depression and Anxiety
Omega-3 fatty acids, specifically eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), are important nutrients that play crucial roles in supporting healthy hearts, brains, eyes, joints, inflammation, as well as mental health. They also play an important role in fetal brain and eye development and reducing the risk of early preterm birth. However, 95 percent of Americans – and 80 percent of people worldwide – are not getting enough of these vital nutrients.
While it is possible to obtain EPA and DHA omega-3s through the diet from fatty fish, seafood and some fortified foods, dietary supplements may be helpful or necessary in some cases.
Before starting any supplement regimen, it's crucial to consult with a healthcare professional, as individual needs can vary. Additionally, it’s worthwhile to choose high-quality supplements that undergo testing for purity and potency.
Tune into this episode to learn about:
· different types of omega-3s, recommended amounts and average intakes
· health benefits of and common myths about omega-3s
· food sources of omega-3s and barriers/challenges in increasing consumption
· an overview of the amount of research and the GOED clinical study database
· latest research related to diabetes, brain health and mental health
· limitations of research and future research opportunities
· practical tips for increasing intake of omega-3 rich foods
· what to look for in a supplement
· where to order at-home omega-3 index tests
· resources for the public and health professionals
Full shownotes, transcript and resources at: https://soundbitesrd.com/251
About the Sound Bites Podcast
115: Is Your Diet ‘Good Enough’? – Monica Reinagel
114: Decreasing the Cultural Distance in Diabetes – Constance Brown-Riggs
113: The Art & Science of MSG & Umami – Chef Chris Koetke & Dr. Tia Rains
112: MSG & Umami: Heritage, Health & Headaches? – Mary Lee Chin
111: The Untold History of MSG & Umami – Sarah Lohman
110: The Sweet Life: Diabetes, Sweeteners & Culinary Applications – Amy Myrdal Miller
109: What Truly Matters: A Closer Look at 10 Health Behaviors – Dr. Vineet Nair
108: Critical Thinking & Behavior Change - Dr. Jason Riis
107: Industry Funding, Sci Comm & Dr. Oz - Dr. Taylor Wallace
106: Meal Planning & Prep - Toby Amidor & Jessica Levinson
105: Alcohol & Your Health - Ginger Hultin
104: Cow Gas, Upcycling & Beef Sustainability - Dr. Sara Place
103: Talking Trash (Food Waste) – Dr. Joan Salge Blake
102: Stevia, Umami & The Cowboy Ninja – Dr. Keith Ayoob
101: Seafood & Sustainable Aquaculture – Egil Sundheim
100: Communicating Science in a Modern Media Environment – Dietram Scheufele
099: The Supermarket ‘Shopportunity’ for Dietitians and Consumers – Shari Steinbach
098: Digging Into Soil Health, Weed Control & Glyphosate - Jennie Schmidt
097: Produce and Pesticides in Perspective – Teresa Thorne
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