Dietary supplements are a $37-billion industry. A health benefit of a dietary c…

Dietary supplements are a $37-billion industry. A health benefit of a dietary component doesn't always translate into its benefit as a supplement. A good example is omega-3 fatty acids, found in salmon. Studies show that the omega-3s docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) help boost brain and heart health, respectively. “Omega-3s help with blood vessel compliance and have a nice blood-thinning effect,” which can reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes, says Shawn Talbott, fellow at the American College of Sports Medicine, and author of The Secret Of Vigor. A 2012 paper published in Epidemiologic Review found that women who ate more salmon lowered their risk of heart disease, and DHA protects neurons in the brain from damage and inflammation. A 2015 meta-review in Neuroscience and Biobehavioral Review found that an increase in fish consumption could reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s by more than 30 percent. Eating more salmon can prevent heart disease and dementia, but there is no evidence that fish oil capsules have the same effect. So save your money on the capsules and spend it on salmon and enjoy.

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