| A Fish A Day For A Healthy Heart |
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Fish contains Omega-3 which consists of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA).
These acids are not produced by the body and needs to be obtained from diet or dietary supplements.
Omega-3 is vital in protecting our heart's by :
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Lowering blood pressure and triglycerides levels by 25 - 30%1 |
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Maintaining healthy blood vessel2 |
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Fish is one of the sources of Omega-3
and the chart below indicates the best type of fishes to consume :
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| Are You Getting Enough Omega-3 From Fish ? |
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Fish is an excellent source of Omega-3 and the US National Institute of Health recommends a daily intake
of 500-100mg of Omega-3. Smaller fishes such as mackerel, sardine, and anchovies are rich in Omega-3.
It is advisable to avoid shark, swordfish and tilefish as they may contain high levels of mercury, dioxin
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While choosing the right fish is important, the process of preparing it is crucial. Deep or stir frying fish
exposes it to high heat resulting in the oxidation of Omega-3. It is best to steam, grill or take fish raw to reduce
its exposure to direct heat. |
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To ensure your heart health with fish, experts recommend fish oil supplements as an alternative. |
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| ABBOTT BIO-ENHANCED (BE) FISH OIL PLUS |
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Each ABBOTT BIO-ENHANCED FISH OIL PLUS capsule contains high concentration of Omega-3,
especially EPA (33%) and DHA (22%) as well as natural Vitamin E. The fish oil capsules are sourced from
fishes that are rich in Omega-3 such as anchovies, sardines and mackerel. The Bio-Sol
technology used to make the supplement enhances Omega-3 absorption by 3x. BE Fish Oil Plus' "No Fishy
Aftertaste" makes easy consumption for those who dislike fish. |
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Choosing a supplement can be confusing but the guide from American Heart Association (AHA)
makes it easier. How much Omega-3 do we need?2
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AHA Recommendation
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Normal Strength Omega-3 (300mg)
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Abbott BE Fish Oil Plus Omega-3 (500mg)
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Individuals without documented Coronary Heart Disease (CHD) |
0.4-0.5g Omega-3 daily |
1-2 capsules |
1 capsule |
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Individuals with documented CHD |
1g EPA and DHA supplement daily |
3-4 capsules |
2 capsules |
Individuals needing to lower triglyceride
(a form of fat) |
2-4g EPA and DHA supplement daily |
6-14 capsules |
2-3 capsules |
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Come and pump up your heart with BE Fish Oil Plus!
For more information on Omega-3 and the heart, email your questions to
info@abbottlifeplus.com |
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Szapary PO et al. 2004. Triglyceride-high-density-lipoprotein axis: an important target of therapy. AmHeart J, 148, 211-221 |
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Penny M. Kris-Etherton, et.al 2007. Fish, consumption, fish oil, omega-3 fatty acid and cardiovascular disease. AHA
Scientific Statement Circulation, 106, 2747- 2757 |
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Iveta Garaiova et al. A randomised cross-over trial in healthy adults indicating improved absorption of omega-3 fatty acids by pre-emulsification. Nutrition Journal 2007 |
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