
Previous studies have shown that omega-3 fats reduce
inflammation associated with
rheumatoid arthritis. According to a new report from
MSNBC, it's not that simple. New research has revealed differences among omega-3 fats. Certain types of
omega-3 fats (EPA and DHA), are found in fish. Another type (ALA) is derived from plant foods such as seed and nut oils.
Since the body is able to convert ALA into EPA and DHA, it was thought that eating foods high in ALA brought the same benefits as eating fish. New evidence shows that even 10 times the level of ALA which Americans get from their diet resulted in small increases of EPA and DHA in the blood. However, ALA itself affects inflammation and also may balance the role of omega-6 fats.
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