140: Cardiovascular Health & Omega-3s: Clearing Up Controversies – Dr. Carl Lavie
Sound Bites A Nutrition Podcast · Melissa Joy Dobbins and Carl Lavie
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Show Notes
"There have been controversies about omega 3s in the last decade or so where many of the more recent studies have not demonstrated the same benefits as the studies done 30 years ago – but there have been some very recent studies that have been very impressive regarding omega-3s." – Dr. Carl Lavie
Tune in to this episode to hear an in-depth discussion about:
- Why are there seemingly mixed "reviews" on Omega-3s and CVD?
- What does the research really show about the impact of Omega-3s on cardiovascular health?
- How much Omega-3s do you need? From food? From supplements?
- Which fish sources are higher in Omega-3s?
- Is eating seafood twice a week enough?
- Can you meet your Omega-3 requirements through plant-based food sources and supplements?
- How to make sense of EPA & DHA on supplement labels
- If you are at higher risk for CVD do you need more Omega-3s than people who aren't?
- Should you get your Omega-3 levels checked?
- How important is exercise compared to diet when it comes to cardiovascular health? Is one more important than the other?
Dr. Lavie is a board-certified cardiologist with expertise in Preventive Cardiology, especially physical activity, aerobic and muscular fitness, cardiac rehabilitation, obesity, psychological risk factors, Omega-3s and fish oil. He is also the author of the book The Obesity Paradox which addresses how once patients have cardiovascular disease(s), those who are overweight or obese actually have a better prognosis than do thin patients with the same diseases.
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