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A diet rich in omega-3 fatty acids is essential to promoting heart health and preventing chronic diseases. Here are some ways to incorporate more of it in your diet that go way beyond fish!
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Brussels Sprouts
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Part of the cruciferous vegegable family, Brussels sprouts can protect heart health and even reduce your risk of developing cardiovascular disease. Each half cup contains 135 mg — upwards of half your daily recommended serving.
Walnuts
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On top of improving brain health and staving off hunger pangs, walnuts are bursting with healthy fats and omega-3 fatty acids. One serving is all you need to meet most dietary recommendations. Eat them with cereal or on top of a salad.
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Seaweed
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That's not to say that other sources of omega-3 can't come from the sea! Seaweed, in addition to supplying iodine and other vital nutrients, contains a significant amount of DHA and EPA fatty acids. More and more people are also opting for algae oil as a source for omega-3's over the more commonly known fish oil supplements.
Chia Seeds
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With just a one ounce serving providing over 300 percent of your daily recommended omega-3 intake, chia seeds are one of the best plant-based sources around. They're high in fiber and can also be easily added to yogurts, salads, and drinks.
Wild Rice
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Despite its name, wild rice isn't a rice at all but a grass. It contains not only twice the protein and fiber of brown rice, but contains a surprising amount of omega-3 fatty acids as well.
Hemp Seeds
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A bit lesser known than other members of seed family, hemp offers a wealth of health benefits from arthritis relief and weight loss. They're also a great source of both omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, as well as vital plant proteins.
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