{"id":81938,"date":"2017-06-07t10:38:43","date_gmt":"2017-06-07t14:38:43","guid":{"rendered":"\/\/www.digitopmedia.com\/?p=81938"},"modified":"2023-01-19t21:01:32","modified_gmt":"2023-01-20t02:01:32","slug":"benefits-of-fish","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"\/\/www.digitopmedia.com\/benefits-of-fish\/","title":{"rendered":"10 health-related benefits of fish"},"content":{"rendered":"
there are health benefits of fish you might not be noticing.<\/p>\n
not only is fish packed with protein, but it also contains other important nutrients like vitamin d.<\/p>\n
fish it also an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids, which your brain and body need.<\/p>\n
need more convincing? below are ten health-related benefits of fish.<\/p>\n
fish contain lots of omega-3 fatty acids, which are necessary for growth and development.<\/p>\n
studies posted by the pharmacological research<\/a><\/em> and the journal of nutrition<\/em><\/a> show that the omega-3 fatty acid docosahexaenoic acid (dha) is essential to brain development in infants and that it improves the ability to learn.<\/p>\n research published by lipids<\/em><\/a> also indicates that dha is also necessary for proper development of the eye.<\/p>\n in general, pregnant women should avoid eating big fish that are predatory, like shark, king mackerel, and swordfish. they should also avoid uncooked fish, such as sushi.<\/p>\n the fda recommended that pregnant women eat between 8 and 12 ounces, or 2 to 3 servings of fish to receive the benefits, as stated by mayo clinic<\/a>.<\/p>\n fish contains nutrients most people don\u2019t get enough of, like high-quality protein, iodine, and some vitamins and minerals.<\/p>\n while all fish is good, some kinds of fish are better for you than others.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n fatty fish like trout, salmon, tuna, and mackerel are considered better for you because they are high in necessary fat-based nutrients.<\/p>\n one of the nutrients fatty fish supply is vitamin d, a nutrient that many people are lacking, as claimed by the\u00a0 journal of steroid biochemistry and molecular biology<\/em><\/a>.<\/p>\n webmd<\/a> says that vitamin d is essential for healthy bones and evidence also supports the role of vitamin d in optimal health<\/p>\n fatty fish also contain more omega-3 fatty acids, than other kinds of fish. omega-3 fatty acids are very important to brain function.<\/p>\n to ensure you\u2019re getting enough omega-3, health professionals recommend eating one or two servings of fish per week. one serving is equal to 3.5 ounces of fish.<\/p>\n the bottom line<\/strong>: fish is an excellent source for many of the nutrients you may be missing, such as vitamin d and omega-3 fatty acids. fatty fish are the best source of vitamin d and omega-3 fatty acids.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n there’s evidence showing the use of omega-3 fatty acids helps improve mood, as stated on studies published by oxidative medicine and cellular longevity<\/em><\/a>, webmd<\/a>, and the journal of clinical psychiatry<\/em><\/a>.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n the importance of vitamin d to one’s wellbeing bears repeating.<\/p>\n vitamin d is incredibly important to the body because it helps your body to absorb calcium.<\/p>\n sadly, 41.6% of americans don\u2019t get enough vitamin d, as stated in a study posted by nutrition research<\/a><\/em>.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n fish are one of the best dietary sources of vitamin d. in fact, 3 ounces of wild-caught salmon contains 425 international units (iu) of vitamin d compared to the 42 iu found in beef liver, which is also considered a good source of vitamin d.<\/p>\n the body can also gain vitamin d from sunlight, but with the use of sunscreen, you may be unable to get enough vitamin d from sunlight alone.<\/p>\n if you don\u2019t currently get enough vitamin d from exposure to the sun and if you don\u2019t eat fish regularly, you can also get vitamin d from some fish oils, such as cod liver oil.<\/p>\n the bottom line<\/strong>: a large number of americans aren\u2019t getting enough vitamin d. adding more fatty fish to your diet can help ensure that you get enough of this essential vitamin.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n as we age, our brains undergo changes. research posted by the archives of neurology<\/em><\/a> and the american journal of clinical nutrition<\/a> shows eating fish benefits brain functionality.<\/p>\n one of the reasons fish benefits brain function by affecting gray matter; the tissue responsible for memory and cognitive function.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n a research reported by medical daily<\/a> showed a connection between eating fish and improved brain functionality.<\/p>\n the bottom line<\/strong>: fish benefits brain function.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n sleep issues are a common problem all around the world.<\/p>\n while there may be many causes of sleep issues, new evidence suggests that a lack of vitamin d could be linked to sleep issues, as claimed by a research posted by the medical hypotheses<\/a><\/em>.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n another study published in the journal of clinical sleep medicin<\/em>e<\/a> involving 95 men that lasted six months showed that eating salmon three times per week improved both sleep and the ability to carry out daily tasks.<\/p>\n the bottom line<\/strong>: adding fish to your diet may improve the quality of sleep.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n fish is considered a heart-healthy food. in fact, the american heart association recommends a person to eat fish twice a week to improve your heart health.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n studies published by the clinical nutrition<\/a> and the public health nutrition<\/a> have shown that people who eat fish often have a lower health risks.<\/p>\nbenefits of fish and essential nutrients<\/h2>\n
improving mood by eating fish<\/h2>\n
benefits of fish and vitamin d<\/h2>\n
benefits of fish and brain health<\/h2>\n
fish benefits sleep<\/h2>\n
fish benefits heart health<\/h2>\n