Loving salmon

Consume more omega-3 fatty acids. Yes your doctor tells you that, but now your dentist should also be chiming in.

A recent Japanese

study compared levels of omega-3 fatty acids and the prevalence of dental diseases. The results show that the anti-inflammatory effects in omega-3's are found to combat bacteria causing dental health issues.

Let's review what we've got so far on omega-3 fatty acids. They benefit the heart, ward off Parkinson's and Alzheimer's disease, treat depression, play a crucial role in brain function, as well as aid in normal growth and development.

Our bodies cannot make omega-3 fats; to get them eat fish, particularly salmon, tuna, and halibut, other seafood, green leafy vegetables like spinach and kale, plus some nuts like walnuts, and some nut oils.

Besides being an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids - one gram per one 1.5-ounce serving - salmon packs a whopper in nutrients: high protein and Vitamin D to name just a few.

Nutrition scientists around the world, and groups like Oldways, the Latino Nutrition Coalition, and the American Heart Association recommend that people include two four-ounce servings of fish each week.