Fish
Description
Fish are aquatic, cold-blooded animals that have gills or shells. Note that Shellfish are not scientifically classified as Fish.
General Health Benefits of Fish Consumption
Cardiovascular System
Regular consumption of Fish (especially Oily Fish) may help to prevent Atherosclerosis (by lowering elevated levels of Lipoprotein (a), a major contributor to Atherosclerosis). [1]
Regular consumption of Fish may help to prevent Ischemic Heart Disease (due to the high Omega-3 Fatty Acids content of Fish): [2]
Relatively high (225 - 300 grams or more per week) consumption of Fish (preferably Oily Fish) lowers the risk of Heart Attack and helps to prolong survival in people who have already experienced a Heart Attack (due to the high content of Omega-3 Fatty Acids in Fish). [3]
One meal of Oily Fish per week can reduce the incidence of second Heart Attack in persons who have already experienced a Heart Attack by 50%.
Regular consumption of Fish may help to prevent (ischemic) Stroke (due to the high content of Omega-3 Fatty Acids in Fish). [4]
Eyes/Vision
High consumption of Fish may help to prevent Age-Related Macular Degeneration (ARMD). [5]
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