Oily Fish

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Also known as:  Fatty Fish

 

Description

Oily Fish are a group of Fish that are characterized by their comparatively high (i.e. greater than 5%) content of Fatty Acids.

 

Health Benefits of Oily Fish Consumption

Other health benefits of Oily Fish consumption are listed in the topic for Fish Oils.

 

Cardiovascular System

 High consumption of Oily Fish may help to prevent Atherosclerosis.  [1]

 High consumption of Oily Fish may inhibit abnormal Blood Clotting.  [2]

 Relatively high (225 - 300 grams or more per week) consumption of Oily Fish may lower the risk of Heart Attack and may help to prolong survival in people who have already experienced a Heart Attack (due to the high content of Omega-3 Fatty Acids in Oily Fish):  [3]

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