The Healthiest Fats

Omega-3s. You must have heard everywhere and have seen plastered on every packaged food container. So what exactly are they? Omega-3 fatty acids, simply put, are one of the best kinds of essential fatty acids, having been shown to lower cholesterol levels, reduce inflammation, and decrease the risk of heart disease and heart attacks. They've also shown promise in helping to relieve symptoms of a host of other conditions, from diabetes to bipolar disorder. Foods rich in omega-3s include salmon, walnuts, flaxseed, and walnut and flaxseed oils. Work on adding some of them to your diet.