Seafood Rich Diet Of Alaska Natives May Reduce Risk Of Diabetes

A new study of Yup’ik Eskimos in Alaska suggests that high intake of omega-3 fats, the type found abundantly in seafood, may protect against obesity-related diseases such as diabetes:

Associations of obesity with triglycerides and C-reactive protein are attenuated in adults with high red blood cell eicosapentaenoic and docosahexaenoic acids, European Journal of Clinical Nutrition, March 2011

Of the 330 people living in the Yukon Delta region of Alaska who took part in the study, 70% were either overweight of obese, yet only about 3.3% had type 2 diabetes, compared to 7.7% for the total US population.

Senior author Alan Kristal, Dr. PH:

"The new finding was that obesity did not increase [risk factors for heart disease and diabetes] among study participants with high blood levels of omega-3 fats.”

Lead author Zeina Makhoul, Ph.D:

“Interestingly, we found that obese persons with high blood levels of omega-3 fats had triglyceride and CRP concentrations that did not differ from those of normal-weight persons.” ... “It appeared that high intakes of omega-3-rich seafood protected Yup’ik Eskimos from some of the harmful effects of obesity.”

This was an epidemiological study. To determine whether it was indeed the omega-3 fatty acids in seafood that protected the Yupik people, or some other genetic or lifestyle factor, a clinical trial is needed. Lead author Makhoul cautioned against taking high doses of supplements based on this research.
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Results of poll: How often do you eat seafood?


________The study was led by researchers at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center. Their press release:
Study of Yupik Eskimos suggests high consumption of Omega-3 fats reduces risk of obesity-related disease
Photo of salmon drying outside an Alaskan home by Camille Lieske from The Center for Alaska Native Health Research.

Purple Food Rich in Antioxidants

Purple Food Rich in Antioxidants | You probably already know the benefits and the benefits of vegetables and fruits are green, red and yellow. But did you know turns purple foods are also rich in antioxidants?

Purple color in fruits and vegetables is a sign of having a high content of antioxidants, such as reported by Indiatimes. Beneficial antioxidants to prevent cell damage, keep the skin fresh and youthful.

According to the National Health and Nutrition Examination Study, people who eat fruits and purple vegetables have a stable body weight. In addition, they generally tend to be slim and not overweight. It was also found that the blood pressure and the amount of HDL in the blood stable. The researchers then developed his study of the purple vegetables. Is anthocyanin, a pigment in purple fruits and vegetables that also serves as an antioxidant.

Purple fruits and vegetables are recommended

1. Plums
Plum may not be too popular in Indonesia, but this fruit can already be found in some supermarkets and fruit shops. Eat is also very easy, just cut into pieces and served. Or you can also add them in your salad.

2. Purple cabbage
Purple cabbage is also very easy to find in supermarkets and traditional markets. It is sweet and seductive color. Used as a salad dressing or fresh fish eating friends are also very tasty know.

3. Purple Eggplant
Vegetables on this one other than its cheap, its also delicious. Serve as a vegetable main course or can be digrilled.

4. Purple grape
The local wine is generally colored purple, it feels a little bit sour with a blend of sweet. It is more acidic than wine imports, but not exceptional properties.

5. Beet
Bulbs that one is not very popular in Indonesia. Properties, in addition to rich in antioxidants can also be used as a blood booster. Can eat and drink while juice made fresh.