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Archive for August, 2009
Omega-3 Fish Oil Supplements Really Work and Support a Healthy Diet and Lifestyle, Dr. James O’Keefe quoted in Forbes
Monday, August 24th, 2009
O’Keefe’s Omelet Recipe; Full of Protein for a Nutritional Diet and Healthy Lifestyle
Monday, August 24th, 2009
Download the O’Keefe’s omelet recipe. Only 128 calories, the omelet is protein filled, heart healthy and great for the waist line.
USGS reveals dangerous amounts of mercury in fish prompting consumption warnings nationwide
Monday, August 24th, 2009
The next time you eat a meal containing fish, you could be consuming dangerous amounts of mercury. The common metal can be very dangerous and has been known to damage nervous systems and cause learning disabilities in young children and fetuses.
A new study released by the U.S. Geological Survey found that every fish sampled from 300 streams nationwide contained toxic traces of mercury. The highest mercury levels were found in remote blackwater streams along the coast of the Carolinas, Georgia, Florida and Louisiana. Mercury was also high in fish near gold mining areas, in areas across the West, and in the North Fork of the Edisto River in South Carolina,
“Unfortunately, it’s the case that almost any fish you test will have mercury now,” Andrew Rypel, a post-doctoral researcher at the University of Mississippi who studies mercury contamination in fish, told CBS News.
The findings prompted all but two states – Alaska and Wyoming – to issue fish consumption advisories, while some areas have already issued warnings.
But while these fish contain dangerous concentrations of mercury, fish is also an important source of omega-3 fatty acids. Some researchers worry the environmental crisis could turn into a health crisis as lower fish consumption could lead to nationwide omega-3 deficiency. Low omega-3 intake is linked to increased risks for heart disease, depression, mood disorders, eye diseases, and more.
Doctors, such as Dr. James O’Keefe, a preventive cardiologist with Cardiovascular Consultants of Saint Luke’s Mid-America Heart Institute, say that omega-3 fats, specifically DHA and EPA are vital to health.
“To meet your recommended daily omega-3 value, individuals should eat at least two oily fish meals per week, but omega-3 fish oil supplements may serve as a safe substitute,” O’Keefe said. Choose an omega-3 fish oil supplement that is highly concentrated. Look for DHA and EPA to make up the majority of the capsule. Omega-3 fish oil should be molecularly distilled to remove contaminants like mercury and then independently tested for such contaminants. Customers can also ask the company for a copy of the Certificate of Analysis or testing results. CardioTabs provides this information upon request.
According to USDA guidelines, Americans should strive to consume at least 500 mg of DHA and EPA fatty acids per day. The American Heart Association also recommends an additional 500 mg (1000 total) per day for individuals with a known heart disease.
Visit www.cardiotabs.com for more information about the benefits of omega-3 fatty acids.
Free Burpless Omega-3 Fish Oil Tabs Giveaway on Twirlit
Friday, August 14th, 2009
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Cut belly fat for a healthy diet and lifestyle with registered dietitian Joan O’Keefe’s 15 weight loss tips to lose weight
Wednesday, August 5th, 2009
There aren’t a lot things that will do more to improve you health, or your sex appeal, than burning fat and losing weight. But, looking thin is about more than just crunches.
Excess belly fat, especially the kind that accumulates around your midsection, churns out stress hormones and inflammatory chemicals. So, by losing weight and shedding those extra inches from your waistline, you’re not just toning up and looking better but you’re also improving your overall health.
Here are registered dietitian Joan O’Keefe’s 15 steps that will help to melt the excess belly fat off your waistline so that you can show off your sexy abs again.
Download the O’Keefe’s omelet recipe. Only 128 calories, the omelet is protein filled, heart healthy and great for the waist line.
The next time you eat a meal containing fish, you could be consuming dangerous amounts of mercury. The common metal can be very dangerous and has been known to damage nervous systems and cause learning disabilities in young children and fetuses.
A new study released by the U.S. Geological Survey found that every fish sampled from 300 streams nationwide contained toxic traces of mercury. The highest mercury levels were found in remote blackwater streams along the coast of the Carolinas, Georgia, Florida and Louisiana. Mercury was also high in fish near gold mining areas, in areas across the West, and in the North Fork of the Edisto River in South Carolina,
“Unfortunately, it’s the case that almost any fish you test will have mercury now,” Andrew Rypel, a post-doctoral researcher at the University of Mississippi who studies mercury contamination in fish, told CBS News.
The findings prompted all but two states – Alaska and Wyoming – to issue fish consumption advisories, while some areas have already issued warnings.
But while these fish contain dangerous concentrations of mercury, fish is also an important source of omega-3 fatty acids. Some researchers worry the environmental crisis could turn into a health crisis as lower fish consumption could lead to nationwide omega-3 deficiency. Low omega-3 intake is linked to increased risks for heart disease, depression, mood disorders, eye diseases, and more.
Doctors, such as Dr. James O’Keefe, a preventive cardiologist with Cardiovascular Consultants of Saint Luke’s Mid-America Heart Institute, say that omega-3 fats, specifically DHA and EPA are vital to health.
“To meet your recommended daily omega-3 value, individuals should eat at least two oily fish meals per week, but omega-3 fish oil supplements may serve as a safe substitute,” O’Keefe said. Choose an omega-3 fish oil supplement that is highly concentrated. Look for DHA and EPA to make up the majority of the capsule. Omega-3 fish oil should be molecularly distilled to remove contaminants like mercury and then independently tested for such contaminants. Customers can also ask the company for a copy of the Certificate of Analysis or testing results. CardioTabs provides this information upon request.
According to USDA guidelines, Americans should strive to consume at least 500 mg of DHA and EPA fatty acids per day. The American Heart Association also recommends an additional 500 mg (1000 total) per day for individuals with a known heart disease.
Visit www.cardiotabs.com for more information about the benefits of omega-3 fatty acids.
Twirlit Giveaway Wednesdays- CardioTabs Burpless Omega-3 Tabs
There aren’t a lot things that will do more to improve you health, or your sex appeal, than burning fat and losing weight. But, looking thin is about more than just crunches.
Excess belly fat, especially the kind that accumulates around your midsection, churns out stress hormones and inflammatory chemicals. So, by losing weight and shedding those extra inches from your waistline, you’re not just toning up and looking better but you’re also improving your overall health.
Here are registered dietitian Joan O’Keefe’s 15 steps that will help to melt the excess belly fat off your waistline so that you can show off your sexy abs again.
