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NEWS THAT’S GOOD FOR YOU
good news for seafood fans A large US study did not link mercury exposure from seafood consumption to cardiovascularrelated death, or to death from any cause. “Although seafood is known to contain heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids, many people choose to limit their seafood consumption because of fear of mercury exposure,” wrote the authors of the new study, which included more than 17,000 adults. “No association was found between an increase in seafood consumption [of 1 ounce] per day and allcause and CVD-related mortality.” SOURCE “Association of seafood consumption and mercury exposure with cardiovascular and all-cause mortality among US adults” by S. Yangbo et al., JAMA Network Open, 11/29/21
avocados enhance diet
Eating more avocados led to reduced calorie consumption and fewer servings of dairy, meat, and refined grains in new study. Participants took in fewer “negative” nutrients such as saturated fat and sodium. During the six-month study, some families ate 14 avocados a week and some ate only three. They self-reported what else they ate each week. Avocados are rich in vitamins C, E, and K as well as B vitamins, plus magnesium, potassium, beta carotene, fiber, and omega-3 fatty acids. SELECTED SOURCES “Effects of different allotments of avocados on the nutritional status of families . . .” by L.S. Pacheco et al., Nutrients, 11/11/21 • “Havacado or two. Study finds eating lots of the fruit has public health import,” University of California San Diego, 11/29/21
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