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Subscribe to RSSFlaxseed, Another Great Source of Omega-3
Posted by: Sina Ghaboussi | Apr 06, 2011
Flaxseed, also known as linseed and Linum usitatissimum L., is derived from the flax plant, an annual herb believed to have originated in Egypt. The ancient Egyptians used flaxseed for nutritional and medicinal purposes. It has been used traditionally by other cultures as a laxative and for good bowel health.
Chia Seeds, Another Great Source Of Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Posted by: Sina Ghaboussi | Mar 16, 2011
Chia, also known as Satvia hispanica, is a desert plant that is a member of the mint family. It is found natively in Southern Mexico and Central America. Historically chia seeds were used as part of the diet of pre-Columbian Aztec and Mayan cultures. It was considered such a super food that Aztec warriors could supposedly survive on just 1 teaspoon a day of chia seeds. Chia seeds were also used to stimulate saliva flow, relieve joint pain and in the treatment of skin disorders. You may have seen chia sprouts growing on Chia Pets, but historically the seeds have been the most important part of the plant.
Avoid Vegetarian Vitamin Deficiencies, Part 2 of 2
Posted by: Sina Ghaboussi | Jan 05, 2011
To continue our Tuesday’s discussion on common vitamin deficiencies in vegetarian diets, here is the second installment.
Iron plays an important role in oxygen transport and the regulation of cell growth. Iron deficiency can lead to anemia, fatigue, weakness, decreased work or school performance and can decrease your immune function.
Vegetarian Omega-3 Fatty Acids Have Multiple Health Benefits
Posted by: Sina Ghaboussi | Apr 22, 2010
Omega-3 fatty acids are essential fatty acids necessary for our health. The body cannot make them so they must come from food or supplements. The polyunsaturated fatty acids alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), an omega-3 fatty acid, is converted in the body to the fatty acids eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA).
DHA Omega-3: Vegan Pregnant Women Have High Needs but Low Levels
Posted by: Rebecca Schauer | Dec 23, 2009
The omega-3 fat DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) is the major omega-3 fatty acid in the central nervous system (brain and nerves) and in the retina of the eye. Because DHA rapidly accumulates in an infant’s brain during the last trimester of pregnancy and in the first year of life, adequate DHA intake by pregnant and lactating women is very important for the optimal development of their child. Additionally, some research suggests that adequate levels of DHA in the maternal diet may play a role in helping a mother’s emotional well-being after birth.
