Managing Inflammation with Omega3 Foods

Persistent low-grade systemic inflammation creates a perfect breeding ground for the formation and growth of diabetes and other chronic conditions. As such, keeping inflammation under control is imperative for preventing and managing diabetes. 

Omega3 fats are renowned for their immense anti-inflammatory properties and eating foods rich in these fats regularly really goes a long way in offsetting diabetes and improving health in general. Foods containing omega3 fats include leafy green vegetables, flax seeds, chia seeds, seaweed, and walnuts.  Since variety is important for optimal nutrition, obtaining omega3 fats from as many different sources as possible is a smart move.  Here are some important tips for optimal consumption of omega3 fats.

Get your omega3 fats from mostly plant sources

Although omega-3 fats are also found in different types of fish, getting these fats from mostly plant-based sources is recommended as a diet centered around whole plant foods and limited in animal-based foods tends to be better for countering diabetes and promoting good health in general. Also, overconsuming high mercury fish such as albacore tuna and king Mackerel increases the risk of mercury poisoning which is especially harmful to unborn and young children.  

Add turmeric to your diet

Turmeric plays an important role in improving the conversion from one type of omega3 fats to other forms of the same fats which are also valuable for controlling inflammation. Keep in mind that turmeric itself is better absorbed when taken with black pepper. There are different ways of taking turmeric such as adding it to stew, soups, vegetables, and tea.  

 Eat less margarine

Margarine is one of the greatest enemies of health due to its high content of trans fatty acids. These harmful fats have been found to interfere with the transformation of omega-3 fatty acids to other types of omega3 fatty acids. In addition to being used as a spread and for cooking, margarine is a common ingredient in cakes, cookies, and microwave popcorn.  

Recap

Controlling inflammation is a major aspect of countering diabetes and eating a wide array of plant foods rich in omega3 fats plays a key role. Limiting fish – a source of omega3 fats – is recommended so as to not displace plant foods that are better for health. Moreover, eating high mercury fish such as albacore tuna and king mackerel presents the risk of mercury poisoning which is particularly hazardous to unborn and young children. Additionally, to facilitate the transformation of one type of omega3 fats to other forms of the same fats, it’s important to add turmeric to your diet and limit your intake of margarine.  

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