To lower the risk of Kidney disease, eat oily fish, shows research

Subject : Science and Technology

Section: Biotechnology

Research findings:

Higher levels of Omega 3 fatty acids found in seafood are associated with a moderately lower risk of chronic kidney disease and a slower decline in kidney function, according to the research.
These associations are not found with higher levels of plant-derived omega-3 fatty acids.

Chronic kidney disease:

It affects about 700 Mn people worldwide and can lead to kidney failure and death, so there is a need to identify factors that might prevent its onset and progression.
Omega 3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (n-3 PUFAs) may have beneficial effects on kidney function, but evidence from human studies is limited.

About Omega-3 Fatty Acids

Omega-3 fatty acids are nutrients one get from food (or supplements) that help build and maintain a healthy body.
They’re key to the structure of every cell wall one has.
They’re also an energy source and help keep one’s heart, lungs, blood vessels, and immune system working the way they should.
Two crucial ones — EPA and DHA — are primarily found in certain fish.
ALA (alpha-linolenic acid), another omega-3 fatty acid, is found in plant sources such as nuts and seeds.
DHA levels are especially high in the retina (eye), brain, and sperm cells.
Not only does our body need these fatty acids to function, but they also deliver some big health benefits.

Sources of Omega-3 fatty acids

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