To lower the risk of Kidney disease, eat oily fish, shows research
- January 23, 2023
- Posted by: OptimizeIAS Team
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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