Download or read book The Effect of Dietary Intake of Omega 3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids on Cardiovascular Health Revealing Potentials of Functional Food written by Ines Drenjančević and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Functional food is a food containing components that show beneficial effects on one or more body functions and improve general condition and health or significantly affect lowering of disease risks. This chapter is aimed to examine the effect of dietary intake of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (n3-PUFA) on cardiovascular health. This chapter presents current knowledge on functional poultry products and the reasons to consume them, omega-3 enrichment of eggs and poultry meat, and the differences in profile of fatty acids in conventional and omega-3-enriched eggs. The second part of the chapter focuses on the metabolism of fatty acids and effectiveness of n-3 PUFA in the improvement of endothelial function, improvement of elasticity of the vascular wall and the anti-inflammatory effects in patients with chronic diseases, such as metabolic syndrome, diabetes mellitus and hypercholesterolemia, and overall effect on cardiovascular health and protection. To achieve long-term protective effects, the functional food should be consumed on daily basis. There are no specific constrains in taking functional food; even more, it can be recommended to athletes and cardiovascular patients. General population can also benefit from eating functional food enriched with n-3 PUFA due to their anti-inflammatory and vascular-protective effects.
Download or read book Superfood and Functional Food written by Naofumi Shiomi and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2017-02-22 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Superfoods and functional foods are receiving increasing attention because of their important roles in health. This book focuses on the production of superfoods and functional foods and their role as medicine. In the early chapters, prominent researchers introduce the roles and production of microalgae and functional fruits through metabolic engineering, the use of food waste, and effective cooking procedures. In the latter chapters, other prominent researchers introduce the medical effects of polyphenols, glutamine, and unsaturated fatty acids, which are contained in superfoods and functional foods. They suggest the importance of superfoods and functional foods in the treatment and prevention of many diseases. It is also recommended for readers to take a look at a related book, Superfood and Functional Food: An Overview of Their Processing and Utilization.
Download or read book Functional Foods and Cardiovascular Disease written by Mohammed H. Moghadasian and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2012-02-10 with total page 299 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Cardiovascular disease remains the number one killer in North America and around the world. The staggering medical costs involved in treating patients suffering from this disease demand an alternative approach to prevent or minimize its development. In Functional Foods and Cardiovascular Disease, international researchers reveal essential up-to-date information on the role that functional foods and nutraceuticals play in preventing the development of heart disease. Highlighting the physiological benefits of a host of functional foods, the book examines: The pathogenesis of coronary artery disease Genetic methods for enhancing bioactives in foods and new techniques for extracting bioactive components for developing functional foods Clinical and experimental evidence of the cardiovascular benefits of fish oils and plant oils, particularly flaxseed oil The importance of folic acid in homocysteine metabolism and its impact on cardiovascular disease Clinical and experimental evidence for the cardiovascular benefits of plant sterols The beneficial effects of wine, garlic products, eggs, fiber, cocoa and chocolate, and coffee and tea on cardiovascular health While there have been great improvements in treating coronary heart disease through surgery and medications, prevention through diet and exercise should remain an essential priority in maintaining the health of the aging population. Nutritionists, food scientists, and those working in the health industry will find that this book enhances their understanding of the potential role of functional foods in combating cardiovascular disease before more aggressive treatment is needed.
Download or read book The OMEGA 3 Miracle written by Garry Gordon, M.D., D.O., M.D. (H.) and published by SCB Distributors. This book was released on 2010-04-20 with total page 200 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Omega-3 Miracle is the secret to longevity. The people of Iceland have less heart disease, high blood pressure and stroke than those of any other country. In fact, they outlive all other nationalities. Their longevity is a direct result of their daily intake of omega3 rich fish oils. The American Heart Association recommends omega3 fatty acids to help prevent cardiovascular disease and stroke. Omega3s inhibit plaque and blood clots and dramatically improve cholesterol levels. They also increase brain function by promoting neurotransmission in the brain. With research from over 20 leading medical and scientific journals, Drs. Garry Gordon and Herb JoinerBey reveal how the good fats found in omega3s from fish and pharmaceuticalgrade supplements are essential to maintaining optimum health. The only way your body can get these vital essential fatty acids is through proper nutrition and supplementation. The Omega3 Miracle shows you how. Clinical and scientific studies in both Europe and the U.S. show that omega3 fatty acids benefit a wide range of conditions including: Cardiovascular Disease High Cholesterol Lowering Triglycerides High Blood Pressure Arthritis Diabetes Bipolar Disorder ADHD Chronic Inflammation Cancer This is your definitive guide on how to maximize your health and longevity with omega3.
Download or read book Effects of omega 3 fatty acids on cardiovascular disease written by and published by . This book was released on 2004 with total page 8 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Omega 3 Fatty Acids written by Mahabaleshwar V. Hegde and published by Humana Press. This book was released on 2016-09-15 with total page 611 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume argues for the importance of essential nutrients in our diet. Over the last two decades there has been an explosion of research on the relationship of Omega-3 fatty acids and the importance of antioxidants to human health. Expert authors discuss the importance of a diet rich in Omega-3 Fatty acids for successful human growth and development and for the prevention of disease. Chapters highlight their contribution to the prevention and amelioration of a wide range of conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, arthritis, cancer, obesity, mental health and bone health. An indispensable text designed for nutritionists, dietitians, clinicians and health related professionals, Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Keys to Nutritional Health presents a comprehensive assessment of the current knowledge about the nutritional effects of Omega-3 fatty acids and their delivery in foods.
Download or read book Cardiovascular Benefits of Omega 3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids written by B. Maisch and published by IOS Press. This book was released on 2007-01-18 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: During the last decades progress has been made in the treatment of patients who survived myocardial infarction. Nevertheless, patients who survive an acute myocardial infarction are at high risk, with life expectancy half that of their peers who have not experienced similar events, and with increased risk for subsequent cardiovascular events and death. The risk of sudden death increases with severity of systolic dysfunction after myocardial infarction. In recent years, it has become clear that in addition to risk factors such as overweight, lack of exercise, smoking, hypertension and hypercholesterolemia, psychosocial factors play a key role for prognosis in patients with myocardial infarction. Therefore, there is high medical need for drugs which lower the incidence of sudden death and have an effect on other risk factors such as depression. OMACOR®, a pharmaceutical preparation of highly purified and concentrated Ω-3 polyunsaturated acids, may present such a drug. It lowers the incidence of sudden death in patients with myocardial infarction and decreases depression. This publication focuses on the effect of Ω-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids on different risk factors in patients with cardiovascular disease. In addition, aspects of prevention of cardiovascular disease, risk factors and pharmacokinetics of Ω-3 fatty acids ethyl esters are considered.
Download or read book Omega 6 omega 3 Essential Fatty Acid Ratio written by Artemis P. Simopoulos and published by Karger Medical and Scientific Publishers. This book was released on 2003-01-01 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Studies on the evolutionary aspects of diet and molecular studies included in this volume indicate that human beings evolved on a diet that was balanced in the essential fatty acids (EFA). In fact, the ratio of omega-6/omega-3 EFA was 1/1 whereas present day diets in both developed and developing countries have a much higher ratio, between 5/1 and 50/1. Additional studies show that a high ratio of omega-6/omega-3 EFA is detrimental to health and may lead to the development of chronic diseases. Improving the dietary ratio by decreasing the omega-6 fatty acids and increasing the omega-3 fatty acids is essential for brain function and for the management of cardiovascular disease, arthritis and cancer. A ratio of 4/1 or less leads to lower dosage and to the reduction of adverse effects of drugs. This volume should be of interest to a large and varied audience of researchers in academia, industry, and government; cardiologists, geneticists, immunologists, neuroscientists, and cancer specialists; as well as nutritionists, dietitians, food scientists, agriculturists, economists and regulators.
Download or read book Plant Based Bioactive Compounds and Food Ingredients written by Junaid Ahmad Malik and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2023-10-13 with total page 405 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This new book discusses plant-derived bioactive compounds, covering their sources, biological effects, health benefits, and potential prevention and treatment properties for multifactorial diseases. It first describes in detail how encapsulation methods and plant-based materials may be used in a variety of ways, covering the concepts, advantages, and techniques for encapsulating bioactives based on cereals, spices, and coffee. The volume also looks at the functional aspects of plant-based foods and nutraceutical-based functional food design. The role of functional foods in food safety and industrial food safety issues and techniques for monitoring food quality and safety are also addressed.
Download or read book Omega 3 Fatty Acids in Health and Disease written by Robert S. Lees and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2020-07-24 with total page 262 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A report from research in the MIT Sea Grant College Program. Discusses the relationship between particular fatty acids found only in fish oil, and human health. Presents and evaluates information on the health effects of dietary fats generally; evidence that fish oil consumption affects the incidenc
Download or read book The Role of Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids in Metabolic Phenotypes and Genetic Associations with Cardiovascular Health written by Carmen Arrington and published by . This book was released on 2024 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Heart disease continues to be the leading cause of death in the United States, killing about 695,000 people in 2021, ahead of cancer and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2)1. In the United States, the average annual direct and indirect cost of cardiovascular disease (CVD) was an estimated $378.0 billion in 2017-2018; the estimated direct costs have more than doubled in the last two decades2. Fatty acids (FAs), which can be obtained exogenously through the diet or produced endogenously through de novo lipogenesis (DNL), play a critical role in heart health by helping maintain lipid balance and regulate inflammatory processes. FAs can be oxygenated to produce oxylipins which are bioactive, act as lipid mediators, and are thought to be a potential explanation for the diverse effects of polyunsaturated FAs (PUFAs)3, 4. FA and oxylipin synthesis are highly regulated processes in which genes exert substantial influence. Genetic variation contributes to the activity and efficiency of enzymes responsible for FA and oxylipin metabolism as well as the functionality of receptors specific to FAs and oxylipins. The field of precision nutrition has developed to understand how one's diet and their genes interact to affect the way the body responds to food. This dissertation aims to address how a person's genes affect the way the body responds to food, specifically fats and FAs, to provide individualized nutrition guidance in CVD prevention and treatment. In Study 1, we explore the pivotal role of free fatty acid receptor 4 (FFAR4 (human); Ffar4 (mouse)) in the context of myocardial infarction (MI), focusing particularly on its impact on the early oxylipin response to cardiac ischemia/reperfusion (I/R) injury. Previous research has established the relevance of Ffar4 in metabolic and inflammatory pathways and found cardiac function improves 7 days after ischemic insult, prompting an in-depth analysis of the complex milieu of cardiac ischemia. To unravel the intricate connections, a murine model was employed, subjecting mice to cardiac ischemia followed by only 3 days of reperfusion while scrutinizing the influence of Ffar4 on oxylipin dynamics. The study was designed to meticulously assess the response to I/R injury, unraveling gene- and sex-specific variations in the oxylipin response. Additionally, to bridge the translational gap, the analysis extended to the UK Biobank (UKB) cohort. This human component aimed to elucidate the association of FFAR4 single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) with MI and ischemic CVDs. The murine experimentation uncovered a Ffar4-dependent response, particularly concerning LA-derived oxylipins, to I/R injury. While animals with systemic deletion of Ffar4 had higher LA alcohols and epoxides than wildtype prior to injury, I/R injury ablated the differences in oxylipin profile. Sex-specific differences also emerged from the analysis, shedding light on distinct molecular mechanisms operating in male and female mice. However, the human analysis found FFAR4-dependent higher risk for stroke in women; no other FFAR4-dependent differences in disease incidence were found which may suggest genetic variation is not the cause of downstream differences due implicating FFAR4. In essence, this research underscores the intricate involvement of FFAR4 in the oxylipin responses to cardiac ischemia. The study provides valuable insights into potential sex-specific mechanisms of oxylipin response while acknowledging the inherent disparities between murine and human response to cardiovascular (CV) challenges. These complexities emphasize the multifaceted role of the FFAR4 in CVD. In Study 2, we investigate substrate competition between saturated FAs (SFAs) and PUFAs as ligands for FFAR4 and the downstream impact on metabolic outcomes, specifically related to metabolic syndrome (MetSyn), MI, and death. The study utilizes data from the UKB cohort including various demographic and health-related variables as well as FA measurements. The statistical methods involve linear regression models and Cox-proportional hazard models to explore the relationships between SFAs and PUFAs, as well as their interaction on MetSyn risk factors, MI, and death. The study reveals that the association of PUFAs with lower triglycerides (TG), higher high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-c), lower waist circumference (WC), and lower blood pressure (BP) depends on the levels of SFAs. Unexpectedly, when stratified by PUFA level higher SFAs are associated with metabolically beneficial outcomes, contrary to common perceptions. The study also uncovers differences by racial/ethnic group membership, showing distinct responses to SFAs and PUFAs among White, Black, and Asian participants. The findings challenge the simplistic view that reducing SFAs and increasing PUFAs uniformly benefit metabolic health. Instead, the findings suggest that individual differences in participant characteristics, including in racial/ethnic group membership, play a crucial role in how SFAs and PUFAs influence metabolic outcomes. A more nuanced approach to dietary recommendations that considers the intricate interplay between specific FAs and their impact on diverse populations may allow researchers to better address the risks for CVD. In Study 3, we focus on the fatty acid desaturase (FADS) genes, which play a regulatory role in PUFA metabolism. The FADS genes (FADS1 and FADS2) have two major haplotypes (haplotype D and haplotype A) which vary in prevalence across populations. Functional analyses indicate that haplotype D is more efficient in synthesis of longer chain PUFA in both the omega-3 ([omega]3) and omega-6 ([omega]6) pathways. The study specifically examines variant rs174547 in FADS1 as a proxy for the FADS genes. This variant has been associated with CV health outcomes leading to the hypothesis that 1) the association between FADS and lipid outcomes depends on FAs (moderation) and 2) the effect of FADS on outcomes occurs through FAs (mediation). The analysis uses the UKB dataset to explore the interplay between FADS and FAs on lipid outcomes including total cholesterol (TC), HDL-c, low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-c), and TGs. The research employs a statistical framework to quantify the extent to which FAs mediate or moderate the relationship between FADS and lipid biomarkers. Results reveal evidence of moderation and/or mediation (or suppression) effects. For instance, out of the 28 tests of moderation, 19 models have evidence that a FA modifies the effect of FADS on lipid outcomes. Additionally, there are 12 models with evidence of mediation; for example, DHA acts as a mediator for the association between FADS and HDL-c, indicating that the influence of FADS on HDL-c is explained by the level of DHA, and non-LA [omega]6-PUFA suppresses the association between FADS and LDL-c. The study provides valuable insights into the complex interactions between FADS, FAs, and CV health. By analyzing FADS as a case study, the research demonstrates an analytical framework that can be applied to understand similar relationships in other genetic contexts. The findings underscore the need to consider individual variations in FA metabolism to optimize dietary recommendations for CV health. Collectively, this research sheds light on the multifaceted interplay between PUFAs, genetic factors, and CV health. The conditional associations based on FA profiles emphasize the potential for dietary modifications to address health disparities rooted in individual genotypes, as well as social and environmental factors. These findings challenge broad dietary recommendations and advocate for a more personalized approach to disease prevention and treatment strategies. The implications extend beyond CV health, prompting a reevaluation of how individualized nutrition guidance can be integrated into broader public health initiatives.
Download or read book Omega 3 Fatty Acids and Health written by Joyce A. Nettleton and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2012-12-06 with total page 372 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The evidence that omega-3 fatty acids are essential for human development and most helpful to achieve good health throughout life is clearly documented by Dr. Joyce Nettleton in her new book Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Health. Omega 3 fatty acids are produced by the plants of the land and sea. The tissues of the body require the omega-3 fatty acids for their proper functioning just as they also need the omega-6 essential fatty acids. It is probable in man's evolutionary development that there has always been the proper balance between these two groups of essential fatty acids, but in the modern era with the provision of inexpensive vegetable oils it is possible that the pendulum for increased dietary omega-6 fatty acids in the form of linoleic acid has swung too far and the intake ofomega-3 fatty acids has actualIy declined. In particular, the 22 carbon omega 3 fatty acid, docosahexaenoic acid, which has six double bonds, is important in the membranes of brain cells, heart muscle cells, the rods and cones of the retina and spermatozoa. Docosahexaenoic acid is found only in foods such as fish and other sea life, having been synthesized by the phytoplankton of the waters. An outright deficiency of omega-3 fatty acids has led to a number of distur bances in animals and human infants such as impaired vision, abnormalities of the electroretinogram, of the eye and various behavioral aberrations.
Download or read book Omega 3 Oils written by Ernesto Hernandez and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2015-08-19 with total page 313 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book addresses new applications of omega-3 fatty acids from both plant and marine sources in food supplements and pharmaceuticals and covers three basic areas: structure and function, production and processing, and health effects. The authors review the latest clinical evidence on the impact of consumption of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids on prevalent human diseases such as inflammation-related illnesses in general and cardiovascular illnesses in particular. They also examine technologies to purify marine oils and protect them against oxidation as well as novel techniques for their incorporation into foods. - Covers the role omega-3 plays in general health and disease and includes several reviews on the latest clinical evidence - Explains different methods to deliver omega-3 to the consumer, through various methods including food fortification, nutritional supplements, and more - Considerations for the processing of omega-3 oils to minimize conditions that could destroy the nutrtional properties.
Download or read book Latest Findings Of Omega 3 Long Chain Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids From Molecular Mechanisms To New Applications In Health And Diseases written by Maricela Rodriguez Cruz and published by Bentham Science Publishers. This book was released on 2011 with total page 103 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This E-book covers the main aspects about the benefits of omega-3 long chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (LC-PUFAs) to human health. The knowledge of physiological effects of LC-PUFAs at different levels is constantly expanding. Topics covered over 10 chapters thoroughly detail the role of omega-3 LCPUFAs in nutrition (gene regulation) and disease (clinical applications); information about food sources and recent intake recommendations is also explained. This book also discusses current data concerning the role of LC-PUFAs during pregnancy and lactation, in cognitive function, immune response.
Download or read book Concepts of functional foods written by Margaret Ashwell and published by . This book was released on 2002 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book OMEGA 3 written by Sean J. Moore and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page 169 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Compelling data shows cardiovascular beneficial effects in consuming fatty acids highly present in fish, such as omega 3, docosahexanoic acid (DHA 22:6 omega 3), and eicosapentanoic acid (EPA 20:5 omega 3). These fatty acids regulate cell membrane physicochemical properties (i.e., fluidity, organization and permeability) that affect signaling pathways, with probable antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects on cardiac and vascular tissue. Interest in the physiological and pharmacological effects of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA), in particular those of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), has increased significantly in recent years. Omega-3 PUFA, which are recognized as nutraceuticals, have been demonstrated to have clinical benefits for the prevention of and / or treatment of certain pathological conditions. Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (omega-3 PUFAs) are increasingly being used to prevent cardiovascular disease. Omega-3 PUFAs may prevent atherosclerosis and cardiovascular disease development by targeting arterial stiffness and endothelial dysfunction administration.
