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July 29, 2008 - The low rate of atherosclerosis and heart disease in Japanese people may be related to their very high levels of marine-derived omega-3 fatty acids rather than genetic factors, a new study suggests [1]. The study, known as Electron-Beam Tomography, Risk Factor Assessment Among Japanese and US Men in the Post-World War II Birth Cohort (ERA JUMP) included 868 randomly selected men aged 40 to 49. Of these, 281 were Japanese men living in Japan; 306 were white men living in the US, and 281 were third- or fourth-generation Japanese American men from Hawaii. All study participants had a physical examination, completed a lifestyle questionnaire, and had blood tests to measure cholesterol levels and levels of omega-3 fatty acids. Atherosclerosis was assessed by measuring carotid intima-medial thickness (IMT) and coronary artery calcification (CAC). Results showed that the Japanese men had the lowest levels of atherosclerosis, whereas whites and Japanese Americans had similar higher levels. The Japanese men also had twofold higher levels of marine-derived omega-3 fatty acids than white and Japanese Americans. The study, published in the August 5, 2008 issue of the Journal of the American College of Cardiology (available online July 28), was conducted by a group led by Dr Akira Sekikawa (University of Pittsburgh, PA, and Shiga University of Medical Science, Japan). They found that compared with white or Japanese American men living in the US, Japanese men living in Japan had twice the blood levels of omega-3 fatty acids - a finding that was independently linked to low levels of atherosclerosis.

Pittsburgh, PA and Shiga, Japan - The low rate of atherosclerosis and heart disease in Japanese people may be related to their very high levels of marine-derived omega-3 fatty acids rather than genetic factors, a new study suggests [1]. The study, published in the August 5, 2008 issue of the Journal of the American College of Cardiology (available online July 28), was conducted by a group led by Dr Akira Sekikawa (University of Pittsburgh, PA, and Shiga University of Medical Science, Japan). They found that compared with white or Japanese American men living in the US, Japanese men living in Japan had twice the blood levels of omega-3 fatty acids-a finding that was independently linked to low levels of atherosclerosis. "The death rate from coronary heart disease in Japan has always been puzzlingly low. Our study suggests that the very low rates of coronary heart disease among Japanese living in Japan may be due to their lifelong high consumption of fish," Sekikawa said." Results showed that the Japanese men had the lowest levels of atherosclerosis, whereas whites and Japanese Americans had similar higher levels. The Japanese men also had twofold higher levels of marine-derived omega-3 fatty acids than white and Japanese Americans. In addition, the significant differences between Japanese and American men in multivariable-adjusted IMT and CAC prevalence became nonsignificant after adjustment further for marine-derived omega-3 fatty acids.

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As everybody knows, during pregnancy your unborn baby gets all their nutrients from you. Healthy food choices before, during and after pregnancy will help you stay healthy and well; and your baby grow healthy and strong. A good balanced diet is also key to help your baby fight infections in later life, so it is worth taking a closer look at what you eat.

Good nutrition during pregnancy plays a key role in the well-being of the mother and her developing infant. The growing needs of your unborn baby and the enlargement of your own body's tissues in pregnancy also increase your requirements of certain things such as Long Chain Polyunsaturates (LCPs).

A collection of drink recipes for mango juice, with it's origin, ingredients, alcohol content, and view recipes with mango juice. Mangoes are a great tropical fruit that makes it into a number of cocktails. This recipe collection features the mango, either in fresh or near-fresh forms like juice or nectar, or via mango-flavored distilled spirits. One of the world's most eaten fruits has a very nice, yellow juice that goes well in drinks. A collection of drink recipes for mango juice, with it's origin, ingredients, alcohol content, and view recipes with mango juice. One of the most largest collections of Mango Rum drink recipes, with a list of the most Mix Gatorade Lemon-Lime energy drink and cherry limeade together in a cocktail glass collection And Add the pineapple juice. Collection of Fresh Mango, Mango Nectar and Mango Juice Cocktails Mango juice and nectar are the most common ways to get the fruit flavor into drinks and you can usually find both at your local grocers. Nectar is a slightly sweeter, thicker option and is sometimes easier to find than pure mango juice, so it can be used iplace of the juice. Some Mango Cocktail Collection are: Pineapple and Mango Rum Cocktails Mango Strawberry Swirl Daiquiri Frozen Mango Cocktail Strawberry Mango Margarita Fruit Cocktail Mango Rum drinks

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Psoriasis is a chronic skin condition that accelerates the rate at which your skin cells grow. An effective method to treat psoriasis is phototherapy or light therapy.

Psoriasis is an auto-immune illness that affects almost three percent of the world's population. People who suffer from psoriasis experience a great deal of skin irritation and discomfort.

The Egg McMuffin is a simple yet delightful combination of a few key ingredients. It starts with a freshly cracked Grade A egg, cooked to perfection on a grill with real butter. It provides essential nutrients, including protein, carbohydrates, and healthy fats, making it a great way to kickstart your day.