(Tim Newman/ Medical News Today) — A 16-year study, which dove into the data of almost half a million men and women, concludes that a diet rich in fish predicts a longer life.
Consuming fish has long been recommended as part of a nutritious diet. Rich in high-quality proteins, vitamins, and healthful oils, fish is roundly considered a healthful choice.
Oily fish are rich in omega-3, and, over recent years, this oil has received a great deal of attention from medical researchers and supplement manufacturers alike.
Evidence is far from overwhelming, but scientists have already searched for any associations it might have with lower cancer risk, improved cardiovascular health, and reduced inflammation.
Other studies have tried to find links between omega-3 and mental health, aging, and vision. Work is ongoing, but because findings are often contradictory or weak, the relationship between a fish-heavy diet, omega-3 intake, and good health are still up for debate. (…)