GlucoMenu® Tip of the Day:
Strive to eat more seafood.
Seafood contains omega-3 fatty acids that are considered a good type of fat because of the benefits they provide.
Omega-3 benefits include:
- reduction of blood triglyceride levels
- prevention of blood clotting (which can cause blood vessels to narrow and ultimately become blocked)
- possible reduction of blood pressure
- food sources are low in saturated fat
Seafood tends to be the best source of omega-3 fatty acids.
The American Diabetes Association recommends 2-3 servings of fish per week for dietary omega-3 fatty acids.
Christine Carlson, MS, RD, BC-ADM, CDE
GlucoMenu® Nutrition Director
|
Christine Carlson, Registered Dietitian &
Certified Diabetes Educator
|