1. Which type of food does NOT contain Omega-3 fatty acids?
A. Walnuts B. Canola Oil * C. Poultry D. Kale
Walnuts, canola oil, and some dark leafy vegetables like kale contain Omega-3.
2. The two major types of Omega-3 fatty acids are alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA).
* True False
3. Studies suggest that Omega-3 fatty acids are beneficial for all of the following EXCEPT:
* A. Hearing Loss B. Rheumatoid Arthritis C. Lupus D. Heart Disease E. Depression
Omega-3 does not benefit hearing loss; however, there are studies suggesting that Omega-3 benefits people with rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, heart disease, and depression.
4. Which type of fish has the most Omega-3 fatty acids per serving from the following?
A. 3 oz cooked Mussels * B. 3 oz cooked Herring C. 3 oz cooked Blue Fin Tuna D. 2 oz drained canned Anchovies E. 3 oz cooked Flounder
Herring contains 1.9 grams of Omega-3 fat.
5. The American Heart Association recommends 250 mg of Omega-3 fatty acids for people without heart disease, and 500 mg of Omega-3 fatty acids for those with heart disease.
True * False
The American Heart Association recommends that people without heart disease consume 500 mg of Omega-3 fatty acids, and 1 gram of Omega-3 for people diagnosed with heart disease. To reach the daily recommended amount, they suggest taking fish oil supplements or eating fatty fish such as salmon.
6. Studies suggest that Omega-3 fatty acids increase triglyceride levels and increase blood pressure.
True * False
Research suggests that triglyceride levels are decreased and blood pressure levels are slightly lowered with Omega-3.
7. Which has more Omega-3?
* A. 3 oz Fresh Salmon B. 3 oz Canned Salmon
A serving of fresh salmon contains 1.9 grams of Omega-3, while canned salmon contains 1.0 grams.
8. To determine the amount of Omega-3 fatty acids in fish oil supplements, you add the amount of DHA and EPA together.
* True False
Adding the amount of DHA and EPA together will give you the total amount of Omega-3 fatty acids.
9. Which of the following type of food is a good alternative for vegetarians to receive their Omega-3’s?
A. Kidney Beans B. Peanut Butter C. Olive Oil * D. Tofu
Tofu is a good alternative for vegetarians because it contains ALA, which is a plant source of Omega-3.
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1. "Fish and Omega-3 Fatty Acids." American Heart Association. 20 Feb. 2008 <http://www.americanheart.org/presenter.jhtml?identifier=4632>.
2. “The Power of Fish: Omega 3 Fatty Acids.” Heart and Vascular Institute. Cleveland Clinic. 20 Feb. 2008 <http://www.clevelandclinic.org/heartcenter/pub/guide/prevention/nutrition/o mega3.htm>.
3. Sacks, Frank. "Omega-3 Fatty Acids." Harvard School of Public Health. 2007. Harvard University. 20 Feb. 2008 <http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/Printer%20Friendly/Ask_th e_Expert_Omega3.pdf>.
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