Ophthalmologist, discusses the nutritional benefit of fatty fish in relation to eye health.
The Eye Health Benefits of Fatty Fish Dr. David Maberley, MD, FRCSC, Ophthalmologist
Duration: 1:09
Salmon, sardines and other fatty fish like trout, mackerel and herring represent an extremely unique family of foods with characteristics that are not replicated elsewhere . These fatty fish are the only foods in our food system that naturally contain large amounts of Vitamin D3 as well as the long-chain omega-3 fatty acids EPA & DHA.
These long-chain omega-3s, particularly DHA, are concentrated in the human retina and are generally found in significant supply throughout the eye.
There has long been scientific interest in the role omega-3s play in maintaining vision and eye health, with observational studies demonstrating that people who eat more fish tend to have a lower risk of age related macular degeneration and cataract.
Presenter: Dr. David Maberley, Ophthalmologist, Ottawa, ON
Local Practitioners: Ophthalmologist
Long Chain Omega 3 Fatty Acids ( 10 engaged.)
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