Fatty Fish and Fish Oil
Fatty fish such as mackerel, sardines, salmon, and tuna contain omega-3 fatty acids, which are known for their numerous heart benefits. Omega-3 fatty acids help prevent heart disease and reduce the risk of developing arrhythmias. Doctors recommend eating fish that contain this acid to reduce:
- Total cholesterol
- Blood triglycerides
- Fasting blood sugar
- Systolic blood pressure
Fish consumption helps reduce the risk of developing cardiovascular disease, mortality, and depression. You can also eat fish oil to get the recommended dose of omega-3 fatty acids. Fish oil supplements may also help reduce the risks of developing sudden death, stroke, cardiac death, and mortality. Other omega-3 supplements such as algal oil or krill oil also help reduce heart disease.