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Our monthly nutritional news letter with the latest research and thinking.

Fish oil and tooth loss

Could the condition of your teeth be a marker for your future health and well-being?
Periodontal disease (disease that effects the tissues supporting the teeth) is implicated as a risk factor for chronic conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes and Alzheimer’s. Some say that internal inflammation drives these conditions and that as periodontal disease is relatively easy to detect, it may also be an indicator of further internal issues. Others suggest that periodontal disease is the cause of further inflammation and may be the driving force behind the development of more serious conditions. Either way, addressing the underlying inflammation would appear to be the best way forward.

How does fish oil help?

Recent research published in the Journal Nutrition concludes that it seems likely that eating fish rich in omega 3 fatty acids may protect against periodontal disease in the elderly. The participants in this study that had the lowest omega 3 intake had significantly fewer teeth than those with the highest omega 3 intake.
The anti inflammatory action of omega 3 has long been known but to many people internal inflammation is an abstract concept. Now with such obvious benefits coming to light, it’s becoming harder and harder to ignore.

In order to optimize omega 3 intake and absorption consider the following;

• Eat 3 servings of cold water fish a week. These include mackerel, trout, herring and sardines
• Use seeds including hemp. sunflower, pumpkin and flax in abundance
• Use cold pressed oils such as olive, flaxseed and walnut
• Avoid processed foods including baked goods, breakfast cereals and ready meals
• Ensure the animal products you consume are from grass fed, free ranging herds and flocks
• Use a balanced, reputable essential fatty acid supplement

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Due to the success of this offer from last months news letter I’ve decided to extend it indefinitely.
The Foodprint® Indicator is a simple pin-prick test that gives a positive or negative result within 10 days. Valued at £19.00 this is now available for free From Jamie Richards Nutrition. Contact me directly for a free 15 minute telephone consultation if you feel you are reacting to certain foods. From there I can arrange to send you a free indicator kit and discuss what options are open to you if the result is positive.

Cyclist No.1

Lastly, watch this space. I’ve just joined the team at the soon to be launched Cyclist No.1 website. As part of the deal I’ll be conducting an on-going case study of Cyclist No.1’s very own Gary Lake as he trains and prepares for The Bontrager Twentyfour12 24 hour mountain bike endurance event in Plymouth later this year. That’s 24 hours of solid mountain biking without sleep. As he’s never attempted anything like this before we’ve already put Gary through his paces over at True Zone Training and the good news is that he looks like he’s physically capable if finishing. I’ll be keeping a log of all the help and advice Gary is getting, and passing on all the relevant material as it becomes available.

That’s it for this month. Happy eating to all of you

These recommendations are not comprehensive and are not intended to replace the advice of your doctor or pharmacist