Omega-3 may reduce gum disease

[Cowboyjim]

The new study found that that a moderate dietary intake of the omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) and EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) were associated with a decreased prevalence of periodontitis of up to 20 percent.
http://www.nutraingredients-usa.com/On-your-radar/Omega-3/Omega-3-may-reduce-gum-disease-Study

 

[daisy1]

That's a useful tip to know about as I have suffered from periodontitis for years.

 

[Cowboyjim]

It's not just what we eat is it... have to take even more care of our teeth n gums... lawdy it's no wonder not everyone copes.. 8)

 

[noblehead]

That's encouraging news, periodontitis is one of the many complications that is rarely mentioned with regards to diabetes and not to many people are aware of this condition.

Nigel

 

[Cowboyjim]

Thought so that's partly why I posted it. 8)

 

[noblehead]

Thought so that's partly why I posted it. 8)

Smart ar..! :wink:

Nigel :lol: