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Fish Consumption
Dietary intake of polyunsaturated fatty acids and fish among US children 12-60 months of age
Authors: Sarah A. Keim and Amy M. Branum / Journal: Maternal and Child Nutrition October 2013, September 2013Summary
In a study designed to estimate intake of PUFAs, identify sources of PUFA and estimate the proportion of US children aged 12-60 months eating fish by age, race and ethnicity it was found that 47% of children do not consume fish. The results from the study indicated DHA intake was low across all groups, and only 53.7% of children reported eating fish in the last 30 days. The study also found a greater percentage of non-Hispanic black children ate fish overall, and Mexican American children were more likely to have eaten shellfish than non-Hispanic white children. Total n-3 intake did not significantly change with age, but total n-6 intake increased significantly. Compared to other countries, US children consumed higher intake of total n-6 and demonstrated lower DHA and EPA intakes.
Primary Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease with a Mediterranean Diet
Authors: Ramón Estruch, et al. / Journal: The New England Journal of Medicine, March 2011Summary
The traditional Mediterranean diet is characterized by a high intake of olive oil, fruit, nuts, vegetables, and cereals; a moderate intake of fish and poultry; a low intake of dairy products, red meat, processed meats, and sweets; and wine in moderation, consumed with meals. The study found Mediterranean diet as the most likely dietary model to provide protection against coronary heart disease.