Incorporating omega 3 from nuts, seeds

If you're not a fan of seafood but want to include omega 3 fatty acids in your diet, there are alternatives. In Michael van Straten's book "The Omega 3 cookbook," he gives suggestions for healthy nut snack items that include the essential fatty acid. According to CDC, omega-3 polyunsaturated fats provide an essential fatty acid that our bodies need but can't make. (Click here for omega 3 dish ideas using vegetables, spices and fruit.)

June 23, 2012