Mamma Chia announces the launch of Mamma Chia Organic Chiamilk made from nutrient-rich chia seeds. A category innovator and maker of the first-to-market chia beverage, the company was selected as a “Breakout Brand” by Beverage World and as “Best Retail Brand” by Nutritional Outlook.
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Study: Vegan Omega-3 Fatty Acids Reduce Risk of Heart Disease
In a recent study published in the Journal of Hypertension, scientists found that regular consumption of omega-3-rich foods helps to improve blood pressure. According to the study, high blood pressure is one of the main risk factors associated with cardiovascular disease. However, the effectiveness of omega-3 fatty acids can also vary depending on the source. Another study published in July in the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews investigated and compared the benefits of omega-3 fatty acids from dietary supplements, fish, vegetable oils and whole foods such as walnuts. The results of the study showed, among other things, that omega-3 supplementation does not reduce the risk of death from heart disease, but nevertheless reduces heart irregularities. A small number of subjects who consumed only vegan, plant-based …