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Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Remedies, Risks, and Recommendations. Through this free, audiovisual professional development program, you can:

  • Participate anytime, anywhere
  • Earn a certificate documenting 2 hours of professional development units or CPEUs for dietitians (evaluation survey and fee required)
  • Learn the latest in nutrition research from university, industry, and public health agency scientists

At the end of this seminar you will be able to:

  • Name the benefits of eating fish and other sources of omega-3 fatty acids
  • Identify the mechanism through which omega-3 fatty acids decrease the risk of coronary heart disease and other conditions
  • Identify sources of omega-3 fatty acids, including supplements
  • Recognize the risks associated with eating fish
  • Discuss dietary guidelines and recommendations for omega-3 fatty acid consumption

Unique features of this Cyberseminar include:

  • Streaming audio to hear the speaker and see slides and illustrations
  • Option to read the transcribed audio
  • Discussion Points for additional questions and answers with the speaker
  • Links to web resources for further information on omega-3 fatty acids and health.

About the Speakers

Developed by The University of Massachusetts-Amherst Department of Nutrition, UMass Extension Nutrition Education Program, in cooperation with the UMass Amherst Department of Food Science, STEM Education Institute and the Department of Computer Science, copyright 2005. This project is funded in part by grant #2001-4526 from IFAFS, CSREES, USDA under the Nutritional Impacts of Functional Food Program.