Eating plenty of oily fish ‘helps us stay healthy for longer’

EATING plenty of oily fish helps us stay healthy longer, a study suggests.

Omega 3 fatty acids in seafood stave off cancer, dementia and heart disease, researchers say.

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The findings come from analysis of blood and diet of 2,622 pensioners for up to 22 years.

Those with most omega 3 fatty acid in their blood were 24 per cent less likely to suffer chronic diseases or mental or physical impairments than those with the least.

The substance is thought to help regulate blood pressure, heart rate and inflammation.

The NHS suggests eating two portions of fish a week, including one that is oily, such as salmon.

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US researcher Dr Heidi Lai said: “Focus on longevity alone is shifting toward an emphasis on healthy ageing.”

She added: “With rapid ageing of populations globally and an increased prevalence of chronic disease, focus on longevity alone is shifting toward an emphasis on healthy ageing.

“In contrast with years of total life, healthy ageing can be considered as living a meaningful lifespan without chronic diseases and with intact physical and mental function.”

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