ACKEE's BAD RAP

There is a huge debate going on about the poor ackee and how much it is poisoning people in Jamaica. Ackee always gets a bad rap - the other day it was giving Jamaican men prostate cancer, until they found out by research that the fat they said was causing it did no such thing, now all these silly people who are eating the ackee before it is ripe are saying we mustn't eat ackee...ackee has the toxin hypoglycin in it and if you eat it before it's ripe the amount in it is too much so you will get sick.......because I eat my ackees raw, I always get my ackees myself to make sure they are fully opened.

Ackee is a complete source of Omega 3 and the BEWELLBUZZ team has put together '7 Amazing Benefits Of Omega-3' which I have copied below:

Anyone with even a tiny bit of interest in health matters knows how important Omega-3is.Research studies are published regularly where the scientific community discovers more and more amazing Omega 3 benefits.

Here's a quick look at some of the wonderful ways in which it can help you:
Heart disease - The risk of heart disease goes down significantly with Omega 3 since it helps in lowering LDL, which is the bad cholesterol, and increases levels of HDL, the good cholesterol. Omega 3 lowers the amount of triglycerides and prevents their accumulation as well.

Cancer - Omega 3 is reputed to reduce the occurrence of cancer, curb the growth of tumors, and boost longevity.

Immunity - Better immunity is one of the more well-known effects of Omega 3, and those who consume it regularly will know how wonderful it is to fall ill so rarely.

Improved circulation - Omega 3 also boosts blood circulation in the body.

Neurological effects - Studies are being conducted on the efficacy of Omega 3 in warding off conditions like Alzheimer's and ADHD.

Weight loss - Omega 3 has helped numerous women lose weight, and when taken in one's diet and supplemented with exercise, it can keep the excess pounds from piling up.

Pregnancy - Pregnant women can prevent preeclampsia and premature birth by taking Omega 3. This amazing nutrient can also significantly reduce postpartum depression and helps make the fetus healthy."!

So enjoy your ackee dishes and build up your Omega 3reserves!