Plenty of omega-3 in the sea
The standout connection was between protein and stroke. Those with the highest protein intake were significantly less likely to have a stroke, compared to those who ate the least amount of protein. But there was a catch. Protein from red meat didn’t seem to be a factor. Researchers zeroed in on fish as the better protein source for stroke prevention.
That’s when the light bulb went on. Fish? I think we’re actually talking about omega-3 fatty acids.