It is well documented that the overall health benefits of omega-3 fatty acids can improve memory and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. They are found in cold-water fish and flaxseed.

Nutritionists now say that they bullish about what the omega-3 fatty acids can do for athletes. They say omega-3s could help reduce inflammation in other parts of the body just as they do in the heart. Nutrition consultant for the NBA's Orlando Magic Tara Gidus says "Inflammation is damage at a cellular level. We damage our cells when we exercise at a high intensity so there's reason to believe omega-3s would help with all cells to keep them more intact."

I've heard numerous times about fish being brain food, never about it being brawn food though.

I wonder how much fish Michael Phelps eats.

What University has the best nutrition program? I originally majored in Accounting (my school is known to have a good Business program) but decided to switch my major to nutrition. I'm still at the same university but the nutrition program isn't very big. Is there a better school I should transfer to? I live in southern California (los angeles area). I heard that Cal State LA has a good program. Any other suggestions? Also, what do they have to offer?

What school are you currently going to?

I looked up some information about good schools with nutrition programs and I found that Cal Poly State in San Luis Obispo is good. Also California State-Pomona is good to. I know a girl who went there and majored in biology and she liked the school. Pepperdine University is another place to consider. The location of that school is beautiful too and I can tell you that from experience as I have been there before. It is located right along the ocean front and beach access is walkable!