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EPA Admits Fracking Causing Groundwater Pollution
The EPA has finally admitted that fracking, the controversial act of pumping water and chemicals underground in order to facilitate the flow of oil or gas, is causing groundwater pollution. The chemicals involved in the fracking process are highly toxic, and many activists have been speaking out against fracking due to the threat to public health that the technique poses. Many viral videos have actually included residents of fracking towns lighting their tap water on fire due to the high gas content.
Omega-3 Fats Shown to Decrease Risk of Dying from Inflammatory Diseases
Omega-3 fats can regulate inflammatory processes and responses. Researchers recently investigated omega-3s and other fats (such as omega-6 fats and alpha linolenic acid) to see if their consumption was associated with a reduction in mortality due to inflammatory diseases. More than 2,500 participants were tracked over a period of 15 years. Their diet was assessed using a food-frequency questionnaire. According to the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition:
