Omega-3 Fatty Acids

Last Updated: September 26, 2023

Omega-3 fatty acids are essential polyunsaturated fatty acids. That means humans must consume them through their diet from sources like fish, seafood, walnuts, and flaxseeds. Omega-3s have anti-inflammatory properties and are crucial for brain development and cardiovascular health.

This page overlaps with our Fish Oil page, and the two will be merged in the coming months.

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Higher omega-3 levels in the blood linked to a lower risk of cardiovascular mortality

In this meta-analysis of 10 prospective cohort studies involving 15,783 adults and 2,279 cases of cardiovascular disease mortality, higher levels of omega-3 fatty acids in the blood were associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease mortality.

The effect of omega−3s on heart arrhythmias in people with acute coronary syndrome

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Omega-3 fatty acids for heart failure: What’s the best protocol?

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The effectiveness of a multicomponent supplement for improving dry eye

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Associations between diet and rheumatoid arthritis risk

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2023-09-26 00:30:02

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