Eicosapentaenoic acid evidence is most developed for depressive symptoms rather than brain aging
Fish oil may help manage symptoms of depression
This narrative review examines the role of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) in addressing depressive symptoms and brain aging. The authors conclu…
New research looks at how a specific type of fish oil, known as EPA, might support emotional well-being and brain health.
EPA and DHA supplementation significantly lowers inflammatory markers in coronary artery disease patients
Fish oil supplements may lower inflammation in heart disease patients
This secondary analysis of a randomized trial involved 240 patients with stable coronary artery disease on statin therapy. Supplementation w…
A study shows that taking specific fish oils can lower certain markers of inflammation in people with coronary artery disease.
High-dose omega-3 PUFA and EPA significantly reduce risk of asthma and wheezing in children
High dose omega-3 fatty acids may lower asthma risk in children
This meta-analysis of 4156 children evaluated the impact of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids on asthma. Findings indicate that high-dose …
New data suggests that specific high doses of omega-3 fatty acids and EPA could significantly reduce the risk of asthma and wheezing in chil…
Combined EPA and DHA supplementation showed no broad benefit for major adverse cardiovascular events in patients with established disease
New research shows combined fish oil supplements did not lower heart attack risk for patients with existing heart disease
This meta-analysis evaluated combined eicosapentaenoic acid and docosahexaenoic acid supplementation in patients with established cardiovasc…
A large study of over 25,000 patients found that taking moderate doses of EPA and DHA together did not significantly reduce major heart even…
Systematic review and meta-analysis of n-3 PUFAs for pancreatic cancer patients
Omega-3 fats show modest weight gain in pancreatic cancer patients
This systematic review and meta-analysis of nine randomized controlled trials evaluated n-3 polyunsaturated fatty acid supplementation in pa…
A review of nine trials found omega-3 fats helped pancreatic cancer patients gain a little weight, but did not improve muscle or blood prote…
Structured triglycerides with EPA and DHA increased serum EPA ratios compared with physical mixtures in healthy men
New Omega-3 Oil Boosts Blood Levels But Not Muscle Power
This randomized controlled trial enrolled 28 healthy young men and compared structured triglycerides (STGs) containing eicosapentaenoic acid…
A new type of omega-3 supplement gets into your blood better, but it won't make you stronger.