A new meta-analysis of 114,000+ participants found that low-dose omega-3 supplementation is not associated with an increased risk of atrial fibrillation, even among individuals at elevated cardiovascular risk. In contrast, high-dose prescription therapies may modestly increase AF risk in these patients.
A new study published in Nutrients found that higher levels of omega-6 fatty acids are associated with lower inflammatory markers, contradicting previous narratives. The research analyzed data from the Framingham Offspring Study and found no statistically significant association between omega-6 intake and increased inflammation.
A study found that individuals with a higher omega-3 index are more protected from severe COVID infection. Those in the highest quintile were 21% less likely to test positive and 26% less likely to be hospitalized.
A new study published in Nutrients found that individuals with higher red blood cell DHA levels have a 49% lower risk of developing Alzheimer's disease. The study, conducted on 1,490 participants aged 65 and older, suggests that increasing dietary omega-3 DHA levels may slow the development of the disease.
A new study found that a low Omega-3 Index is associated with increased risk of early death, comparable to the risk of smoking. The research used data from the Framingham Heart Study and suggested that biomarkers integrating lifestyle choices could help identify individuals at risk and inform treatment approaches.
Researchers found people with higher omega-3 EPA and DHA blood levels lived longer than those with lower levels. A high Omega-3 Index, around 8% or higher, was associated with a 13% lower risk of death from all causes.
A pilot study published in Prostaglandins, Leukotrienes and Essential Fatty Acids found that patients with higher omega-3 blood levels had a lower risk of death from COVID-19. The study showed that those in the highest quartile of omega-3 index were 75% less likely to die compared to those in lower quartiles.
A recent study from the Cooper Center Longitudinal Study and FARI found that fish oil supplement use in the general population does not adversely affect LDL-C. In fact, higher RBC DHA levels are associated with a small decrease in LDL-C levels.
A recent study from FARI and The Cooper Institute found a significant relationship between omega-3 levels and heart rate recovery, with higher levels linked to faster heart rate drop. This association was more pronounced in women than men and was associated with reduced risk of sudden cardiac death.
A new study has developed an omega-3 calculator to estimate the final Omega-3 Index and required EPA+DHA doses. The calculator helps address the mixed literature on omega-3 benefits by providing a guideline for researchers to ensure adequate doses, leading to more accurate study outcomes.
A new study published in Circulation found that individuals with higher levels of omega-6 fatty acid LA were less likely to develop cardiovascular disease (CVD) and diabetes. The study, which pooled data from 30 studies involving over 69,000 people, suggests that consuming more LA may lower risk for these diseases.
Researchers found that people with PAD had a lower Omega-3 Index compared to those without the disease. The study suggests that omega-3s may play a role in preventing the development of PAD. Further studies are needed to determine whether long-term use of omega-3 supplements can prevent PAD.
A new scientific paper proposes an omega-3 DHA target blood level of 5% or higher for pregnant women to reduce their risk of preterm birth. DHA levels below this threshold have been linked to a reduced intake and increased risk of inadequate nutrition.
A new study published in Circulation found that fish oil did not increase perioperative bleeding in surgery patients. Higher blood omega-3 levels were associated with a lower risk of bleeding.
A new study found significant correlations between blood levels of EPA plus DHA omega-3s and cognitive depression in heart failure subjects. The study also showed improvements in social functioning and a positive correlation between the Omega-3 Index and reduced cognitive depression scores.
Research found a strong correlation between blood omega-3s and executive function in children from Northern Ghana. Children with higher omega-3 levels were more likely to perform better on cognitive tests, suggesting potential benefits for brain development.