Omega-3
Essential fatty acids (EPA/DHA) for cardiovascular health and recovery from inflammation.
Benefits
- Reduces exercise-induced inflammation
- Supports cardiovascular health
- Helps maintain healthy joints
Precautions
Choose a purified product (low in heavy metals). May thin the blood: exercise caution if taking anticoagulant treatment.
Recommended dosage
1 to 3 g of combined EPA and DHA per day
Did you know?
A meta-analysis of numerous studies found no significant association between omega-3 supplementation and a reduced risk of all-cause mortality, cardiac death, heart attack or stroke.
What the studies say
This study explores the mechanisms underlying an inflammatory disease of the arteries known as atherosclerosis. It highlights that the resolution of inflammation is partly mediated by specialised molecules derived from omega-3 fatty acids. These pro-resolving mediators transform pro-inflammatory macrophages into cells that suppress inflammation and promote the healing of arterial lesions. Understanding these processes could open up therapeutic avenues targeting omega-3s to inhibit the progression of this disease.
Bäck M, Yurdagul A, Tabas I, Öörni K, Kovanen PT. — Nature reviews. Cardiology (2019) — View the source study
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