Summary According to this Chinese study, omega-3 fatty acid supplements can reduce the risk of thrombosis and pulmonary embolism in the elderly after surgery. During this intervention, 452 elderly patients were divided into two groups receiving either omega-3 fatty acids (1000 mg daily) or a placebo orally 30 days after surgery. After the intervention period,…
Summary A Turkish study examined whether vitamin D levels are related to deep vein thrombosis. It included 140 participants in the thrombosis group and 140 in the control group. Basic and general information about the participants (age, gender, height, weight and BMI), comorbidities and vitamin D levels were recorded and compared between the two groups.…
Summary Numerous studies confirm a link between vitamin D deficiency and thrombosis. Among other things, it has been shown that improvements can be achieved after just three months of supplementation. Further details can be found in the study. References Syed Mohammad, Aastha Mishra, Mohammad Zahid Ashraf Link to article >>
Summary A review by the University of Connecticut in the USA showed that vitamin C deficiency can increase cardiovascular disease risk. Some studies reported a positive effect of vitamin C on blood pressure and endothelial function. Further details can be found in the study. References Melissa A Moser, Ock K Chun Link to article…