Summary

According to research, dietary omega-3 fatty acids have a variety of anti-inflammatory effects that may play a role in atherosclerosis. This review analyzed studies on the relation among omega-3 fatty acids (eicosapentaenoic acid, EPA, and docosahexaenoic acid, DHA), inflammation and atherosclerosis. A variety of biologic effects of EPA and DHA have been demonstrated in studies with fish or fish oil supplements in humans and animals. The present literature analysis revealed that omega-3 fatty acids reduce the inflammatory processes and exert beneficial effects on atherosclerosis. Further details can be found in the study.

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Trevor A Mori, Lawrence J Beilin

 

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