Browsing by Subject "fish oil"

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    Fish Oil
    (2010-10-29) Dickmann, Patty
    Fish oil is obtained in the human diet by eating oily fish such as salmon, herring, trout, mackerel, albacore tuna, and sardines, or by consuming fish oil supplements. Contrary to popular belief, fish do not naturally produce these oils; instead, they acquire them through the ocean food chain when they consume algae, the original sources of the omega-3 fatty acids found in fish oils. Evidence from several studies suggests that omega-3 fatty acids from fish or fish oil supplements have positive effects on heart health, mental health, and infant development. It may even reduce the risk of some types of cancer. While fish oil has few reported side effects, it is important to talk to your doctor before starting fish oil supplements.
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    Omega-3 Fish Oil and Heart Health
    (2010-10-29) Hansmeier, Matt
    A patient’s guide to omega-3 fish oil and its potential role in prevention of cardiovascular disease. Omega-3’s have been shown to be beneficial for some cardiovascular disease but further research is needed to determine optimal dosing.
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    Will Taking Fish Oil Help Lower My Cholesterol?
    (2010-07-22) Schivone, Gillian
    Fish oil is most likely to help lower cholesterol in patients who have high triglyceride levels. However, it also may worsen LDL levels (“bad cholesterol”). If you would like to try fish oil before beginning a prescribed medication for cholesterol, it is safe to try along with cholesterol monitoring and may have some benefit. For those with high LDL levels, it may be best to take fish oil with a cholesterol-lowering medication like a statin to improve both LDL and triglyceride levels.