Omega-3 and Muscle Strength

Increased Omega-3 Intake Associated with Better Muscle Strength in Less Healthy Population

A new study found increasing intakes of Omega-3 Essential Fatty Acids was associated with better hand grip strength (HGS). Over 18,200 people participated in this cross sectional study.  Data was obtained from the Korean National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey during the time period 2016 – 2019.  Information was obtained by interviews, nutritional assessments and…

Omega 3 and Cholesterol

Low Dose Omega-3’s and Sterols Are Effective for Triglyceride and Cholesterol Reductions

A new study found a combination of a low dose Omega-3 plus Plant Sterols were effective in reducing triglyceride levels and cholesterol level in people with high cholesterol.  This study also allayed fears that Omega-3 could negate the beneficial effects of Plant Sterols. Over 300 women and men who had high cholesterol were randomly assigned…

Fish Oil and Osteoarthritis

Fish Oil Shows Potential to Alleviate Joint Health Burden

A recent study found daily supplementation with Omega 3 may aid in easing the pain associated with Osteoarthritis in overweight and obese older adults. Over 150 sedentary adults between the ages of 50 and 80 participated in this randomized, double-blind, 2×2 factorial, placebo-controlled intervention. Participants were randomly assigned to be in one of following four…

Omega 3 and Lung Inflammation

Higher Omega-3 DHA Levels Linked to Less Lung Inflammation, Lower ILD Risk

According to a new population based cohort study, increased levels of DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid), one of the essential fatty acids found in Omega-3, are associated with a reduced risk of hospitalizations due to ILD (interstitial lung disease). Data from over 10,000 people who participated in the MESA (Multi Ethnic Study of Atherosclerosis), FHS (Framingham Heart…