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Fish oil: benefits, adverse effects

Alexey Portnov, medical expert
Last reviewed: 23.04.2024

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Fish oil can be extracted directly or concentrated and placed in the shape of a capsule. Its active components are a-3 fatty acids [eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)].

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The claimed effect of fish oil

Fish oil is used to prevent and treat atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. Scientific evidence authoritatively suggests that 800 to 1500 mg of EPA / DHA per day reduces the risk of myocardial infarction and death due to arrhythmia among patients who have a history of coronary artery disease and who are taking traditional medications. It also reduces the level of triglycerides depending on the dose (25-40% with EPA / DHA 4 g / day) and slightly reduces the pressure (2-4 mm hemoglobin with EPA / DHA> 3 g / day). Mechanisms, apparently, are many, but they are not known. Possible benefits, but it has not yet been proven in the primary prevention of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease, the treatment of anxiety and the prevention of nephrotoxicity of cyclosporine.

Adverse effects of fish oil

There may be fish belch, nausea and diarrhea. The risk of bleeding increases with EPA / DHA> 3 g / day. Laboratory tests do not give grounds for concern about mercury contamination.

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