Complementary and Alternative Care/Dietary Supplements

Omega-3 Fatty Acids, Effects on Cardiovascular Risk Factors

March 2004

Clinical Focus*

• What is the effect of omega-3 fatty acids on intermediate markers and risk factors of cardiovascular disease (CVD)?
• What is the effect of different omega-3 fatty acids and different sources of the fatty acids?
• How does the effect of omega-3 fatty acids differ in different sub-populations and in relation to various confounders?
• What is the association between intake levels of omega-3 fatty acids and tissue levels?

*Addressed in the summary or evidence report.

Health Effects of Omega-3 Fatty Acids on Cardiovascular Risk Factors and Intermediate Markers of Cardiovascular Disease
Summary (Publication No. 04-E010-1, March 2004)
Evidence Report (Publication No. 04-E010-2, March 2004)
(PDF Files; File Download)

EPC: Tufts-New England Medical Center
Topic Nominator: Office of Dietary Supplements, National Institutes of Health

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