Heart Health
Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Also known as: Fish oil (heart), Omega-3s, EPA, Fish oil for mood
A concentrated source of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (EPA and DHA) derived from oily fish tissues, widely used as a dietary supplement for cardiovascular and cognitive support. Standardized fish oil supplements typically provide defined amounts of EPA and DHA per dose.
Primary uses
- Depression support
- Mood
- Inflammation
- Brain health
- Cortisol reduction
- Stress resilience
- Triglycerides
- Heart rhythm
- Blood pressure
- Insulin sensitivity
- Hormone balance
- Lipid profile
How it works
- Reduces triglycerides
- Anti-inflammatory
- Membrane fluidity
- Heart rhythm support
Dosage
- Typical range
- 2-4g EPA+DHA for heart
- Timing
- With meals
- With food
- Yes
- Duration
- Ongoing
- Special populations
- High triglycerides, heart disease, post-MI
Forms
- High-EPA fish oil
- Algal EPA
- Fish oil capsules
- Triglyceride form
- Ethyl ester
- Prescription (Vascepa)
- Fish oil
- Algae oil
- softgels· 70/100
- liquid· 70/100
- enteric-coated softgels· 70/100
- ethyl ester form· 70/100
Safety
Common side effects
- Fishy burps
- GI upset
- Bruising
Contraindications
- Fish allergy
- Bleeding disorders
Known interactions
- Synergywith curcumin
Fat improves curcumin absorption
- Warningwith omega-3
Fish oil may increase bleeding risk with warfarin
- Cautionwith omega-3
Fish oil adds to aspirin's antiplatelet effect
- Synergywith vitamin d
Fat improves vitamin D absorption
- Synergywith omega-3
Vitamin E protects omega-3 fats from oxidation
Evidence notes
Strong evidence for heart health
Grade A: Multiple well-designed human trials support the main claims.
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