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“Muscles require growth hormones to maintain their mass; however, in sarcopenia, inflammation reduces muscle tissue's ability to grow in response to insulin. Long-chain omega-3 fatty acids, such as eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), have powerful anti-inflammatory effects.”

“A year-long clinical trial tested whether antibiotics, omega-3 plus low-dose aspirin, or both could improve treatment outcomes in advanced cases. The study included 109 adults with advanced periodontitis who received deep cleaning and maintenance visits throughout the following year.”

“In a randomized crossover study of 20 healthy adults, a saturated-fat meal raised measured circulating endotoxin, while an omega-3-rich meal lowered it. The measured systemic inflammatory biomarkers did not differ between the meal conditions, showing that the response depends on the meal, marker, and study setting.”

“Byproducts of omega-3 metabolism called specialized pro-resolving mediators (SPMs) have distinct roles in promoting the resolution of inflammation, restoring homeostasis, and supporting tissue repair. Learn more about SPMs in this episode featuring omega-3 expert Dr. Bill Harris.”

“Taking an omega-3 supplement may do more than support heart health—it might enhance the effects of your workout. A recent study found that combining omega-3 supplementation with exercise training improved body composition and cardiometabolic health better than exercise alone.”

“In the studies with healthy participants, zinc supplementation significantly decreased HDL levels by 3 milligrams per deciliter. Furthermore, LDL decreased by 11.25 milligrams per deciliter among the participants with preexisting conditions who supplemented with zinc.”

“The study involved 34 patients with head and neck cancer who were about to undergo radiation therapy. Half of the participants received conventional preventive treatment (topical antifungal and anti-inflammatory mouthwash), and the other half received a topical omega-3 gel.”

“This was a very small study, however, and further research is needed to confirm any protective effects of omega-3 fatty acid intake in Alzheimer's disease. Link to study abstract. Learn more about the links between DHA (a type of omega-3 fatty acid) and Alzheimer's disease in this article by Dr. Rhonda Patrick.”

“After the third week of supplementation, the participants performed a downhill running exercise test. The researchers measured the participants' cardiac markers, inflammatory cytokines, and blood lipids and assessed their Omega-3 Index, a measure of omega-3 concentrations in red blood cell membranes.”

“A new analysis asked whether this genetic difference shapes the relationship between blood omega-3 levels and early brain imaging markers. The study compared fasting blood omega-3 levels with two kinds of brain scans in 104 cognitively normal older adults.”