Heath Matters: Fish oil and its connection to heart disease
@piyoz000 (441)
Philippines
October 7, 2024 8:26am CST
Fish oil is often linked to heart health because it contains omega-3 fatty acids. Some studies suggest that taking fish oil supplements can lower the risk of heart attacks, especially for people who don’t eat much fish. Based on a quick research, fish oil might help by lowering blood fat levels, reducing inflammation, and improving blood flow around the heart.
But I guess that not all studies agree. While some research shows clear benefits, there are others that find little to no effect, especially for people without heart problems. I am still not sure in spite of these findings though. I have an aunt who is a nurse, she is married to a doctor, and they sometimes give us fish oil supplements without asking about our medical history.
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@porwest (92589)
• United States
8 Oct
I think it's like anything. It depends on the person and of course, certain habits can counter any positive effects if there are any. I don't mind taking a supplement. So far as I know it won't harm me, and I would rather be safe than sorry.
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@piyoz000 (441)
• Philippines
8 Oct
Right, anything is good and bad depending on the situation. I'm also taking supplements, but I don't take them all at once on daily basis. Like some fish oil today, Vitamin C tomorrow and a multivitamin the day after. Sometimes I don't take any if I think that the food I ate is balanced enough with all the nutrients my body needs.
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@luisadannointed (6329)
• Philippines
7 Oct
I guess it is good for the oldies who have now problem with their BP or hearts, but I don't know if it is advisable to people with problems on their eyes.
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@piyoz000 (441)
• Philippines
8 Oct
I'm not sure about the connection with having eye problems. I'm nearsighted for more than 20 years, I've taken some fish oil but nothing changed.
