Background Researchers have suggested that omega‐3 polyunsaturated fatty acids from
oily fish (long‐chain omega‐3 (LCn3), including eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and …

The mechanisms of action of the dietary components of the Mediterranean diet are reviewed
in prevention of cardiovascular disease, stroke, age-associated cognitive decline and …

In the past couple of decades, evidence from prospective observational studies and clinical
trials has converged to support the importance of individual nutrients, foods, and dietary …

Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) is an essential fatty acid and the substrate for the synthesis of
longer-chain, more unsaturated ω-3 fatty acids, eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) …

Nutrition therapy and counselling are an integral part of the treatment and self-management
of diabetes. The goals of nutrition therapy are to maintain or improve quality of life and …

Background The use of n–3 fatty acids may prevent cardiovascular events in patients with
recent myocardial infarction or heart failure. Their effects in patients with (or at risk for) type 2 …

The modern rise in obesity and its strong association with insulin resistance and type 2
diabetes have elicited interest in the underlying mechanisms of these pathologies. The …

Objective To conduct meta-analyses of randomized controlled trials (RCTs) to estimate the
effect of eicosapentaenoic and docosahexaenoic acid (EPA+ DHA) on coronary heart …

Executive summary Cardiovascular disease is a major cause of disability and premature
death throughout the world, and contributes substantially to the escalating costs of health …

Background. Low intakes or blood levels of eicosapentaenoic and docosahexaenoic acids
(EPA+ DHA) are independently associated with increased risk of death from coronary heart …