Effects of Short Term Supplementation of Fish Oil Capsules on the Blood Fatty Acid Profle of Vegetarians: A Pilot Study
Journal Title: International Journal of Medical Research & Health Sciences (IJMRHS) - Year 2017, Vol 6, Issue 5
Abstract
Background and Aims: Omega-3 fatty acids are essential for cardio vascular as well as overall health. Therefore, fsh oil which is a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids namely EPA and DHA is recommended. We supplemented vegetarian volunteers, not consuming fsh, with fsh oil capsules to observe the changes in lipo-protein metabolism. Methods and Results: Commercially available fsh oil capsules were given to normal healthy volunteers for two weeks and lipid profles analyzed. Lipid profle normalizing effect of triglycerides and cholesterol was observed in the consuming subjects. Concentration of omega-3 fatty acids increased in the plasma and RBC of all volunteers. Conclusion: Consumption of omega-3 fsh oil capsules is benefcial and heart healthy.
Authors and Affiliations
Shahida A Khan| Applied Nutrition Division, Clinical Nutrition Group, King Fahd Medical Research Center, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Corresponding e-mail: sakhan01@kau.edu.sa, shahidakhan2009@gmail.com, Hegde MV| Interactive Research School for Health Affairs, Bharati Vidyapeeth University, Dhankawadi, Pune, India, Wagh UV| Interactive Research School for Health Affairs, Bharati Vidyapeeth University, Dhankawadi, Pune, India, Rehana Jamadar| Interactive Research School for Health Affairs, Bharati Vidyapeeth University, Dhankawadi, Pune, India
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