Wednesday, July 21, 2010

Omega-3 fatty acids and women's health

DALY CITY, CA - MAY 19: A Target customer shops for vitamins at a Target store May 19, 2010 in Daly City, California. Target reported first quarter earnings up 29 percent to $671 million, or 90 cents a share, compared to $522 million, or 69 cents one year ago. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)



Researchers have explored several potential health benefits of omega-3 fatty acids from fish oil. Some recent studies suggest that omega-3 fatty acid supplementation can improve lung function in athletes.  In this particular study, participants who consumed 1000 mg of an omega-3 fatty acid supplement for 3 months experienced improvements in their FVC (20% forced vital capacity)  and 10% in their maximum voluntary ventilation. 

Other researchers have found that omega-3 supplements may reduce breast cancer risk in women.  With long-term and current use, this risk maybe reduced by 32%.  Further research is required in this are to confirm these results.

Another recent study found that omega-3 fatty acid consumption in women was linked to a lower risk of endometriosis with a reduced risk of up to 22% compared to those who consumed the least amount. 

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