Omega-3 fatty acids and individual variability in plasma triglyceride response: A mini-review.
Redox Biol
; 63: 102730, 2023 07.
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| ID: mdl-37150150
ABSTRACT
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a leading cause of death worldwide. Supplementation with the marine omega-3 fatty acids eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) is associated with lower CVD risk. However, results from randomized controlled trials that examine the effect of omega-3 supplementation on CVD risk are inconsistent. This risk-reducing effect may be mediated by reducing inflammation, oxidative stress and serum triglyceride (TG) levels. However, not all individuals respond by reducing TG levels after omega-3 supplementation. This inter-individual variability in TG response to omega-3 supplementation is not fully understood. Hence, we aim to review the evidence for how interactions between omega-3 fatty acid supplementation and genetic variants, epigenetic and gene expression profiling, gut microbiota and habitual intake of omega-3 fatty acids can explain why the TG response differs between individuals. This may contribute to understanding the current controversies and play a role in defining future personalized guidelines to prevent CVD.
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MEDLINE
Main subject:
Cardiovascular Diseases
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Fatty Acids, Omega-3
Type of study:
Clinical_trials
Language:
En
Journal:
Redox Biol
Year:
2023
Type:
Article
Affiliation country:
Norway