Consultations
Is there any indication that taking too much fish oil — particularly green-lipped mussel oil — can cause stomach problems in a person with a history of gastroesophageal reflux disease?
CME/CE Features
Trial results poured cold water on claims that omega-3s prevent heart attacks. What does the future hold for these popular supplements?
Web Exclusives
Long-chain fatty acids in fish oil boost circulating adiponectin levels.
Dermatology Information Center
Dietary fish oil supplementation may reduce oxidative stress and inflammatory skin responses in individuals exposed to fine particulate air pollution for short periods of times.
Clinical Pearls
Storing fish-oil tablets inside the freezer will eliminate the fishy smell and aftertaste.—Jack Want, MD, Beloit, Wis. (121-17)
Men's Health Information Center
Does the consumption of omega-3 fatty acid-containing supplements benefit testicular function in young men?
Diabetes Information Center
The study suggests that neither fish oil nor aspirin can be recommended for the prevention of AVF failure.
Consultations
Is there any reason an adult with gallstones should not take fish-oil supplements?
Clinical Pearls
Advise patients who are bothered by the fishy taste of omega-3 fish oil capsules to freeze the supplements.
Ob/Gyn Information Center
Supplementation linked to higher BMI z score at age 6 years but no higher proportion of obese children.