Omega-3 Supplements and Thyroid Health in Hashimoto’s Disease: What a New Trial Found
This clinical trial looked at whether omega-3 fatty acid supplements could influence thyroid function and body measurements in people with Hashimoto’s disease, an autoimmune condition affecting the thyroid. Fifty participants were randomly assigned to take either 2000mg of omega-3 daily or a placebo for 12 weeks.
Researchers measured thyroid hormones (T3, T4, TSH) and anti-thyroid peroxidase antibodies (anti-TPO), which are markers of autoimmune activity against the thyroid gland, before and after the trial period.
The omega-3 group showed a significant increase in T4 levels compared to placebo, along with a significant reduction in anti-TPO antibody levels. However, there were no significant differences between groups in TSH or T3 levels.
What this means for you
These findings suggest omega-3 supplementation may have some beneficial effects on certain thyroid markers in people with Hashimoto’s disease, but this was a small study over a short time period. Anyone with a thyroid condition should continue working with their healthcare provider on treatment and monitoring, and discuss whether supplements might be appropriate as a complementary approach.
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