Fish Oil May Help Improve Protein Balance in People with COPD
In a small trial, omega-3 (EPA+DHA) supplementation for four weeks raised blood omega-3 levels and was studied for its effects on protein breakdown and rebuilding in adults with COPD.
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In a small trial, omega-3 (EPA+DHA) supplementation for four weeks raised blood omega-3 levels and was studied for its effects on protein breakdown and rebuilding in adults with COPD.
People with higher blood omega-3 levels showed no significant link between air pollution and COPD risk, while those with lower levels did.
Higher blood EPA+DHA levels were associated with better respiratory quality of life and fewer moderate flare-ups in COPD patients.
This review outlines biological reasons COPD patients face higher COVID-19 risk and suggests omega-3s may help regulate inflammation and immunity, though clinical trials are still lacking.