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A growing library of the omega-3 research we're following — summarized and categorized so you can find what matters to you.

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Observational Jan 1, 2026

Higher Omega-3 Levels and Vitamin D Linked to Better COVID-19 Outcomes

COVID-19 patients with higher blood omega-3 levels had lower odds of death and hospitalization, while higher vitamin D was linked to shorter hospital stays.

All Cause Mortality Covid General Wellness Immune System Omega 3 Index (O3i)

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Review/News Sep 22, 2020

A Fish-Friendly Mediterranean Diet Paired with Daily Fasting Windows May Support Heart Health

A plant-rich Mediterranean-style diet featuring fish and seafood, combined with a 12-16 hour daily fasting window, is proposed as a favorable pattern for cardiovascular health.

Fasting General Wellness Heart Health

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Review/News Sep 1, 2023

Diet and Natural Supplements for Fatty Liver Disease: A Research Review

A research review summarizes how various diets and nutraceuticals, including omega-3s, have been studied for their potential role in supporting liver health in NAFLD.

Algae Fasting Fatty Liver General Wellness Liver Health Metabolism

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RCT Jul 1, 2022

Omega-3 Supplements Linked to Fewer Pain Crises in Children With Sickle Cell Disease

In children with sickle cell disease, adding omega-3 to standard therapy was linked to fewer and less severe pain crises than standard therapy alone.

Cholesterol General Wellness Prenatal Pediatric Viscosity

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RCT May 30, 2020

Comparing Two Omega-3 Prescription Forms in People With a History of Severe Triglyceride-Related Pancreatitis

In people with a history of severe hypertriglyceridemia and pancreatitis on a low-fat diet, a carboxylic acid omega-3 formulation showed somewhat higher short-term absorption than an ethyl ester formulation, but both raised long-term blood omega-3 levels similarly.

Heart Health Metabolism Viscosity

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Review/News Jan 1, 2020

Reviewing Omega-3’s Role in Skin Health: What 38 Studies Show

A review of 38 studies found omega-3 supplementation was linked to reported benefits across several skin conditions, including psoriasis, eczema, acne, and skin ulcers.

General Wellness Immune System Skin Health, Psoriasis, etc.

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Review/News Apr 1, 2017

Do Omega-3 Fatty Acids Help with Psoriasis? A Look at the Evidence

A review of 12 studies found inconsistent evidence on whether omega-3 fatty acids improve psoriasis severity.

Joints Inflammation Skin Health, Psoriasis, etc.

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Review/News Jan 23, 2020

Omega-3 and Omega-6 Fats: What the Research Says About Skin Conditions

A review of existing research found mixed results on omega-3 and omega-6 fats for inflammatory skin conditions, with combined GLA and omega-3 supplementation showing the most potential.

Gene Expression General Wellness Immune System Skin Health, Psoriasis, etc.

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Meta-Analysis Apr 1, 2019

Omega-3 Supplements and Psoriasis Symptoms: What the Research Shows

Pooled data from 10 RCTs found omega-3 supplementation was linked to reduced psoriasis severity scores, redness, and scaling.

Joints Inflammation Skin Health, Psoriasis, etc.

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Higher Omega-3 Levels and Vitamin D Linked to Better COVID-19 Outcomes

A Fish-Friendly Mediterranean Diet Paired with Daily Fasting Windows May Support Heart Health

Diet and Natural Supplements for Fatty Liver Disease: A Research Review

Omega-3 Supplements Linked to Fewer Pain Crises in Children With Sickle Cell Disease

Comparing Two Omega-3 Prescription Forms in People With a History of Severe Triglyceride-Related Pancreatitis

Reviewing Omega-3’s Role in Skin Health: What 38 Studies Show

Do Omega-3 Fatty Acids Help with Psoriasis? A Look at the Evidence

Omega-3 and Omega-6 Fats: What the Research Says About Skin Conditions

Omega-3 Supplements and Psoriasis Symptoms: What the Research Shows

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