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ALP Lipid Lab Library

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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Review/News Jul 7, 2026

Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Women’s Health During Menopause: A Research Review

This review summarizes limited but growing evidence that omega-3 fatty acids may be relevant to bone, heart, brain, mood, and breast health during the menopausal transition.

Brain Cognition General Wellness Heart Health Mood Mental Health

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Review/News Jul 7, 2026

Measuring Omega-3 Levels in Blood: A Better Way to Track Heart Health?

Measuring actual EPA/DHA levels in red blood cells (the Omega-3 Index) correlates more strongly with cardiovascular outcomes than estimated dietary intake.

All Cause Mortality Heart Health Omega 3 Index (O3i)

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Review/News Jul 7, 2026

How the Mediterranean Diet May Support Blood Sugar and Metabolic Health in Type 2 Diabetes

A review of existing research links the Mediterranean diet to improved blood sugar control, insulin sensitivity, and cardiovascular risk factors in type 2 diabetes.

General Wellness Heart Health

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Meta-Analysis Jul 7, 2026

Omega-3 Supplements and Heart Outcomes in People on Dialysis

In hemodialysis patients, omega-3 supplementation was linked to fewer cardiovascular deaths, heart attacks, and vascular access complications, but not a reduction in overall mortality.

All Cause Mortality Heart Health

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ALP Lipid Lab Library

Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Women’s Health During Menopause: A Research Review

Measuring Omega-3 Levels in Blood: A Better Way to Track Heart Health?

How the Mediterranean Diet May Support Blood Sugar and Metabolic Health in Type 2 Diabetes

Omega-3 Supplements and Heart Outcomes in People on Dialysis

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