Fish oil supplements linked to greater first-time heart attack risk in study: ‘Not universally good or bad'
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Taking fish oil supplements could raise the risk of heart attack and stroke, a new study suggests. A cardiologist and two dietitians discuss the potential effects.
"This is yet another study that reminds us there is still a lot that needs to be investigated when it comes to fish oil and heart disease." "Making small changes to your diet over time can have big benefits in reducing your overall cardiovascular risk." Melissa Rudy is health editor and a member of the lifestyle team at Fox News Digital. Story tips can be sent to melissa.rudy@fox.com.
Among those who had existing heart disease, however, fish oil consumption was shown to slow the progression of cardiovascular disease and reduce the risk of mortality.
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