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Research: ENGLER and ENGLER,
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Abstract
ENGLER and ENGLER, Dept. of Physiological Nursing, University of California-San Francisco, 2 Koret Way, San Francisco, CA 94143-0610, USA, have reviewed (67 references) n-3 fatty acids and cardiovascular disease. Abstract: The dietary n-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids, eicosapentaenoic and docosahexaenoic acids, play an important role in cardiovascular health and disease. Clinical trials provide substantial evidence to support current dietary recommendations for n-3 fatty acids in cardiovascular disease management. The cardioprotective benefits of n-3 fatty acids may be attributed to multiple physiological effects on lipids, blood pressure, vascular function, cardiac rhythms, platelet function, and inflammatory responses. The metabolism of n-3 fatty acids, physiological effects, and clinical considerations with current dietary recommendations and sources of n-3 fatty acids are presented.
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Engler MM, Engler MB. Omega-3 fatty acids: role in cardiovascular health and disease. Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing 21 (1): 17-24, quiz 25-6, Jan-Feb 2006.