Positive Health Online
Your Country
![[Image: http://www.abundanceandhealth.co.uk]](/img/original/BannerAvatar/2836.df7d2315253110ff5b3a566f94871f99.jpg "http://www.abundanceandhealth.co.uk")
![[Image: http://www.balens.co.uk]](/img/original/BannerAvatar/2148.50367fa908013fae0a7f1a171543ef92.jpg "http://www.balens.co.uk")
![[Image: https://www.water-for-health.co.uk/]](/img/original/BannerAvatar/4046.12831f50177f8848ee87b8e94411d6b3.jpg "https://www.water-for-health.co.uk/")
![[Image: http://www.drsgoodman.com/books-goodman/52-nutrition-and-cancer]](/img/original/BannerAvatar/1859.1296090fd8385e7ceff51c8011559097.jpg "http://www.drsgoodman.com/books-goodman/52-nutrition-and-cancer")
Research: HARRISON and ABHYANKAR,
Listed in Issue 117
Abstract
HARRISON and ABHYANKAR, Noble's Hospital, Isle of Man, UK, have reviewed (59 references) the mechanism of action of n-3 fatty acids in the prevention of myocardial infarction.
Background
n-3 fatty acids from oily fish have a protective effect against heart disease. The aim of this study was to outline the mechanisms through which n-3 fatty acids might confer cardiac benefits over and above the standard secondary prevention strategies.
Methodology
Results
The conclusion reached is that n-3 fatty acids play a significant role in secondary prevention post-myocardial infarction. The mechanisms through which two of these omega-3 fatty acids, eicosapentaenoic acid and docosahexaenoic acid, exert their action appear to be distinct and adjuvant to the available standard secondary prevention therapies. The role to be played by a newly licensed 90% concentrate EPA + DHA formulation (1 g/day capsule: Omacor) is explored.
Conclusion
References
Harrison N, Abhyankar B. The mechanism of action of omega-3 fatty acids in secondary prevention post-myocardial infarction. Current Medical Research & Opinion 21 (1): 95-100, Jan 2005.
