In 2002, the American Heart Association recommended that patients with coronary heart disease (CHD) consume 1 gram daily of marine-derived omega-3 fatty acids containing EPA plus DHA, preferably from oily fish. Supplements are okay if you dont like fish. In 2012, 8 percent of adults in the United States were taking fish oil supplements. However, fatty acids may have gained their heart-healthy reputation in the absence of strong evidence. Only one clinical trial reported benefit in patients with heart failure, and there is little evidence to support its benefit for primary prevention.
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