Dietary polyunsaturated fatty acids linked to smaller risk of coronary heart disease

A recent study completed at the University of Eastern Finland shows that dietary polyunsaturated fatty acids may reduce the risk of coronary heart disease.

Saturated fats’ impact on type 2 diabetes risk ‘varies across acids’

The influence different fatty acids may have on type 2 diabetes risk may depend on whether they contain odd or even numbers of carbon atoms, according to a new study.

For pediatric patients, the benefits of combo lipid emulsion no greater than soy-based emulsion

Lipid emulsions are crucial for providing essential fatty acids and energy to infants and children who need intravenous feeding.

Severity of osteoarthritis in mice reduced by omega 3 fatty acids

Mice consuming a supplement of omega 3 fatty acids had healthier joints than those fed diets high in saturated fats and omega 6 fatty acids, according to Duke Medicine researchers.

Could certain fatty acids reduce the risk of Lou Gehrig’s disease?

Study finds that eating foods high in omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids could be associated with a decreased risk in the fatal neurodegenerative disorder.

Intake of monounsaturated fatty acids and cholesterol influence disease activity in RA and OA respectively

Two new studies presented at the European League Against Rheumatism Annual Congress (EULAR 2014) have helped clarify the relationship between the dietary intake of monounsaturated fatty acids and…

Animal model may help improve understanding of omega fatty acids’ impact on human health

Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) investigators have developed a transgenic mouse that synthesizes both the omega-3 and omega-6 essential fatty acids within its tissues on a diet of carbohydrates…

Transgenic mice produce both omega-3, omega-6 fatty acids on carbohydrate diet

A transgenic mouse has been developed that synthesizes both the omega-3 and omega-6 essential fatty acids within its tissues on a diet of carbohydrates or saturated fats. Significant evidence suggest that the ratio of dietary omega-6 to omega-3 has important implications for human health, further increasing interest in the development of foods rich in omega-3s.

Supplements not associated with reduced risk of cardiovascular disease in elderly

Daily dietary supplements of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (also found in fish) or lutein and zeaxanthin (nutrients found in green leafy vegetables) were not associated with reduced risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD) in elderly patients with the eye disease age-related macular degeneration.

Evidence does not support guidelines on fatty acid consumption to reduce coronary risk

Current evidence does not support nutritional guidelines that advocate high consumption of polyunsaturated fatty acids and low consumption of total saturated fats, according to an article being published in Annals of Internal Medicine.

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