‘No effect’ from omega-3s for diabetes risk
Fish oil supplements appear to have no outcomes for glucose metabolism, say authors
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Omega-3 supplements “should not be encouraged” for prevention or treatment of type 2 diabetes, with a review finding no convincing evidence that upping intake affects the risk of developing diabetes.
Researchers say previous studies have suggested omega-3, omega-6, and total polyunsaturated fatty acids may protect against type 2 diabetes, but the data has been inconclusive.