01.01.03
The American Heart Association (AHA), Dallas, TX, has updated its recommendations for omega 3 fatty acids. According to the updated recommendations published in the November 2002 issue of Circulation: Journal of the American Heart Association, “People who have high triglycerides may benefit from a supplement of 2-4 grams per day of EPA and DHA. Even the 1 gram per day dose recommended for patients with existing CVD (cardiovascular disease) may be more than they can easily get from diet alone. These people should talk to their doctor about taking supplements to reduce heart disease risk.” The AHA also recommended eating fish (particularly fatty fish) at least two times a week. The updated recommendations also noted that fish is a good source of protein without the high saturated fat found in fatty meat products.