Fish oil improved triglycerides and LDL-C in ischemic heart disease

cardiovascular · Examine.com Study Summaries — June 8–15, 2026 · 2026

Meta-analysis of 10 RCTs in 633 patients with ischemic heart disease: 1–4 g/day fish oil for 8–12 weeks reduced triglycerides and LDL-C vs. placebo. Total cholesterol and HDL-C unchanged.

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Meta-analysis of 10 RCTs in 633 patients with ischemic heart disease: 1–4 g/day fish oil for 8–12 weeks reduced triglycerides and LDL-C vs. placebo. Total cholesterol and HDL-C unchanged.

  • fish oil
  • omega-3
  • ischemic heart disease
  • triglycerides
  • LDL-C
  • EPA
  • DHA