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#83 - Bill Harris, Ph.D.: Omega-3 fatty acids

The Peter Attia Drive

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High Triglycerides and Omega-3 Insights

This chapter explores the complexities of high triglyceride levels and their link to metabolic health, focusing on the distinctions between types of hypertriglyceridemia and the evolution of metabolic syndrome diagnostic criteria. It also highlights the benefits of omega-3 fatty acids, particularly EPA, and discusses recent clinical studies revealing their cardiovascular advantages in patients with elevated triglycerides. The regulatory landscape for omega-3 treatments and their implications for future health strategies are also examined, emphasizing the need for high-quality supplements.

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