Articles by Dr. Erdman are for informational purposes, and are not to be taken as specific medical advice.
I’ve written several times over the years on the benefits of
Omega-3 fats, EPA and DHA. They are essential to your overall health and to
your heart health particularly.
There are many studies confirming that regular consumption
of fish and other omega-3 rich foods may lower your risk of a heart attack by
about ten percent. One Italian study showed a 50% reduction in sudden cardiac
death.
Omega-3 fats benefit your cardiovascular health in multiple ways. They lower blood pressure and triglyceride concentrations. They improve your ability to grow new blood vessels, which helps in areas that may be damaged.