Prostate cancer risk and omega-3 Fatty Acid intake from fish oil: a closer look at media messages versus research findings.
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چکیده
Although fish and fish oil supplements have been touted for their many benefits, especially in the treatment of cardiovascular disease, recent headlines have suggested that they might be linked to an increased risk of prostate cancer. P&T takes a closer look behind the mixed messages.
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Fish-Derived Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Prostate Cancer: A Systematic Review
BACKGROUND The use of natural health products in prostate cancer (PrCa) is high despite a lack of evidence with respect to safety and efficacy. Fish-derived omega-3 fatty acids possess anti-inflammatory effects and preclinical data suggest a protective effect on PrCa incidence and progression; however, human studies have yielded conflicting results. METHODS A search of OVID MEDLINE, Pre-MEDLI...
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عنوان ژورنال:
- P & T : a peer-reviewed journal for formulary management
دوره 38 9 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2013