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    How omega-3 fatty acids reduce atherosclerosis

    • Last Update: 2021-12-27
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    A receptor activated by a substance formed from omega-3 fatty acids plays a vital role in preventing vascular inflammation and reducing atherosclerosis


    Cardiovascular disease is the most common cause of death in the world and a serious public health problem


    Hildur Arnardottir, the first author of the study and an assistant professor in Solna’s Department of Medicine, said: “We found that this receptor is dysregulated in atherosclerosis, indicating the body’s natural healing process.


    This new study shows that signals sent through receptors can effectively prevent inflammation of atherosclerotic blood vessels and promote healing


    Magnus B?ck, the last author of the study, said: "We will now study the mechanisms behind the failure of vascular inflammation management and how to use omega-3 mediated stop signals to treat atherosclerosis



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