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Cannot tolerate statins. Will Omega 3 be effective; for instance, LOVAZA?

Mary Ann Seward
12/08/08
Mary Ann Seward
Topics:Cholesterol
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Hi everybody. My wife and I live in the great red state of Texas. I...

Friday, December 12, 2008

I cannot make medical claims, but fish oil capsules made in accordance with pharmaceutical grade practices would be my first choice.

Lisa Nelson, RD, LN
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Sunday, December 14, 2008

Hi Mary Ann,

 

There are many benefits from supplementing omega 3 fatty acids, such as lower triglycerides, high HDL cholesterol, reduced blood pressure, and decreased arterial wall inflammation.

 

You have several options for increasing your omega 3 intake - diet and supplements.  Here's an article that may be of interest to you - Top 5 Omega 3 Sources to Lower Cholesterol.

 

All the best,

 

Lisa Nelson, RD, LN

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