Eicosapentaenoic Acid

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    Last Updated: October 13, 2024

    Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) is an omega-3 fatty acid that is found in fatty fish. EPA is often taken as a supplement in the form of fish oil to improve cardiovascular health and brain health.

    Eicosapentaenoic Acid is most often used for Cardiovascular Health. The Examine Database covers High Cholesterol.

    19,883 participants in trials and 1 meta-analysis

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    Note that Eicosapentaenoic Acid is also known as:
    • EPA

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    Examine Database References

    1. Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) - Wei MY, Jacobson TAEffects of eicosapentaenoic acid versus docosahexaenoic acid on serum lipids: a systematic review and meta-analysisCurr Atheroscler Rep.(2011 Dec)