Health Bulletin
Fish oil plus exercise may do older muscles good
Older women may be able to boost their muscle strength by adding fish oil supplements to their exercise routine, a clinical trial suggests published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.
Fish oil, which is rich in omega-3 fatty acids, is probably best known for its link to heart health. Fish oil supplements can lower triglycerides (a type of blood fat), and people who get more omega-3 have been found to have a lower risk of heart disease. There is also evidence that fish oil can improve nerve function and the ability of heart muscle to contract.
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