Fish oil pills put to the test: can they tame high triglycerides?

NCT ID NCT05015348

Completed Disease control Sponsor: Peking Union Medical College Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 29, 2026 · Last updated Jul 30, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial tests whether adding omega-3 supplements to a healthy lifestyle program can lower fasting triglycerides in adults with mild-to-moderate high blood fats. Participants are randomly assigned to receive either omega-3 capsules or a placebo (corn oil) for 12 weeks, while all receive nutritional counseling. Researchers will measure changes in blood fats, weight, and body composition to see if the supplements provide an extra benefit.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acid (EPA and DHA) supplements
What this could lead to: If effective, this could offer a simple, natural way to improve heart health by lowering blood fats.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial, and the placebo uses corn oil, which may also affect fat levels. Results may not apply to everyone.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

hyperlipidemia hypertriglyceridemia

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

HYPERLIPIDEMIAS

Contacts and locations

Locations

Peking Union Medical College Hospita

Beijing, Beijing Municipality, 100730, China

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