Fish oil fights diabetes? study tests Omega-3s for blood sugar control
NCT ID NCT07677995
First seen Jul 01, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026
Summary
This study investigates whether omega-3 fatty acids, natural fats found in fish and flaxseed, can help manage blood sugar and reduce inflammation in people with type 2 diabetes and heart disease. Participants take omega-3 supplements or a placebo for 28 days, and researchers measure changes in fasting glucose and other markers. The goal is to see if this safe, natural supplement can slow diabetes progression and lower cardiovascular risk.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Omega-3 fatty acids
What this could lead to
If omega-3s prove effective, they could offer a simple, natural supplement to help manage blood sugar and heart health in type 2 diabetes.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 60 participants, so results may not apply widely. Omega-3s may not lower blood sugar significantly, and the study does not test long-term effects.
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School of Biomedical Sciences
Coleraine, County Londonderry, BT52 1SA, United Kingdom