Heart rhythm breakdown? study tests everyday supplements for prevention
NCT ID NCT02178410
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether taking daily vitamin D or fish oil supplements can lower the risk of developing atrial fibrillation (an irregular heartbeat) in healthy adults. Over 25,000 men and women without prior heart disease or stroke took part. Researchers are tracking who develops atrial fibrillation to see if these supplements offer protection.
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Brigham and Women's Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts, 02215, United States
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