Fish or pills? study tests best way to boost young hearts
NCT ID NCT06729229
First seen Jul 01, 2026 · Last updated Jul 02, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at whether eating two portions of fish per week or taking omega-3 supplements can improve blood vessel health and raise omega-3 levels in young adults aged 18 to 30. Participants with low omega-3 levels and little fish intake will be assigned to one of four groups: fish plus placebo, fish plus omega-3 supplement, omega-3 supplement alone, or placebo alone. The goal is to see if these simple changes can help prevent future heart disease.
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Active substance
fish and omega-3 supplements
What this could lead to
If effective, this could show that simple dietary changes or supplements help young adults reach heart-healthy omega-3 levels, potentially reducing future cardiovascular risk.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with 40 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It tests short-term effects, not long-term disease prevention.
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NICHE, School of Biomedical Sciences, Biomedical Sciences Research Institute, Coleraine Campus, University of Ulster
Coleraine, Co Londonderry, BT52 1SA, United Kingdom