New research presented today at the American Heart Association Scientific Sessions suggests neither vitamin D nor the omega-3 fatty acids found in fish oil prevent the development of atrial fibrillation, a potentially serious heart rhythm disturbance.
New research presented today at the American Heart Association Scientific Sessions suggests neither vitamin D nor the omega-3 fatty acids found in fish oil prevent the development of atrial fibrillation, a potentially serious heart rhythm disturbance.
“Our trial results do not support taking fish oil or vitamin D supplements to prevent atrial fibrillation,” said Christine Albert, MD, MPH, the study’s lead author and chair of the Department of Cardiology in the Smidt Heart Institute, who presented the research at the late-breaking science session. “However, these supplements also did not elevate the risk of atrial fibrillation, which is good news for individuals taking them for other health conditions.”
Past data from observational studies have been conflicting, leaving both patients and clinicians uncertain on recommendations regarding prevention of atrial fibrillation with these supplements.
Read more at: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Christine M. Albert, MD, MPH, presented research during the American Heart Association Scientific Sessions that suggests vitamin D and omega-3 fatty acids found in fish oil do not prevent the development of atrial fibrillation. (Photo Credit: Photo by Cedars-Sinai)
