Contrary to previous studies, giving patients with lung problems omega-3 fatty acids and “antioxidants”appears to do more harm than good, researchers reported Wednesday. A study involving 272 adults who were being treated at 44 hospitals for acute lung problems failed to find any benefits and even indicated the treatment may worsen patients’ condition. Read full article >>
Stories Related to Omega-3’s And Other ‘antioxidants’ May Do More Harm For Lung Patients, Study Finds
Rob Stein, Washington Post
Wed, 10/05/2011 - 6:00am
Sections: living
Topics: antioxidants fatty acids health lung omega-3 study
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