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Recently, you may have seen headlines suggesting that omega-3 or fish oil supplements “cause heart problems.” Understandably, that sounds alarming. Omega-3s have been promoted for decades for heart, brain, joint, and inflammatory health, so hearing that they may increase heart risk can feel confusing. The truth is more nuanced. The concern is not that omega-3s suddenly “damage the heart.” The main issue being discussed in recent research is a possible increased risk of at …

Omega-3 fatty acids are some of the most important fats for overall health, yet many people do not consume enough of them through diet alone. This is especially true for people who rarely eat fatty fish, follow a highly processed diet, avoid seafood, or consume a lot of omega-6-rich vegetable oils without balancing them with enough omega-3s. Omega-3s are considered essential fats, meaning the body needs them but cannot make enough on its own. They must come from food or supplementation. The thre …