Eating fish and plants rich in omega-3 fats may help lower your risk of heart disease by helping to reduce inflammation, irregular heartbeats, and bad cholesterol.

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Effects of dietary fats versus carbohydrates on coronary heart disease: A review of the evidence

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2005 Nov

This study says eating healthy fats from fish and plants, along with whole grains and avoiding junk food, helps lower heart disease risk—which matches what the claim says about omega-3 fats helping the heart.

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Effects of dietary fats versus carbohydrates on coronary heart disease: A review of the evidence

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DOI: 10.1007/S11883-005-0060-Y

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