The Claim
Omega-3 fatty acid supplementation at a median dose of 2.85 g/day for 12 months reduces liver fat content in adults with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease or nonalcoholic steatohepatitis, as measured by ultrasound, magnetic resonance spectroscopy, or liver biopsy.
What the research says
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Taking omega-3 fatty acid supplements at 2.85 grams per day for one year reduces liver fat in adults diagnosed with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease or nonalcoholic steatohepatitis, as confirmed by ultrasound, magnetic resonance spectroscopy, or liver biopsy.
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Omega-3 fatty acid supplementation at a median dose of 2.85 g/day for 12 months significantly reduces liver fat content in adults with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease or nonalcoholic steatohepatitis, as measured by ultrasound, magnetic resonance spectroscopy, or liver biopsy, suggesting a potential role in managing hepatic steatosis.
Omega-3 fatty acids enter liver cells and turn on genes that break down fats for energy, while turning off genes that make new fats. This causes the liver to burn more fat and make less fat, reducing the overall fat buildup.
What the research says
1 studyStudy: Effects of Omega-3 Fatty Acid in Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease: A Meta-Analysis
Taking omega-3 supplements for a year helped reduce excess fat in the liver of people with fatty liver disease, according to a review of 10 studies. This suggests omega-3s could be a helpful treatment.
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