Antarctic krill oil aids cholesterolAntarctic Krill Oil Supplementation Attenuates Hypercholesterolemia, Fatty Liver, and Oxidative Stress in Diet-Induced Obese Mice.
We aimed to understand how Antarctic krill oil (ESKO) affects cholesterol levels, particularly in relation to obesity. Through our study involving mice, we observed that ESKO helped reduce oxidative stress and improve cholesterol metabolism.
While a high-fat diet usually worsens cholesterol levels, ESKO demonstrated a protective effect by reducing fat accumulation and promoting better metabolic health. This suggests that krill oil could be a promising option for managing high cholesterol and obesity-related issues.
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CA-rich fish oils lower cholesterolEffects of diets containing fish oils or fish oil concentrates with high cetoleic acid content on the circulating cholesterol concentration in rodents. A systematic review and meta-analysis.
We investigated whether cetoleic acid (CA), a healthy fat found in certain fish, can help lower cholesterol levels in rodents. Our systematic review included 12 studies, assessing how CA-rich fish oils influenced total cholesterol compared to regular diets.
The results showed a significant reduction in cholesterol levels in rodents that consumed CA-rich oils. However, it’s important to note that the risk of bias in the studies varied, making our conclusions tentative. Overall, these findings suggest CA-rich fish oils could play a beneficial role in heart health, but further research in humans is needed.
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Scallop oil significantly reduces cholesterolComparison of the Cholesterol-Lowering Effect of Scallop Oil Prepared from the Internal Organs of the Japanese Giant Scallop (Patinopecten yessoensis), Fish Oil, and Krill Oil in Obese Type II Diabetic KK-A Mice.
We investigated how different oils, including newly produced scallop oil, fish oil, and krill oil, impact cholesterol levels in obese type II diabetic mice. Our study involved feeding these groups various high-fat diets for 42 days.
Remarkably, the scallop oil group showed a significant reduction in cholesterol levels in both serum and liver, while the fish oil and krill oil groups did not exhibit such benefits. The findings suggest that scallop oil might be a promising option for managing cholesterol and preventing related health issues.
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Omega-3 effective for heart riskThe case for adding eicosapentaenoic acid (icosapent ethyl) to the ABCs of cardiovascular disease prevention.
We examined the role of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), specifically icosapent ethyl, in reducing cardiovascular disease risks. Approved by the FDA, this omega-3 treatment showed a notable 25% reduction in major heart events for high-risk patients. These patients already had controlled cholesterol but elevated triglyceride levels.
Importantly, while EPA proved effective, mixed omega-3 products lacking substantial evidence for heart health did not provide the same benefits. We believe adding EPA-only formulations to cardiovascular prevention guidelines is essential for at-risk individuals.
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8-HEPE benefits cholesterol management8-HEPE-Concentrated Materials from Pacific Krill Improve Plasma Cholesterol Levels and Hepatic Steatosis in High Cholesterol Diet-Fed Low-Density Lipoprotein (LDL) Receptor-Deficient Mice.
We explored how 8-hydroxyeicosapentaenoic acid (8-HEPE), derived from Pacific krill, could improve cholesterol levels in mice commonly used for dyslipidemia studies.
Over eighteen weeks, mice on a high-cholesterol diet receiving 8-HEPE showed significantly higher levels of good HDL cholesterol, alongside lower levels of bad LDL cholesterol and liver triglycerides.
This suggests that 8-HEPE may enhance lipid profiles and liver health by influencing certain genes in macrophages. While promising, further research is needed to confirm these benefits in humans.
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