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Overview
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Questionable
Based on 16 Researches
6.6
USERS' SCORE
Moderately Good
Based on 20 Reviews
7.9
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 Softgel
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Calories
15
Total Fat
1.5 g
2%**
Cholesterol
5 mg
2%
Total Omega 3 Polyunsaturates† providing: EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) DHA (docosahexaenoic acid)
950 mg 504 mg378 mg
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Top Medical Research Studies
7
We examined the effects of omega-3 supplementation on rheumatoid arthritis through a meta-analysis of 18 randomized controlled trials involving over 1,000 patients.
Our findings showed that omega-3 increased beneficial fatty acids and decreased triglyceride levels and tender joint counts.
However, while there were some reductions in inflammation markers, these changes weren't statistically significant, suggesting that omega-3 might not drastically alter disease activity overall.
Our findings showed that omega-3 increased beneficial fatty acids and decreased triglyceride levels and tender joint counts.
However, while there were some reductions in inflammation markers, these changes weren't statistically significant, suggesting that omega-3 might not drastically alter disease activity overall.
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We conducted a systematic review of randomized placebo-controlled trials to investigate whether omega-3 fatty acids can benefit those with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Our analysis of 23 studies found that while there were some signs of reduced pain and fewer tender and swollen joints, the effects were minimal and not clinically significant.
Additionally, we noted a small reduction in the intake of NSAIDs and c-reactive protein levels, but overall, the evidence quality was low. Thus, omega-3 supplementation appears to have limited effectiveness in managing RA symptoms.
Additionally, we noted a small reduction in the intake of NSAIDs and c-reactive protein levels, but overall, the evidence quality was low. Thus, omega-3 supplementation appears to have limited effectiveness in managing RA symptoms.
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8
We examined the effects of omega-3 fatty acids on autoimmune diseases through a comprehensive review and a Mendelian randomization analysis. Our findings suggest that omega-3 fatty acids can help reduce disease activity and lower inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE).
However, while the evidence is promising for RA, there was no consistent proof of omega-3s aiding other autoimmune conditions. Overall, further research is needed to build on our understanding of omega-3 fatty acids across various autoimmune diseases.
However, while the evidence is promising for RA, there was no consistent proof of omega-3s aiding other autoimmune conditions. Overall, further research is needed to build on our understanding of omega-3 fatty acids across various autoimmune diseases.
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Most Useful Reviews
9
Vitamin D increase
3 people found this helpful
This is a splendid product! My rheumatologist first prescribed this omega for my rheumatoid arthritis. Initially, my vitamin D level was just 17 ng/ml, but after consuming an entire bottle of vitamin D3, it rose to 40. Now, I take one capsule every morning starting in the autumn. I highly recommend this brand!
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9
Boosts immune system
Solgar's Omega-3 is exceptional! It helps maintain joint health, combats bone loss, and relieves joint pain, especially in rheumatoid arthritis. Omega-3 also strengthens the immune system and improves blood vessel health by reducing cholesterol, ultimately enhancing overall health.
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9
Reduces stiffness
Excellent product! Omega-3 derived from fish oil helps prevent osteoporosis by blocking bone loss and counters inflammation. It relieves joint pain associated with rheumatoid arthritis and can reduce the use of NSAIDs, which often cause gastrointestinal discomfort, enhancing mobility and decreasing pain.
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Medical Researches
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Questionable
Based on 16 Researches
6.6
- All Researches
8
We examined the effects of omega-3 fatty acids on autoimmune diseases through a comprehensive review and a Mendelian randomization analysis. Our findings suggest that omega-3 fatty acids can help reduce disease activity and lower inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE).
However, while the evidence is promising for RA, there was no consistent proof of omega-3s aiding other autoimmune conditions. Overall, further research is needed to build on our understanding of omega-3 fatty acids across various autoimmune diseases.
However, while the evidence is promising for RA, there was no consistent proof of omega-3s aiding other autoimmune conditions. Overall, further research is needed to build on our understanding of omega-3 fatty acids across various autoimmune diseases.
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8
Promising therapy for rheumatoid arthritis
We explored the impact of a lipid mediator derived from docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) on rheumatoid arthritis. In our study, the mediator showed promise in reducing inflammation in mice with collagen antibody-induced arthritis.
This treatment significantly decreased joint swelling and improved overall arthritis symptoms. Additionally, it lowered levels of harmful cytokines in the serum and boosted protective cytokines.
Our findings suggest that this lipid mediator could be a beneficial addition to rheumatoid arthritis therapy, potentially alleviating symptoms and repairing joint damage.
This treatment significantly decreased joint swelling and improved overall arthritis symptoms. Additionally, it lowered levels of harmful cytokines in the serum and boosted protective cytokines.
Our findings suggest that this lipid mediator could be a beneficial addition to rheumatoid arthritis therapy, potentially alleviating symptoms and repairing joint damage.
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8
This study focused on how omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids might influence disease activity in patients with early rheumatoid arthritis (RA). We examined the serum profiles of 669 patients and identified distinct fatty acid patterns.
Our findings revealed that a higher presence of omega-3 fatty acids was linked to lower disease activity after six months. Similarly, an omega-6 profile also showed reduced disease activity. These results suggest that incorporating these fatty acids could beneficially impact RA management.
Our findings revealed that a higher presence of omega-3 fatty acids was linked to lower disease activity after six months. Similarly, an omega-6 profile also showed reduced disease activity. These results suggest that incorporating these fatty acids could beneficially impact RA management.
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8
We examined the potential benefits of omega-3 fatty acids on rheumatoid arthritis (RA) through a systematic review of 71 studies. Our findings suggest that a diet rich in these fatty acids may help reduce pain and disease activity in RA patients.
Consuming fish, a primary source of omega-3s, could also lower the incidence of RA. Given their anti-inflammatory properties, we believe that integrating omega-3s into treatment plans, alongside standard medications, could significantly enhance the quality of life for those living with RA.
Consuming fish, a primary source of omega-3s, could also lower the incidence of RA. Given their anti-inflammatory properties, we believe that integrating omega-3s into treatment plans, alongside standard medications, could significantly enhance the quality of life for those living with RA.
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8
We explored the impact of omega-3 fatty acids on pain relief in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients treated with Janus kinase inhibitors (JAKi).
By analyzing lipid levels, we found that those on JAKi showed a significant increase in omega-3 fatty acids and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA).
Notably, 66.7% of these patients reported manageable pain after 24 weeks, and the reduction in pain correlated with the rise in DHA levels. This suggests that omega-3 fatty acids may play a key role in enhancing the pain-relief benefits of JAKi treatment.
By analyzing lipid levels, we found that those on JAKi showed a significant increase in omega-3 fatty acids and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA).
Notably, 66.7% of these patients reported manageable pain after 24 weeks, and the reduction in pain correlated with the rise in DHA levels. This suggests that omega-3 fatty acids may play a key role in enhancing the pain-relief benefits of JAKi treatment.
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User Reviews
USERS' SCORE
Moderately Good
Based on 20 Reviews
7.9
- All Reviews
- Positive Reviews
- Negative Reviews
9
Vitamin D increase
3 people found this helpful
This is a splendid product! My rheumatologist first prescribed this omega for my rheumatoid arthritis. Initially, my vitamin D level was just 17 ng/ml, but after consuming an entire bottle of vitamin D3, it rose to 40. Now, I take one capsule every morning starting in the autumn. I highly recommend this brand!
Read More
9
Boosts immune system
Solgar's Omega-3 is exceptional! It helps maintain joint health, combats bone loss, and relieves joint pain, especially in rheumatoid arthritis. Omega-3 also strengthens the immune system and improves blood vessel health by reducing cholesterol, ultimately enhancing overall health.
Read More
9
Reduces stiffness
Excellent product! Omega-3 derived from fish oil helps prevent osteoporosis by blocking bone loss and counters inflammation. It relieves joint pain associated with rheumatoid arthritis and can reduce the use of NSAIDs, which often cause gastrointestinal discomfort, enhancing mobility and decreasing pain.
Read More
9
Dry eyes relief
Excellent for joint and eye health. I suffer from dry eyes due to rheumatoid arthritis, and these capsules truly help. I take two daily, and they also assist in the absorption of other vitamins I take, such as curcumin.
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7.5
Joint pain relief
89 people found this helpful
Omega-3s support joint health, prevent osteoporosis, and fatty acids alleviate inflammation and combat bone loss. They also ease joint pain, help mitigate the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis, and slow the deterioration of articular cartilage in the case of arthrosis, which is crucial for me.
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Frequently Asked Questions
7.5
Good for joints
I've been taking Omega-3s for two years; they support joint health, prevent osteoporosis, and alleviate inflammation and bone loss. They ease joint pain and help reduce symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis while slowing the destruction of cartilage in arthrosis.
7.5
Supports joint health
Omega-3 from a reputable brand. The product is of high quality. One large capsule contains 950 mg of omega. I take one daily before meals. Each bank lasts for around three months, and I take courses of three months twice a year. Omega-3 fatty acids prevent osteoporosis, maintain joint health, and relieve pain during flare-ups. These fatty acids assist in combating bone loss, reduce inflammation, alleviate rheumatoid arthritis symptoms, and slow cartilage destruction during arthrosis. Given my age, omega has proven invaluable.
9
Vitamin D increase
3 people found this helpful
This is a splendid product! My rheumatologist first prescribed this omega for my rheumatoid arthritis. Initially, my vitamin D level was just 17 ng/ml, but after consuming an entire bottle of vitamin D3, it rose to 40. Now, I take one capsule every morning starting in the autumn. I highly recommend this brand!
7.5
Pain relief noted
Omega-3 fatty acids contribute to preventing osteoporosis, maintaining joint health, and relieving pain during exacerbations. They combat bone loss, alleviate inflammation, and help reduce symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis while slowing the destruction of articular cartilage in arthrosis.
9
Reduces stiffness
Excellent product! Omega-3 derived from fish oil helps prevent osteoporosis by blocking bone loss and counters inflammation. It relieves joint pain associated with rheumatoid arthritis and can reduce the use of NSAIDs, which often cause gastrointestinal discomfort, enhancing mobility and decreasing pain.
7.5
Pain during flare-ups
Omega-3 fatty acids effectively help in the prevention of osteoporosis while supporting joint health and relieving pain during flare-ups. They combat bone loss, reduce inflammation, assist in alleviating the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis, and control the degradation of cartilage during arthrosis.
9
Dry eyes relief
Excellent for joint and eye health. I suffer from dry eyes due to rheumatoid arthritis, and these capsules truly help. I take two daily, and they also assist in the absorption of other vitamins I take, such as curcumin.
8
We examined the effects of omega-3 fatty acids on autoimmune diseases through a comprehensive review and a Mendelian randomization analysis. Our findings suggest that omega-3 fatty acids can help reduce disease activity and lower inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE).
However, while the evidence is promising for RA, there was no consistent proof of omega-3s aiding other autoimmune conditions. Overall, further research is needed to build on our understanding of omega-3 fatty acids across various autoimmune diseases.
However, while the evidence is promising for RA, there was no consistent proof of omega-3s aiding other autoimmune conditions. Overall, further research is needed to build on our understanding of omega-3 fatty acids across various autoimmune diseases.
7
Omega-3 improves rheumatoid arthritis symptoms
We examined how oral supplementation with polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs), particularly omega-3 from animal sources, affects rheumatoid arthritis (RA) symptoms.
The study involved 30 randomized controlled trials with 1,420 participants, revealing that patients taking over 2 grams of omega-3 daily experienced improvements in pain, joint swelling, and overall disease activity.
While omega-3 showed more significant benefits compared to vegetable sources, it’s essential to note that not all inflammatory rheumatic diseases responded the same way.
The study involved 30 randomized controlled trials with 1,420 participants, revealing that patients taking over 2 grams of omega-3 daily experienced improvements in pain, joint swelling, and overall disease activity.
While omega-3 showed more significant benefits compared to vegetable sources, it’s essential to note that not all inflammatory rheumatic diseases responded the same way.
7
We aimed to uncover how dietary factors, particularly omega 3-rich oily fish, influence the risk of rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Using a robust Mendelian randomization analysis, we assessed data from large genome-wide studies.
Our findings indicated that higher intake of oily fish is associated with a lower risk of RA, along with cereal consumption. However, we didn't find significant protective effects from other dietary factors. This suggests that RA patients and those at higher risk may benefit from dietary adjustments, especially with increased oily fish intake.
Our findings indicated that higher intake of oily fish is associated with a lower risk of RA, along with cereal consumption. However, we didn't find significant protective effects from other dietary factors. This suggests that RA patients and those at higher risk may benefit from dietary adjustments, especially with increased oily fish intake.
5
We explored how diets rich in omega-3 fatty acids, including fish oil and a novel plant source, affect rheumatoid arthritis in an experimental model.
While these diets didn’t stop arthritis from developing, we observed a notable reduction in ankle swelling in those consuming omega-3s compared to the control group. Additionally, the production of pro-inflammatory platelet particles decreased with omega-3 intake.
Our findings hint that both fish oil and the plant-derived oil may provide some anti-inflammatory benefits in managing RA.
While these diets didn’t stop arthritis from developing, we observed a notable reduction in ankle swelling in those consuming omega-3s compared to the control group. Additionally, the production of pro-inflammatory platelet particles decreased with omega-3 intake.
Our findings hint that both fish oil and the plant-derived oil may provide some anti-inflammatory benefits in managing RA.
We conducted a systematic review of randomized placebo-controlled trials to investigate whether omega-3 fatty acids can benefit those with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Our analysis of 23 studies found that while there were some signs of reduced pain and fewer tender and swollen joints, the effects were minimal and not clinically significant.
Additionally, we noted a small reduction in the intake of NSAIDs and c-reactive protein levels, but overall, the evidence quality was low. Thus, omega-3 supplementation appears to have limited effectiveness in managing RA symptoms.
Additionally, we noted a small reduction in the intake of NSAIDs and c-reactive protein levels, but overall, the evidence quality was low. Thus, omega-3 supplementation appears to have limited effectiveness in managing RA symptoms.
7
Fish oil supplements elevate mediators
We examined how over-the-counter fish oil supplements impact specialized pro-resolving mediators in individuals with and without rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Out of 104 participants, those taking fish oil displayed higher levels of beneficial fatty acids and their derivatives, regardless of their arthritis status.
This suggests that while fish oil may enhance certain mediators in the body, it does not necessarily lead to significant improvements specifically in RA-related inflammation. Interestingly, both RA and non-RA patients experienced similar benefits from supplementation.
This suggests that while fish oil may enhance certain mediators in the body, it does not necessarily lead to significant improvements specifically in RA-related inflammation. Interestingly, both RA and non-RA patients experienced similar benefits from supplementation.
7
We examined the effects of omega-3 supplementation on rheumatoid arthritis through a meta-analysis of 18 randomized controlled trials involving over 1,000 patients.
Our findings showed that omega-3 increased beneficial fatty acids and decreased triglyceride levels and tender joint counts.
However, while there were some reductions in inflammation markers, these changes weren't statistically significant, suggesting that omega-3 might not drastically alter disease activity overall.
Our findings showed that omega-3 increased beneficial fatty acids and decreased triglyceride levels and tender joint counts.
However, while there were some reductions in inflammation markers, these changes weren't statistically significant, suggesting that omega-3 might not drastically alter disease activity overall.
7
We assessed the relationship between omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acid intake and rheumatoid arthritis (RA) risk using data from over 50,000 participants in the NHANES study from 1999 to 2020.
By examining dietary recalls and questionnaire responses, we found a notable negative correlation. Specifically, higher intake of both n-3 and n-6 fatty acids was associated with lower odds of developing RA.
This suggests that including these fatty acids in our diet could potentially benefit those at risk for rheumatoid arthritis.
By examining dietary recalls and questionnaire responses, we found a notable negative correlation. Specifically, higher intake of both n-3 and n-6 fatty acids was associated with lower odds of developing RA.
This suggests that including these fatty acids in our diet could potentially benefit those at risk for rheumatoid arthritis.
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- Hong K, Hun M, Wu F, Mao J, Wang Y, et al. Association between Omega-3 fatty acids and autoimmune disease: Evidence from the umbrella review and Mendelian randomization analysis. Autoimmun Rev. 2024;23:103651. 10.1016/j.autrev.2024.103651
- Wang W, Xu Y, Zhou J, Zang Y. Effects of omega-3 supplementation on lipid metabolism, inflammation, and disease activity in rheumatoid arthritis: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Clin Rheumatol. 2024;43:2479. 10.1007/s10067-024-07040-0
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