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Cardiovascular
Omega-3
“Our prospective study provides evidence for the
beneficial effects of fish and omega-3 fatty acid consumption on the risk of CHD
and total mortality among diabetic women.” *
Hu, F.B. Cardiology Review 2004;21:32-35.
B Vitamins
“...plasma homocysteine
can be reliably lowered 25 to 30 percent with a daily dose of at least 500 micrograms
of folic acid in combination with vitamin B12 and [B6]...” **
Schnyder, G., et al. N Engl J Med
2001;345:1593-1600.
Peer-Reviewed Studies
Omega-3 Fatty Acids
B Vitamins
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*FDA “Qualified Health Claims”
Omega-3 Fatty Acids & Coronary Heart Disease. Consumption of omega-3 fatty acids
may reduce the risk of coronary heart disease. FDA evaluated the above claim and
determined that, although there is scientific evidence supporting the claim, the
evidence is not conclusive. Docket No. 9IN-0103.
** FDA “Qualified Health Claims” B vitamins & Vascular Disease. As part of a
well-balanced diet that is low in saturated fat and cholesterol, Folic Acid, Vitamin
B6 and Vitamin B12 may reduce the risk of vascular disease. FDA evaluated the above
claim and found that, while it is known that diets low in saturated fat and cholesterol
reduce the risk of heart disease and other vascular diseases, the evidence in support
of the above claim is inconclusive. Docket No. 99P-3029.
1 Maradit-Kremers, H., et al. Increased Unrecognized Coronary Heart Disease and
Sudden Deaths in Rheumatoid Arthritis. Arth & Rheum 2005;52(2):402-11.
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