Omega 3 Supplements for Diabetes: Benefits & Risks

Here’s a breakdown of the key facts from the⁢ provided text:

* Omega-3 Supplements & Diabetes: A‍ British medical Journal analysis⁢ of over 80 studies found no evidence that omega-3 supplements benefit diabetes ⁤diagnosis or sugar metabolism.
* Better Source: Diabetes UK recommends ‍getting omega-3⁤ thru fatty fish as part of a healthy diet, rather than supplements.
* type 2 Diabetes: ‍Around 90% of people with diabetes have type 2, where the pancreas doesn’t⁣ produce enough insulin or the body doesn’t react to it properly.
* Risk Factors: Overweight,⁤ obesity, and family history are major risk factors for type 2 diabetes.
* Study Conclusion: Researchers concluded omega-3 oil had little to no effect, regardless of⁤ how long participants took it.
* Cost: The ⁤article also touches on the expense of omega-3 supplements (indicated by the “expensive things” heading ⁣and accompanying image).