Most people are familiar with the best things to eat for a healthy heart: vegetables, low-fat dairy, and lean proteins like fish. Some fish like salmon also have the added benefit of being full of ...

Many people take fish oil supplements to protect their heart either as a prescription or over-the-counter medication. However, in recent years researchers have questioned not only whether the ...

Fish oil has been considered heart healthy for decades, with many people choosing to take over-the-counter supplements to reduce their risk for heart disease. Still, research has offered inconsistent ...

Atrial fibrillation is the most common type of abnormal heart rhythm, causing the heart to contract irregularly and, sometimes, too quickly. It is estimated to affect 33 million people worldwide and ...

Taking omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin D3 supplements does not neither increase nor decrease the risk of developing atrial fibrillation, according to late-breaking research presented today at the ...

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New research from the Smidt Heart Institute shows more than 1 gram of fish oil a day can increase risk of atrial fibrillation. Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of ...