Omega-3 Fatty Acids in the Prevention of Cardiovascular Diseases: Still Relevant?
Background: Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) remain the leading cause of mortality worldwide, responsible for an estimated 17.9 million deaths annually. Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) - principally eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) derived from marine sources, and alpha-linolenic aci...