systematic_review
    2002
    High Quality

    Dietary marine fatty acids (fish oil) for asthma in adults and children

    Thien FC, De Luca S, Woods RK

    Published in Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews

    Methodology

    Cochrane review of RCTs of marine fatty acid supplementation in asthma.

    Key Findings

    There is little consistent evidence that fish oil improves asthma symptoms, lung function or medication use.

    Conclusions

    Fish oil is not an effective treatment for asthma-related chest tightness.

    Limitations

    Older review; small trials with varied doses.

    Supplements Studied

    There is little consistent evidence that fish oil improves asthma symptoms, lung function or medication use.

    Outcomes Measured

    Lung Function

    There is little consistent evidence that fish oil improves asthma symptoms, lung function or medication use.

    Related Health Concerns

    Chest Tightness
    Asthma

    Study Details

    Year:2002
    Sample Size:500
    Quality Score:7/10

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