Oral Omega-3 Supplementation Lowers Intraocular Pressure in Normotensive Adults
Downie LE, Vingrys AJ
Published in Translational Vision Science and Technology
Methodology
Randomized double-masked placebo-controlled parallel trial of oral omega-3 supplementation on intraocular pressure and ocular surface parameters in normotensive adults
Key Findings
Omega-3 supplementation significantly reduced intraocular pressure relative to placebo alongside improvements in ocular surface parameters
Conclusions
Oral omega-3 lowers intraocular pressure in normotensive adults, suggesting a potential preventive role in glaucoma risk
Limitations
Conducted in non-glaucomatous participants; single centre; limited generalisability to established disease
Supplements Studied
Elevated intraocular pressure (IOP) is the major modifiable risk factor for the sight-threatening disease glaucoma.
Related Health Concerns
Study Details
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Disclosures
Funding
University of Melbourne related support
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