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    2014
    High Quality

    Fish and fatty acid consumption and the risk of hearing loss in women

    Curhan SG, Eavey RD, Wang M, Rimm EB, Curhan GC

    Published in American Journal of Clinical Nutrition

    Key Findings

    Highest quintile of long-chain omega-3 intake was associated with 15% lower risk of hearing loss over 18 years of follow-up.

    Conclusions

    Regular fish consumption and higher omega-3 intake are associated with lower risk of hearing loss in women.

    Supplements Studied

    In comparison with women in the lowest quintile of intake of long-chain omega-3 PUFAs, the multivariable-adjusted RR for hearing loss among women in the highest quintile was 0.85 (95% CI: 0.80, 0.91).

    Related Health Concerns

    Hearing Loss

    Study Details

    Year:2014
    Sample Size:65,215
    Quality Score:7/10

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