Complementary therapies, herbs, and other OTC agents: Omega-3 Journal Article


Author: Cassileth, B.
Article Title: Complementary therapies, herbs, and other OTC agents: Omega-3
Abstract: Omega-3 fatty acids are essential compounds involved in several important physiologic processes. They are not synthesized in the body but can be obtained through diet or by taking dietary supplements. Fatty fish and nuts are excellent sources of omega-3.
Keywords: nausea; diet supplementation; depression; cystic fibrosis; cognition; low density lipoprotein cholesterol; triacylglycerol; rheumatoid arthritis; systemic lupus erythematosus; omega 3 fatty acid; alpha tocopherol; fish; elderly care; beta carotene; antithrombocytic agent; neuroprotection; anticoagulant agent; docosahexaenoic acid; icosapentaenoic acid; linoleic acid; loose feces; nut
Journal Title: Oncology (Norwalk)
Volume: 24
Issue: 1
ISSN: 0890-9091
Publisher: C M P Medica LLC * The Oncology Group  
Date Published: 2010-01-01
Language: English
PROVIDER: scopus
PUBMED: 20187330
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Notes: --- - "Export Date: 20 April 2011" - "CODEN: OCLGE" - "Source: Scopus"
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  1. Barrie R Cassileth
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