Omega-3 Uses

Studies suggest that omega-3 fatty acids may be helpful in treating a variety of conditions. The evidence is strongest for heart disease and problems that contribute to heart disease, but the range of possible uses for omega-3 fatty acids include:

High Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, Heart Disease, Stroke, Diabetes, Weight Loss,
Arthritis, Osteoporosis, Depression, Schizophrenia, Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Eating Disorders, Burns, Skin Disorders, Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), Asthma, Macular Degeneration, Menstrual Pain, Colon Cancer, Breast Cancer,
Prostate Cancer.

Other
Although further research is needed, preliminary evidence suggests that omega-3 fatty acids may also prove helpful in protecting against certain infections and treating a variety of conditions including ulcers, migraine headaches, preterm labor, emphysema, psoriasis, glaucoma, Lyme disease, lupus, and panic attacks.