The Omega-3 Connection: Science, Research, and Public Perception

In this episode, Dr. Bill Harris returns to explore new research on omega-3s and their impact on cardiovascular health. He discusses key study findings, the role of data in research, and how the media influences public understanding of clinical results. Dr. Harris also provides insights into the potential consequences of misinterpreting scientific studies and offers practical advice for those looking to better understand the benefits of omega-3s.Main findings of the Chen et al. study (1:52)Comparison to previous research (5:13)Media focus and its impact on public perception of clinical studies (6:45)Positive outcomes of the Chen et al. study (7:55)The importance of considering all data (8:39)Role of UK Biobank data in omega-3 research (10:37)Self-reported data vs. blood levels in research (14:32)Explanation of hazard ratios (16:40)Consequences of misreporting scientific studies (20:20)Resources (21:55)New research on omega-3 blood levels and CHF risk (23:30)Resources:https://omegaquant.com/https://www.faresinst.org/

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Omega-3s are popular and among the most researched nutrients on the planet, but do you know what they are or what they do? Most people don’t. We engage experts from around the globe to tell their stories of intrigue and discovery and translate science into news you can use. From how-to’s to health benefits, from personalized testing to public health, our interview style podcast dedicated to understanding omega-3 nutrition from Wiley Companies will leave you informed and – caution – it may even cause improvement to your health.