Disease processCochrane review conclusions
AsthmaLittle evidence to recommend persons with asthma modify intake of omega-3 fatty acids15
Cancer cachexiaInsufficient data16
ClaudicationOmega-3 has limited benefit in persons with intermittent claudication, but no evidence of consistent improved clinical outcomes17
Coronary heart diseaseNo clear effect of omega-3 fatty acid consumption on cardiovascular events in persons with, or at high risk of, cardiovascular disease18
Crohn diseaseInsufficient data to recommend routine use of omega-3 supplements for maintenance of remission19
Cystic fibrosisRegular omega-3 supplements may provide some benefits for persons with cystic fibrosis20
DementiaMay be a protective effect of omega-3 fatty acids against dementia21
Diabetes (type 2)Omega-3 supplementation lowers triglyceride and very-low-density lipoprotein levels in patients with diabetes, but may raise low-density lipoprotein levels; no effect on glycemic control or fasting insulin22
Kidney transplant recipientsInsufficient evidence to recommend fish oil therapy23
SchizophreniaInconclusive results; use of omega-3 remains experimental24
Ulcerative colitisNo evidence to support omega-3 fatty acids in maintenance of remission25