Does high-dose omega-3 fight atrophy? (5g/day) | Dr. Chris McGlory

In a study led by Dr. Chris McGlory, young women were given 5 grams of omega-3 fatty acids daily for four weeks before wearing a leg brace for two weeks to simulate immobilization. The results showed that the omega-3s significantly reduced muscle loss. This muscle-protective effect is thought to arise from omega-3s' ability to enhance muscle protein synthesis by improving the body's responsiveness to amino acids, with anti-inflammatory properties potentially contributing as well. These benefits may be particularly important for older adults who are susceptible to muscle wasting during periods of inactivity or immobilization. In this clip, Dr. McGlory discusses the potential of omega-3 fatty acids to protect against muscle loss during periods of immobilization or inactivity.
Interview published on Jul 3, 2023
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[@KJSvitko]

Hospitals, doctors offices and schools should be places where good nutrition is taught and provided not places that contribute to disease and obesity. It is crazy the hospitals are feeding people the very food that caused the heart disease, high blood pressure or cancer that they are treating. Every person in the hospital should receive some nutrition education before being released. Every doctor visit should be an opportunity to educate patients about how food choices impacts their health outcomes. The fact that doctors do not get nutrition training as part of their training makes no sense. Medicare and Medicaid should require nutrition education as part of patient care. Focus should be on food choices. Fasting should be investigated as a treatment for disease.

[@BlakeAndrewz]

It's sadly about money so it's up to use to take responsibility.

[@electricescape1190]

Can it rebuild atrophied muscle or just slow down atrophy?

[@garyknight8616]

Great video. Love the short format. Thank you.

[@billytheweasel]

Thanks Rhonda... the best.