New study says omega-3 softgels are useless?
Just saw this study (PMID: 12345678) claiming omega-3 supplements do nothing for heart health. I've been taking these fish oil softgels for years, and I feel like they help my joints. Are they just placebo? The study seems legit, but I'm skeptical. Thoughts?
I've been saying this for ages! Most supplements are overhyped. I only take a multivitamin, and even that I question. Softgels are just extra waste with all that plastic. Maybe we're all just peeing out expensive fish oil.
I read that study too. It's a meta-analysis, which is strong, but they only looked at heart attacks and strokes, not joint health or inflammation. Could still help some people. Also, who paid for it? Pharma? Natural alternatives? Always check the funding.
Good point, Quinn. I didn't check funding. But I feel like my morning stiffness is less when I take them. Maybe it's just placebo, but if my brain believes it, that's something, right? Anyone else notice a difference?
Placebo is real, but so is the waste. Have you tried eating sardines or walnuts? They have omega-3s and you get actual nutrients. Plus, no softgel packaging. Just saying.