The Change Mariner: Fish Oils 'Help Cancer Patients'

September 13, 2003

Fish Oils 'Help Cancer Patients'

Fish oil supplements could dramatically improve the lives of some cancer patients, according to a study.
British researchers say fish oils may prevent cachexia - the severe wasting and weight loss associated with some types of advanced cancer.

It can cause illness and contribute to the death of these patients because of its effects on metabolism and appetite.

Writing in the journal Gut, the researchers said fish oil supplements may be able to reverse the weight loss.

Posted by Timothy Fredel at September 13, 2003 10:53 PM
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