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  • Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) involves chronic intestinal inflammation.
  • Long-chain n-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) possess anti-inflammatory properties.
  • PUFAs are explored as adjunctive therapy for IBD.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the mechanistic and clinical evidence for long-chain n-3 PUFAs in IBD.
  • To assess the role of n-3 PUFAs in IBD pathogenesis and treatment.

Main Methods:

  • Review of mechanistic studies on n-3 PUFA incorporation into cell membranes.
  • Analysis of epidemiological data on n-3 PUFA intake and IBD incidence.
  • Evaluation of intervention trial results for n-3 PUFA supplementation in IBD patients.

Main Results:

  • Mechanistically, n-3 PUFAs reduce inflammation by modulating signaling pathways (PPAR-γ, FFAR4) and lipid mediators.
  • N-3 PUFAs enhance gut microbiome diversity, increase beneficial bacteria, and improve intestinal barrier function.
  • Epidemiological studies suggest n-3 PUFAs may reduce IBD incidence, but clinical trials show limited efficacy in preventing relapse.

Conclusions:

  • Adequate dietary intake of n-3 PUFAs may support IBD remission maintenance.
  • Supplementation with n-3 PUFAs has shown minimal benefit in preventing IBD relapse.
  • Further research may clarify optimal strategies for utilizing n-3 PUFAs in IBD management.