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Examining the Influence of Omega-3 Fatty Acids on Performance, Recovery, and Injury Management for Health
Melissa Rittenhouse1,2, Saachi Khurana1,2, Stephen Scholl1
1Department of Military and Emergency Medicine, F. Edward Hébert School of Medicine, Uniformed Services University, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA.
Nutrients
|January 25, 2025
Summary
Omega-3 fatty acids show potential for military service members
Area of Science:
- Nutritional Science
- Military Health
- Sports Medicine
Background:
- Omega-3 fatty acids (n-3) are known for anti-inflammatory and brain health benefits.
- Military service members (SMs) face unique physical and mental demands.
- n-3 is being investigated for its potential to support SMs' resilience and performance.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review the evidence on omega-3 fatty acids (n-3) for military service members.
- To evaluate n-3's impact on physical and mental resilience and performance.
- To identify research gaps in n-3 supplementation for SMs.
Main Methods:
- Systematic review conducted following PRISMA guidelines.
- Included studies assessed n-3 status or interventions from 2006-2024.
- Screened 1606 articles, with 61 studies included in the final review.
Main Results:
- Evidence suggests n-3 benefits cardiopulmonary function, exercise recovery, and cognitive function in SMs.
- Other areas explored include injury recovery and strength/power.
- Promising benefits were observed, particularly in cardiopulmonary and cognitive functions.
Conclusions:
- Current research on n-3 for SMs is promising but inconclusive and inconsistent.
- Further research is required to establish optimal n-3 status, dosage, and types for performance outcomes.
- Evidence-based n-3 guidelines are needed for SMs.
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