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Sahar Golabi1, Tahereh Robahat2, Nastaran Madjdinasab3
1Department of Medical Physiology, School of Medicine Abadan University of Medical Sciences Abadan Iran.
Food Science & Nutrition
|September 4, 2025
Summary
Omega-3 fatty acid supplementation did not significantly impact brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), C-reactive protein (hs-CRP), fatigue, or physical activity in multiple sclerosis (MS) patients. A potential gender-specific anti-inflammatory effect of omega-3s warrants further research.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience and Neurology
- Nutritional Science
- Immunology
Background:
- Omega-3 fatty acids are known for their neuroprotective properties.
- Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic neurological disease characterized by inflammation and neurodegeneration.
- Understanding the impact of nutritional interventions like omega-3 supplementation is crucial for managing MS symptoms.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the effect of omega-3 fatty acid supplementation on serum levels of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) and high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP) in MS patients.
- To assess the influence of omega-3 supplementation on physical activity and chronic fatigue in individuals with MS.
- To explore potential gender-specific responses to omega-3 supplementation in MS.
Main Methods:
- A 12-week, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial involving 68 MS patients.
- Intervention group received 1000 mg omega-3 fatty acid soft gels twice daily; control group received paraffin soft gels.
- Serum BDNF and hs-CRP levels, physical activity, and chronic fatigue were measured before and after the intervention.
Main Results:
- Both groups showed significant increases in BDNF levels post-intervention, with no significant difference between groups.
- Omega-3 supplementation did not significantly alter serum BDNF or hs-CRP levels compared to placebo.
- No significant differences in physical activity or chronic fatigue were observed between the omega-3 and placebo groups.
Conclusions:
- Omega-3 fatty acid supplementation demonstrated no significant effect on BDNF, hs-CRP, fatigue, or physical activity in MS patients.
- A notable increase in hs-CRP changes was observed in female patients compared to males, suggesting a potential gender-specific anti-inflammatory effect.
- Further research is warranted to explore the sex-related anti-inflammatory mechanisms of omega-3 fatty acids in the context of MS.
Keywords:
brain‐derived neurotrophic factorclinical trialhigh‐sensitivity C‐reactive proteinmultiple sclerosisomega‐3 fatty acidsplaceboMore Related Videos
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