Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Weight

Omega-3 fatty acids are healthy fats found in oily fish like salmon and sardines, as well as in flaxseeds and walnuts. They help reduce inflammation in your body and may support weight loss by improving how your body uses fat for energy. Including omega-3-rich foods in your diet can also benefit heart health — an important consideration during weight management.

Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs), primarily eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), exert pleiotropic effects relevant to obesity management. They act as ligands for PPAR-γ and PPAR-α, promoting fatty acid oxidation and inhibiting lipogenesis. Clinical trials suggest omega-3 supplementation (2–4 g/day) may modestly reduce waist circumference and visceral adipose tissue independent of weight loss, while also improving the lipid profile and reducing inflammation in patients with obesity — effects particularly relevant for reducing cardiovascular risk in this population.

Omega-3s support overall metabolic health while you lose weight, helping to protect your heart and reduce the chronic inflammation associated with obesity. Dr. Joseph Wang and the Accord Medical team can advise you on incorporating omega-3-rich foods or supplements into your weight management programme safely and effectively.