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Thanks! I don't have CHD but do have PVC's (60,000 on a 48 hr monitor). Should I be concerned with it possibly having an adverse effect on the PVC's? Would it be of any LDL benefit? Thanks for your time, I really appreciate this service!
Great question! I'm anxious for the response from the Cleveland Clinic. I'm taking Lovasa (formally Omacor) at my doctor's strong recommendation. I'll be interested in hearing about alternatives.
Omega 3 and DHA are what's recommended:
Bellow is a summary of recommendations for FA consumption, notice that patients without documented CHD should consume those fatty acid as fish in their diet:
1. Patients without documented coronary heart disease should eat a variety of (preferably fatty) fish at least twice a week. Include oils and foods rich in alpha-linolenic acid (flaxseed, canola and soybean oils; flaxseed and walnuts).
2. Patients with documented CHD should consume about 1 g of EPA+DHA per day, preferably from fatty fish. EPA+DHA in capsule form could be considered in consultation with the physician.
3. Patients who need to lower triglycerides should consume 2 to 4 grams of EPA+DHA per day provided as capsules under a physician’s care.