The Effects of Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Vitamin D Supplementation on Women with Breast Cancer in Palestine
Study Overview
This study highlights the importance of early nutrition for women newly diagnosed with breast cancer. It focused on how omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin D3 supplementation can improve their nutritional status.
Methodology
A total of 88 women with breast cancer were divided into four groups:
- Omega-3 group
- Vitamin D group
- Omega-3 + Vitamin D group
- Control group
Participants took two 300 mg omega-3 capsules daily and/or one 50,000 IU vitamin D tablet weekly for nine weeks. Their nutritional status was evaluated using various tools before and after the intervention.
Results
At the end of the trial:
- The omega-3 + vitamin D group showed a significant improvement in nutritional risk scores (p < 0.01).
- Participants in this group also gained body weight and increased their body mass index (BMI) (both p < 0.05).
- Blood albumin levels and daily energy and protein intake significantly increased (p < 0.05).
Conclusion
Women who received daily omega-3 and weekly vitamin D supplements experienced better nutritional status, as indicated by improved scores and measurements.
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