Omega-3 fatty acids to augment cancer therapy From: The Journal of Nutrition | Date: November 1, 2002| Author: Hardman, W Elaine | Copyright American Institute of Nutrition Nov 2002. Provided by ProQuest LLC.Copyright information

Omega-3 Fatty Acids to Augment Cancer Therapy1

ABSTRACT The results of animal studies have demonstrated that the consumption of omega-3 fatty acids can slow the growth of cancer xenografts, increase the efficacy of chemotherapy and reduce the side effects of the chemotherapy or of the cancer. Molecular mechanisms postulated to contribute to the multiple benefits of omega-3 fatty acids include 1) suppressing the expression of cyclooxygenase-2 in tumors, thus decreasing proliferation of...