Omega-3 Fatty Acids
A meta-analysis demonstrated that omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acid (n-3 PUFA) supplementation is associated with a significant reduction in platelet aggregation when the participants were at poor health status, but not in healthy persons. High-risk patients with cardiovascular disease and even diabetics may potentially benefit from n-3 PUFAs therapy. However, n-3 PUFAs may not be effective in primary prevention.
1. Gao, Ling-gen et al. Influence of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acid-supplementation on platelet aggregation in humans: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Atherosclerosis , Volume 226 , Issue 2 , 328 - 334