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Is fish oil helpful or harmful for the inflammation of the vein?
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Inflammation: Fish oil, specifically the EPA component, is anti-inflammatory and also blocks the conversion of omega 6 fatty acids to arachidonic acid. Arachidonic acid is pro-inflammatory, so that means you get a double defense against inflammation with fish oil.
Answered 6/20/2014
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