topicFlaxseed Omega 3 Cardiometabolic Meta-Analysis
claimUnhealthy aging is a growing global concern, characterized by the accelerated decline in physiological and metabolic functions, leading to increased susceptibility to age-related diseases.
evidence level3
citationKunutsor Setor K. (2025)
sourceDietary flaxseed: Cardiometabolic benefits and its role in promoting healthy aging
topicFlaxseed Omega 3 Cardiometabolic Meta-Analysis
claimAmong these are cardiometabolic diseases, including hypertension, metabolic syndrome (MetS), metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), type 2 diabetes (T2D), chronic kidney disease (CKD), and cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), which collectively represent a significant public health burden.
evidence level3
citationKunutsor Setor K. (2025)
sourceDietary flaxseed: Cardiometabolic benefits and its role in promoting healthy aging
topicFlaxseed Omega 3 Cardiometabolic Meta-Analysis
claimThis condition, characterized by fat accumulation in the liver independent of alcohol consumption, often coexists with obesity, MetS, and T2D, significantly increasing the risk of liver cirrhosis and CVD [].
evidence level3
citationKunutsor Setor K. (2025)
sourceDietary flaxseed: Cardiometabolic benefits and its role in promoting healthy aging
topicFlaxseed Omega 3 Cardiometabolic Meta-Analysis
claim1 2 3 4 Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is among the most frequent endocrine disorders in women of reproductive age and is strongly associated with multiple cardiometabolic disturbances.
evidence level4
citationMuacevic Alexander (2026)
sourceRole of Functional Foods and Nutraceutical Compounds in Alleviating Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Narrative Review
topicFlaxseed Omega 3 Cardiometabolic Meta-Analysis
claimWhile these approaches can reduce symptoms, they mostly do not address the underlying endocrine or metabolic disturbances and may be associated with adverse effects, including gastrointestinal discomfort, weight gain, and fatigue [,].
evidence level4
citationMuacevic Alexander (2026)
sourceRole of Functional Foods and Nutraceutical Compounds in Alleviating Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Narrative Review
topicFlaxseed Omega 3 Cardiometabolic Meta-Analysis
claimIncreasing evidence also points to the benefits of curcumin, a polyphenolic compound from turmeric, which down-regulates inflammatory mediators and oxidative stress, thereby improving insulin action [].
evidence level4
citationMuacevic Alexander (2026)
sourceRole of Functional Foods and Nutraceutical Compounds in Alleviating Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Narrative Review
topicFlaxseed Omega 3 Cardiometabolic Meta-Analysis
claimGlobally, the condition affects roughly 4-20% of women, underscoring its significance as a public-health concern [,].
evidence level4
citationMuacevic Alexander (2026)
sourceRole of Functional Foods and Nutraceutical Compounds in Alleviating Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Narrative Review