Omega-3 fatty acids and TB recovery: Could they support the body during treatment?
“We’re investigating whether adding omega-3 fatty acids to standard TB treatment can safely reduce harmful inflammation and improve the body’s response to infection, while potentially contributing to faster control of TB,” says Prof.
The NWU team is investigating whether increasing omega-3 intake alongside standard TB treatment can regulate the immune response, potentially helping the body fight infection while limiting unnecessary inflammation and tissue damage.
It is investigating whether adding long-chain omega-3 fatty acids to standard treatment can influence inflammation and the body’s response to TB.
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