Stroke January 2024 PMID 38134264

Omega-3 Blood Levels and Stroke Risk: A Pooled and Harmonized Analysis of 183 291 Participants From 29 Prospective Studies.

James H O'Keefe, Nathan L Tintle, William S Harris, Evan L O'Keefe, Aleix Sala-Vila, John Attia, G Manohar Garg, Alexis Hure, Christian Sørensen Bork, Erik Berg Schmidt, Stine Krogh Venø, Kuo-Liong Chien, Yun-Yu Amelia Chen, Sarah Egert, Tobias Rudholm Feldreich

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53
Peak: 17 in Dec 2023
across 5 sources since Dec 2023

Extended reach

562,469
potential audience

Total likes

8,375

Video views

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Dec 2023 – Sep 2025

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What people are saying

The overall discussions reflect a blend of curiosity and cautious support, with posts highlighting key findings such as the 17-18% risk reduction for ischemic strokes with increased omega-3 levels. The tone varies from neutral summaries to slightly speculative comments about mechanisms and dietary choices, demonstrating a broad interest in the study’s implications but primarily emphasizing informational value over debate or controversy.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions support the findings that higher omega-3 blood levels are linked to reduced risk of certain stroke types, indicating a generally positive reception towards the research.

InterestHigh interest

Posts show high curiosity, referencing specific aspects of the study like the number of participants and the differentiation between stroke types, which suggests they find the topic relevant and noteworthy.

EngagementModerate engagement

Several discussions mention the implications for health and diet, indicating some degree of deep engagement, though many posts remain at a surface level with summaries or references.

ImpactModerate impact

Users seem to recognize the potential significance of the study, though responses mostly emphasize interest rather than calling for action or policy change, reflecting moderate perceived impact.

Abstract in brief

  • The study examined the relationship between omega-3 PUFAs and stroke risk across 29 global cohorts, focusing on total, ischemic, and hemorrhagic strokes.
  • Results showed that higher levels of eicosapentaenoic acid reduced the incidence of total and ischemic strokes by 17% and 18%, respectively, while docosahexaenoic acid also lowered these risks by 12% and 14%.
  • The findings indicate that although higher omega-3 PUFA levels are linked to reduced total and ischemic stroke risks, there is no effect on hemorrhagic strokes.

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Stroke AHA/ASA
@StrokeAHA_ASA · X

#STROKE January Cover Figure: Pooled data from 29 prospective cohorts showed higher #omega3 #PUFA levels are associated with lower risks of total and ischemic stroke, but not with hemorrhagic stroke. #AHAJournals https://t.co/yXhVcqZ8Jl https://t.co/G1nQ8pqqNV

Dec 22, 2023 · 29 likes · 15 shares · 37,352 followers View post →
Stroke AHA/ASA
@StrokeAHA_ASA · X

#STROKE January #EditorPick: Pooled data from 29 prospective cohorts showed higher #omega3 #PUFA levels are associated with lower risks of total and ischemic stroke, but not with hemorrhagic stroke. https://t.co/yXhVcqZ8Jl

Jan 11, 2024 · 10 likes · 2 shares · 37,352 followers View post →
Nick Krontiris
@nick_krontiris · X

Omega-3 Blood Levels and Stroke Risk: A Pooled and Harmonized Analysis of 183 291 Participants From 29 Prospective Studies (open access) https://t.co/oOwsQjx2GP #nutrition #diet #PUFAs #Omega3

Dec 25, 2023 · 9 likes · 2 shares · 19,048 followers View post →
OmegaQuant
@OmegaQuant · X

The 1st #OmegaMatters episode of 2025 is live! You don't want to miss Drs. Harris & Jackson's review of the TOP 2024 Fatty Acid Studies, including a new world map of #Omega3 Status. Watch

Jan 16, 2025 · 3 likes · 1 share · 1,472 followers View post →
Jordan Curl
@JordanCurlMD · X

@Gcharlopmd Omega-3 Blood Levels and Stroke Risk: A Pooled and Harmonized Analysis of 183 291 Participants From 29 Prospective Studies https://t.co/jBfdLrbrfX

Jun 16, 2024 · 2 likes · 1,799 followers View post →
Krzysztof Kukliński #profilaktykaD3 #iwermektyna
@pamiechomeblog · X

"Wyższe poziomy #omega3 PUFA wiążą się z niższym ryzykiem udaru całkowitego i niedokrwiennego, ale nie mają związku z udarem krwotocznym." Pijecie tran? https://t.co/Ah6y1BwiRM

Jan 5, 2024 · 1 like · 3,454 followers View post →

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Pia Pääskynpää
@PiaVonKurjala · X

@pbyrokraatti Aivoinfarktin syynä usein veren mömmööntyminen. Siihen on useita syitä, kuten tiedämme. https://t.co/V4Olalq0Pf

Aug 7, 2025 · 4 followers View post →
Vesa Vainio
@vainio_vesa_ · X

348 Aivoinfarkti usein syynä liian aktiivinen veren hyytyminen https://t.co/zvUGovNPnr käyttäen @YouTube

Jul 5, 2025 · 335 followers View post →
Kipsu
@KirsiHonkanen · X

348 Aivoinfarkti usein syynä liian aktiivinen veren hyytyminen https://t.co/9JVhCtdjWe lähteestä @YouTube

Jul 5, 2025 · 1,294 followers View post →
Ari Kanerva
@ApeKanerva · X

https://t.co/QI1RKRoXiE

Jul 5, 2025 · 1,501 followers View post →
James Dick
@JamesSlippy · X

RT @OmegaQuant: The 1st #OmegaMatters episode of 2025 is live! You don't want to miss Drs. Harris & Jackson's review of the TOP 2024 Fatty…

Jan 18, 2025 · 1 share · 336 followers View post →
OmegaQuant
@OmegaQuant · X

The 1st #OmegaMatters episode of 2025 is live! You don't want to miss Drs. Harris & Jackson's review of the TOP 2024 Fatty Acid Studies, including a new world map of #Omega3 Status. Watch

Jan 16, 2025 · 3 likes · 1 share · 1,472 followers View post →
Tavis Piattoly,MS,RD
@TavisPiattoly · X

@ScepticalAnna @Sameer70703030 @theproof @ethanjweiss @n3doc @hubermanlab @MohammedAlo @richroll @Drlipid https://t.co/aj1vKB1Xcl

Aug 7, 2024 · 1 like · 2,331 followers View post →
Christoffer Baustad Nilsen
@ChristofferBN · X

@ScepticalAnna @theproof *If* n-3 increase risk of stroke (don't know what the mechanism for that would be tho?), it's probably hemorrhagic stroke, since we consistenly observe a negative correlation for ischemic stroke in the observational data. https://t.co/ERF0fSdHIR

Jul 12, 2024 · 588 followers View post →
Jordan Curl
@JordanCurlMD · X

@Gcharlopmd Omega-3 Blood Levels and Stroke Risk: A Pooled and Harmonized Analysis of 183 291 Participants From 29 Prospective Studies https://t.co/jBfdLrbrfX

Jun 16, 2024 · 2 likes · 1,799 followers View post →
JK MD
@jksequoia · X

@ScepticalDoctor Another study shows that omega 3 are associated with a reduction in stroke which is in contrary to an increase of AF incidence. Clearly no way to conclude anything from one and the other study https://t.co/Qoqw87EEcP

May 29, 2024 · 258 followers View post →
株式会社サンクト
@sanct200301 · X

ミズーリ大学カンザスシティ校を始めとする研究チームは、29件の各国の前向きコート研究より183,291名の参加者のデータを解析し、血中オメガ3脂肪酸レベルが高い人は脳卒中のリスクが低いことを報告しています。 https://t.co/xREOxGLUet

Feb 14, 2024 · 1 like · 768 followers View post →
octavio
@dontavo66 · X

RT @StrokeAHA_ASA: #STROKE January #EditorPick: Pooled data from 29 prospective cohorts showed higher #omega3 #PUFA levels are associated w…

Jan 11, 2024 · 2 shares · 329 followers View post →
Hansen Chen
@Chenhsbbb · X

RT @StrokeAHA_ASA: #STROKE January #EditorPick: Pooled data from 29 prospective cohorts showed higher #omega3 #PUFA levels are associated w…

Jan 11, 2024 · 2 shares · 440 followers View post →
Stroke AHA/ASA
@StrokeAHA_ASA · X

#STROKE January #EditorPick: Pooled data from 29 prospective cohorts showed higher #omega3 #PUFA levels are associated with lower risks of total and ischemic stroke, but not with hemorrhagic stroke. https://t.co/yXhVcqZ8Jl

Jan 11, 2024 · 10 likes · 2 shares · 37,352 followers View post →
Ariakas Enoreth
@Aenoreth · X

Omega-3 Blood Levels and Stroke Risk: A Pooled and Harmonized Analysis of 183 291 Participants From 29 Prospective Studies https://t.co/rLR5q9frCy

Jan 11, 2024 · 1,004 followers View post →
Ass. Prof. Dr. Marietta Zille (she/her)
@ZilleMarietta · X

RT @StrokeAHA_ASA: #STROKE January Cover Figure: Pooled data from 29 prospective cohorts showed higher #omega3 #PUFA levels are associated…

Jan 6, 2024 · 15 shares · 429 followers View post →
Hansen Chen
@Chenhsbbb · X

RT @StrokeAHA_ASA: #STROKE January Cover Figure: Pooled data from 29 prospective cohorts showed higher #omega3 #PUFA levels are associated…

Jan 6, 2024 · 15 shares · 440 followers View post →
Krzysztof Kukliński #profilaktykaD3 #iwermektyna
@pamiechomeblog · X

"Wyższe poziomy #omega3 PUFA wiążą się z niższym ryzykiem udaru całkowitego i niedokrwiennego, ale nie mają związku z udarem krwotocznym." Pijecie tran? https://t.co/Ah6y1BwiRM

Jan 5, 2024 · 1 like · 3,454 followers View post →
Matti Marklund
@MarklundMatti · X

RT @StrokeAHA_ASA: #STROKE January Cover Figure: Pooled data from 29 prospective cohorts showed higher #omega3 #PUFA levels are associated…

Dec 29, 2023 · 15 shares · 74 followers View post →
emiro leones
@EEmirooo · X

RT @StrokeAHA_ASA: #STROKE January Cover Figure: Pooled data from 29 prospective cohorts showed higher #omega3 #PUFA levels are associated…

Dec 25, 2023 · 15 shares · 76 followers View post →
HUGO COLOMBO MD
@HCOLOMBO1958 · X

RT @nick_krontiris: Omega-3 Blood Levels and Stroke Risk: A Pooled and Harmonized Analysis of 183 291 Participants From 29 Prospective Stud…

Dec 25, 2023 · 2 shares · 1,121 followers View post →
Jeffery Heileson
@jheilesonRD · X

RT @nick_krontiris: Omega-3 Blood Levels and Stroke Risk: A Pooled and Harmonized Analysis of 183 291 Participants From 29 Prospective Stud…

Dec 25, 2023 · 2 shares · 799 followers View post →
Nick Krontiris
@nick_krontiris · X

Omega-3 Blood Levels and Stroke Risk: A Pooled and Harmonized Analysis of 183 291 Participants From 29 Prospective Studies (open access) https://t.co/oOwsQjx2GP #nutrition #diet #PUFAs #Omega3

Dec 25, 2023 · 9 likes · 2 shares · 19,048 followers View post →
Ida Reyes
@idarmis_reyes · X

RT @StrokeAHA_ASA: #STROKE January Cover Figure: Pooled data from 29 prospective cohorts showed higher #omega3 #PUFA levels are associated…

Dec 23, 2023 · 15 shares · 7,419 followers View post →
Danish Kherani
@KheraniDanish · X

RT @StrokeAHA_ASA: #STROKE January Cover Figure: Pooled data from 29 prospective cohorts showed higher #omega3 #PUFA levels are associated…

Dec 23, 2023 · 15 shares · 138 followers View post →
Victrine T
@victrine_t · X

RT @StrokeAHA_ASA: #STROKE January Cover Figure: Pooled data from 29 prospective cohorts showed higher #omega3 #PUFA levels are associated…

Dec 23, 2023 · 15 shares · 155 followers View post →
Felipe Suárez
@DrFelipeSuarez · X

RT @StrokeAHA_ASA: #STROKE January Cover Figure: Pooled data from 29 prospective cohorts showed higher #omega3 #PUFA levels are associated…

Dec 23, 2023 · 15 shares · 520 followers View post →
Hiro@Neurobadminton
@12hiroki07 · X

RT @StrokeAHA_ASA: #STROKE January Cover Figure: Pooled data from 29 prospective cohorts showed higher #omega3 #PUFA levels are associated…

Dec 23, 2023 · 15 shares · 43 followers View post →
Milton RQE
@miltommy56 · X

RT @StrokeAHA_ASA: #STROKE January Cover Figure: Pooled data from 29 prospective cohorts showed higher #omega3 #PUFA levels are associated…

Dec 22, 2023 · 15 shares · 8,150 followers View post →
Frank Qian, MD MPH
@frankq1368 · X

RT @StrokeAHA_ASA: #STROKE January Cover Figure: Pooled data from 29 prospective cohorts showed higher #omega3 #PUFA levels are associated…

Dec 22, 2023 · 15 shares · 311 followers View post →
Samia Mora
@SamiaMoraMD · X

RT @StrokeAHA_ASA: #STROKE January Cover Figure: Pooled data from 29 prospective cohorts showed higher #omega3 #PUFA levels are associated…

Dec 22, 2023 · 15 shares · 869 followers View post →
Ibrahim Elmenshawi
@IElmenshawi · X

RT @StrokeAHA_ASA: #STROKE January Cover Figure: Pooled data from 29 prospective cohorts showed higher #omega3 #PUFA levels are associated…

Dec 22, 2023 · 15 shares · 336 followers View post →
Juan David Grueso
@juandagru · X

RT @StrokeAHA_ASA: #STROKE January Cover Figure: Pooled data from 29 prospective cohorts showed higher #omega3 #PUFA levels are associated…

Dec 22, 2023 · 15 shares · 45 followers View post →
drgurkankaraca
@karacagurkan · X

RT @StrokeAHA_ASA: #STROKE January Cover Figure: Pooled data from 29 prospective cohorts showed higher #omega3 #PUFA levels are associated…

Dec 22, 2023 · 15 shares · 649 followers View post →
Stroke AHA/ASA
@StrokeAHA_ASA · X

#STROKE January Cover Figure: Pooled data from 29 prospective cohorts showed higher #omega3 #PUFA levels are associated with lower risks of total and ischemic stroke, but not with hemorrhagic stroke. #AHAJournals https://t.co/yXhVcqZ8Jl https://t.co/G1nQ8pqqNV

Dec 22, 2023 · 29 likes · 15 shares · 37,352 followers View post →