evidence card · omega3_high_dose_exercise_recovery
High-dose omega-3 (EPA+DHA, typically ≥2g/day) reduces exercise-induced muscle damage and speeds recovery
H3
▲ supports
stakes low
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3 sources
Summary
Multiple small RCTs and meta-analyses show modest but consistent benefit of 2-3 g/day EPA+DHA on post-exercise strength recovery and soreness markers, particularly after eccentric or unaccustomed exercise. Effect sizes are small-to-moderate; not all trials are positive. Distinct from the low-dose/CV-prevention literature, which is null.
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Scope
Population
healthy adults engaging in resistance or eccentric exercise
Intervention
high-dose omega-3 supplementation (≥2 g/day EPA+DHA) for ≥4 weeks
Outcome
muscle soreness, strength recovery, markers of muscle damage
Not supported for
- low-dose OTC fish oil for CV events in general population (see fish_oil_general_population)
- claim that omega-3 'prevents' muscle damage outright