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Omega-3 fatty acids have many potential benefits for your cardiovascular health. One key benefit is that they help lower your triglyceride levels. Too many triglycerides in your blood (hypertriglyceridemia) raises your risk of atherosclerosis, and through this, can increase your risk of heart disease and stroke. So, it’s important to keep triglyceride levels under control. In addition, omega-3s may help you by raising your HDL (good) cholesterol and lowering your blood pressure.Some studies show omega-3s may lower your risk for:• Cardiovascular disease (CVD).• Death, if you have CVD.• Sudden death caused by an abnormal heart rhythm (arrhythmia).• Blood clots.Beyond heart health, omega-3s may help lower your risk of developing:• Some forms of cancer, including breast cancer.• Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.• Age-related macular degeneration (AMD).Research continues to investigate these and other possible benefits.