Taking omega-3 fish oil supplements may increase the risk of aggressive prostate cancer by 70%

• Supplement was also increased low-grade prostate cancer risk by 44%
• One theory is that pills may dampen down the immune system
• Omega-3 fish oils are one of the most popular supplements in the UK

By FIONA MACRAE

Fish-oil supplements credited with a range of health benefits could trigger prostate cancer. Experts found that omega-3 fatty acids may raise the risk of the most lethal form of the disease by more than 70 per cent. Researchers warned against omega-3 pills, and recommended eating just …

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