Alterations on the immune system caused by omega-3 fatty acids have been described for
30 years. This family of polyunsaturated fatty acids exerts major alterations on the activation …

It is well-established that the nutritional deficiency or inadequacy can impair immune
functions. Growing evidence suggests that for certain nutrients increased intake above …

Colorectal cancer is one of the so-called westernized diseases and the second leading
cause of cancer death worldwide. On the basis of global epidemiological and scientific …

The increasing rate of autoimmune disorders and cancer in recent years has been a
controversial issue in all aspects of prevention, diagnosis, prognosis and treatment. Among …

Acute and chronic inflammatory diseases of the intestine impart a significant and negative
impact on the health and well-being of human and non-human mammalian animals …

Omega (ω)-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) are naturally occurring substances that
are well tolerated and have been used extensively for the prevention of cardiovascular …

Fish oil supplementation is commonplace in human nutrition and is being used in both
enteral and parenteral formulations during the treatment of patients with a large variety of …

Clinically, excessive ω-6 polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA) and inadequate ω-3 PUFA have
been associated with enhanced risks for developing ulcerative colitis. In rodent models, ω-3 …

The composition of fatty acids in the diets of both human and domestic animal species can
regulate inflammation through the biosynthesis of potent lipid mediators. The substrates for …

Numerous reviews have discussed gut microbiota composition changes during inflammatory
bowel diseases (IBD), particularly Crohn's disease (CD). However, most studies address the …