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Evidence suggests that omega−3 fatty acids modestly lower [[blood pressure]] (systolic and diastolic) in people with [[hypertension]] and in people with normal blood pressure. Omega−3 fatty acids can also reduce [[heart rate]], an emerging risk factor. Some evidence suggests that people with certain circulatory problems, such as [[varicose vein]]s, may benefit from the consumption of EPA and DHA, which may stimulate [[circulatory system|blood circulation]] and increase the breakdown of [[fibrin]], a protein involved in blood clotting and scar formation.
Omega−3 fatty acids reduce blood [[triglyceride]] levels, but do not significantly change the level of [[low density lipoprotein|LDL cholesterol]] or [[high density lipoprotein|HDL cholesterol]]. The American Heart Association position (2011) is that borderline elevated triglycerides, defined as 150–199 mg/dL, can be lowered by 0.5–1.0 grams of EPA and DHA per day; high triglycerides 200–499 mg/dL benefit from 1–2 g/day; and >500 mg/dL be treated under a physician's supervision with 2–4 g/day using a prescription product. In this population, omega−3 fatty acid supplementation decreases the risk of heart disease by about 25%.

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