Does eicosapentaenoic acid (epa) improve cardiovascular endurance?
Effectiveness Rating for Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)'s Ability to Improve Cardiovascular Endurance
The effectiveness rating is a measure of how well eicosapentaenoic acid (epa) is able to improve cardiovascular endurance. The overall rating for this claim is 1 out of 3. There is little if any research to warrant the use of Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) to improve cardiovascular endurance. Using Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) to improve cardiovascular endurance will probably not yeild any positive results and is likely a waste of money.
Confidence Rating for Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)'s Ability to Improve Cardiovascular Endurance
The confidence rating is a mesure of how valid the effectiveness rating is. This rating is based on how many studies are included in the database on this topic.
There is one study in the database on eicosapentaenoic acid (epa); the confidence rating is 20. A score above 80 means the effectiveness rating for this supplement is reliable. A score under 80 means there is insufficient evidence to ensure a reliable effectiveness rating.
References
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Omega-3 fatty acid supplementation does not improve maximal aerobic power, anaerobic threshold and running performance in well-trained soccer players |