Omega-3 fatty acids in contrast to omega-6 protect against pneumococcal pneumonia

ConclusionsSupplementation of mouse diets with Omega-3 fatty acids improved survival, bacterial invasion in the blood and lungs as well as decreased overall lung tissue inflammation and cell death when compared to the Omega-6 supplemented diets. Translation of these findings in humans may improve outcomes of patients at risk for pneumonia.
Source: Microbial Pathogenesis - Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: research