By interfering with blood clotting, omega-3 fatty acids appear to lower the
a. risk of hypertension.
b. risk of heart disease.
c. levels of serum triglyceride.
d. levels of serum cholesterol.
B
Omega-3 fatty acids help decrease risk of heart disease by preventing formation of clots that may block arteries that are narrowed by atherosclerotic plaques. Omega-3 fatty acids do not decrease blood pressure or serum levels of triglyceride and cholesterol.
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