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Omega 3 and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) is known both for the body because it can prevent some diseases such as heart degenaratif. So many people eat Omega 3 and DHA. However, one study found that high levels of Omega 3 in the body can increase the risk of prostate cancer.

Fatty acids like DHA are found in the cells of your body that fight disease. But a recent study found high levels of Omega 3 fatty acids in the blood may be associated with an increased risk of aggressive prostate cancer. While elevated levels of bad fatty acids can actually reduce the risk of suspected prostate cancer.

According to a study conducted by researchers at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center in Seattle as quoted from Epharmapedia. For the study, researchers have examined more than 3,400 men in the U.S.. The results mentioned group of people with high DHA then there is the potential for 2.5 times more likely to develop prostate cancer, compared with a group of people who have low levels of DHA.

The study also suggests that the risk of aggressive prostate cancer is 50 percent lower in men with the highest levels of bad fatty acids.

“We were surprised to see these results, and we spent lots of time to ensure that analysis is correct,” said Theodore M. Brasky of Hutchinson’s Cancer Prevention Program.

These findings change what is known so far about the diet, inflammation and progression of prostate cancer. Studying the relationship between nutrition and risk of various chronic diseases are very complex.

However, Brasky and his colleagues do not believe that someone suffering from heart disease should stop using fish oil supplements or eating salmon or other fish rich in Omega 3 fatty acids.

“Overall, the beneficial effects of eating fish to prevent heart disease is greater than the losses associated with risk of prostate cancer,” said Brasky.

“This study shows the complexity of nutrition and its impact on disease risk, and that we must learn to do with more detail.”

DHA and Omega 3 commonly found in fatty fish. In the study, the men only consume DHA and Omega 3 which is mainly derived from fish than from fish oil supplements. So we need to do more detailed research on the relationship of Omega 3 with increased risk of prostate cancer.