Evidence supporting the use of: Marine lipid (unspecified)
For the health condition: Psoriasis

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 2

Marine lipids, particularly those rich in omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) such as eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), have been studied as adjunctive treatments for psoriasis. The rationale stems from their anti-inflammatory properties, as omega-3 fatty acids can modulate the production of inflammatory mediators involved in the pathogenesis of psoriasis, such as leukotrienes and prostaglandins. Several clinical trials and meta-analyses have explored the efficacy of marine lipid supplementation in patients with psoriasis, with mixed results.

Some studies report modest improvements in psoriasis severity and patient-reported outcomes, while others find little to no benefit. A 2019 systematic review and meta-analysis (Upala et al., 2017; Millsop et al., 2014) concluded that while there is some evidence for improvement in clinical severity scores, the overall quality of evidence is low, and the effect size is generally small. The heterogeneity in study designs, dosages, and formulations further complicates interpretation. Nevertheless, marine lipids are sometimes used as adjuncts to conventional psoriasis therapies, given their good safety profile.

In summary, there is some scientific evidence, albeit weak and inconsistent, supporting the use of marine lipids for psoriasis. The evidence base does not support marine lipids as a standalone or primary therapy, but they may offer mild additional benefit for some patients when used alongside standard treatments.

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