Effect of Omega 3 Supplementation on the Heart Rate Variability in Obese Children

Effect of Omega 3 Supplementation on the Heart Rate Variability in Obese Children, a Clinical Trial

Evidence shows that omega-3 fatty acids lower blood triglyceride levels, lower blood pressure, enhance insulin sensitivity, and improve heart rate variability (HRV) measures, all of which may be indicators of cardiovascular health.As a result, omega-3 fatty acid supplementation may be a low-cost strategy with little adverse effects for obese youngsters, perhaps delaying the development of chronic cardiovascular illnesses.

This is a two-armed study , the interventional group will be given omega 3 and the control group will be given a placebo and both will be examined for the heart rate variability

Inclusion Criteria:

• Children (5-12 years) whose parents or caregivers will agree to be enrolled in the study
• Obese Children (Simple obesity )
• Both males and females

Exclusion Criteria:

• Patients are known to have cardiac disease
• Patients with associated chronic systemic illness
• Patients with 2ry obesity : (endocrine /metabolic/genetics/drug intake)
• Patients on medications affecting heart rate :structural or arrhythmic