Synopsis

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

Seal oil is sometimes used to support or treat rheumatoid arthritis (RA) primarily due to its content of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids, similar to those found in fish oil. Several studies have shown that omega-3 fatty acids, particularly EPA and DHA, can help reduce inflammation and joint pain in RA. Seal oil contains these fatty acids, although it also contains DPA (docosapentaenoic acid), which is less studied but possibly beneficial.

There is some scientific rationale for using seal oil as a source of omega-3s, but the bulk of clinical evidence supporting omega-3 supplementation for RA comes from studies on fish oil, not seal oil specifically. A few small studies suggest that seal oil may have similar anti-inflammatory effects, but the evidence base is limited compared to fish oil, both in quantity and quality. No major clinical guidelines specifically recommend seal oil for RA management.

In summary, there is scientific validation for the use of marine omega-3s in RA, but direct evidence for seal oil itself is limited. Its use is based more on extrapolation from fish oil research than on robust, direct clinical trials. Therefore, the evidence strength for seal oil in RA is rated as 2 out of 5.

More about Seal Oil
More about Rheumatoid Arthritis

Other ingredients used for Rheumatoid Arthritis

Other health conditions supported by Seal Oil

Products containing Seal Oil