DED is a common and growing problem as our population ages, causing chronic pain and visual disturbance that is not adequately treated with current approaches. If left untreated, severe dry eyes can lead to desiccation of the corneal epithelium, increased discomfort and sometimes loss of vision.The benefits are the possibility of alleviating or eliminating these symptoms of DED and the clinical data that will be gained on the safety and efficacy of omega-3s, which are already being marketed over-the-counter for the treatment of DED without any hard scientific data. The potential benefits of treatment outweigh the minimal risk of participation.