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Omega-3s

Omega-3 Resources

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A B C's of Omega-3s: Maybe you want to know why you should consume more. Maybe you want to know whether all the things you've heard about omega-3s are true. Maybe you are already...; More...

Quick Tuna Recipes: Here are a list of fun and easy tuna recipes that are refreshing on warm summer days!; More...

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: Enjoy two servings of a variety of seafood/fish per week.Avoid these four fish which are high in methyl mercury:It is also a good idea to avoid eating raw seafood...; More...

Fish You Way to a Healthy Heart: Omega-3s are the super stars of heart disease treatment. The role of omega-3 fatty acids in cardiovascular disease is well established. One of the best ways...; More...

Omega-3s for the Minds of the Young and Old: Omega-3s are great for brain health. Did you know our human brain has a very high concentration of fatty acids especially omega-3 DHA? Omega-3s are frequently...; More...

Simple steps to include more EPA and DHA in your daily meals: If you have a goal of adding more omega-3 rich foods to your diet, it is fairly easy to make some simple adjustments to meals you are already eating.For example...; More...

FDA Approves Omega-3 Supplement as a Drug for Treating Very High Triglycerides: In 2009 a prescription omega-3 fish oil medication for the treatment of very high triglycerides (500 mg/dL or higher) was approved for sale. This drug, is manufactured...; More...

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Eat more omega-3s! This website can help you do it. Some of the nation's top scientists have gotten together to help you easily learn about omega-3s. You've finally found information you can trust!

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Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Heart Disease and High Triglycerides

Health Benefits of Consuming DHA and EPA

Omega-3 Food Sources

Recipe for Foods High in Omega-3s

Omega-3 Supplements

Seafood Food Safety and Other Concerns About Consuming Seafood to Increase Omega-3s

More Scientific Information About Omega-3s

Answers from our Experts

June 28, 2012: How much omega-3s do I need?

June 20, 2012: We raise our own beef and want to raise the healthiest beef possible. I only feed alfalfa or grass...

October 08, 2010: Is any nut oil a good source of omega-3s?

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