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Should I take omega-3 supplements?

Last Updated: October 01, 2010

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The need for supplements largely depends on your current intake of omega-3 fats. If you consume less than 2 oily fish meals per week, supplementing your diet with omega-3s is recommended to meet a daily intake of 2 to 2.5 mg day.

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