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Best Omega 3 Foods

Written by Doug Donaldson and Medically Reviewed by Scott Pearlman, M.D.

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Best Omega 3 Foods

Essential for growth and brain development, omega-3 fatty acids, also called n-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids, may reduce the risk or cardiovascular disease. Adding foods that contain omega-3 can also help ease the effects of arthritis and protect against breast, colon and prostate cancers. Because this essential nutrient isn’t naturally produced by your body, it’s important to include omega-3s in your diet. Here are 10 foods that can help.

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