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fish oil


Fish oil is produced in the tissues of oily fish.  It's an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids, essential fats that your body doesn't make but needs to function properly. People with heart disease are advised to consume about 1 gram per day of the fish oils EPA and DHA  (eicosapentaenoic and docosahexaenoic acids), preferably from oily fish. You may want to talk to your healthcare provider about supplements.    


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