Omega-3 fatty acids are a form of polyunsaturated fats found primarily in fish, fish oils, vegetable oils, and leafy green vegetables. They seem to reduce the risk of stroke and heart attack.
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Polyunsaturated fats are one of four basic types of fat that the body derives from food. The other three are cholesterol, saturated fat, and monounsaturated fat.
Omega-3 fatty acids are essential fatty acids.
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