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Omega‑3 fatty acids (EPA/DHA)

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Omega‑3 fatty acids (EPA/DHA) explained

Omega‑3 fatty acids (EPA/DHA) from fish or algal oil support heart, brain, and inflammatory balance; prescription omega‑3s treat specific lipid disorders.

Not FDA Approved

Omega‑3 fatty acids (EPA/DHA) helps treat

• Triglyceride lowering (higher doses—prescription products)
• Heart health support
• Cognitive and mood support (mixed evidence)
• Joint comfort (adjunct)
• Pregnancy and fetal development (DHA)

additional medications

• Seafood intake (2+ servings/week)
• Lifestyle for cardiometabolic health
• Curcumin (joint comfort adjunct)

medication risks

• Bleeding risk at high doses or with anticoagulants
• Possible afib risk with very high intakes (emerging data)
• Contaminant/oxidation concerns in low‑quality oils

side effects

• Fishy aftertaste
• GI upset
• Loose stools

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FAQs

Q: Supplement vs prescription?
A: Supplements are not FDA‑approved drugs; prescription omega‑3s treat high triglycerides.

Q: Fishy burps?
A: Use enteric‑coated or take with meals/freezer trick.

Q: Bleeding risk?
A: High doses can increase bleeding risk—review anticoagulants.

Q: Plant‑based option?
A: Algal oil provides DHA/EPA for vegetarians/vegans.

Q: FDA approval?
A: Supplements aren’t FDA‑approved to treat disease.

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