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The Role of the Essential Fatty Acids (Omega-3s)
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- Omega-3 fatty acids are considered essential fatty acids
- They are essential to human health, but cannot be manufactured by the body
- Omega-3 fatty acids must be obtained from the food we ingest
- Omega-3 fatty acids can be found in fish, such as salmon, tuna, and halibut, other marine life such as algae and krill, as well as certain plants and nut oils
Also known as polyunsaturated acids (PUFAs), Omega-3 fatty acids play a crucial role in brain function as well as normal growth and development
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The Road to Wellness 
