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2. List of omega-3 fatty acids - Wikipedia

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   Mammals are unable to synthesize omega−3 fatty acids, but can obtain the shorter-chain omega−3 fatty acid ALA (18 carbons and 3 double bonds) through diet and use it to form the more important long-chain omega−3 fatty acids, EPA (20 carbons and 5 double bonds) and then from EPA, the most crucial, DHA (22 carbons and 6 double bonds). [2]

3. Omega-3 fatty acid - Wikipedia

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   An omega−3 fatty acid is a fatty acid with multiple double bonds, where the first double bond is between the third and fourth carbon atoms from the end of the carbon atom chain. "Short-chain" omega−3 fatty acids have a chain of 18 carbon atoms or less, while "long-chain" omega−3 fatty acids have a chain of 20 or more.

4. Fatty acid ratio in food - Wikipedia

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   Fatty acid ratio in food. Proportion of omega-3 to omega-6 fatty acids in a diet. Only two essential fatty acids are known to be essential for humans: alpha-linolenic acid (an omega-3 fatty acid) and linoleic acid (an omega-6 fatty acid). [1] The biological effects of the ω-3 and ω-6 fatty acids are mediated by their mutual interactions.

5. New Research Says People Who Eat Foods Rich in Omega-3s ... - AOL

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   Best Omega-3 and Omega-6 Foods If you want to get your omega-3 and omega-6s in, supplements are always a good option—but there are plenty of foods that have omega-3s and omega-6s, too. Here are ...

6. 5 ways to tell if your diet is healthy, according to experts

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   Linoleic acid is an omega-6 fatty acid, while alpha-linolenic acid is an omega-3 fatty acid. Walnuts, sunflower seeds, and almonds are all good sources of omega-6, and fatty fish like tuna and ...

7. Social Media Users Love Chia Seed Water, but Is It Safe to Drink?

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   Related: These Are 4 of the Most Nutrient Dense Vegetables to Add to Your Diet, According to the CDC. ... In fact, chia seeds are the best plant source for acquiring omega-3 fatty acids, ...