omega-3
adjective
ome·ga-3
ō-ˈmā-gə-ˈthrē 
-ˈmē-,
-ˈme-
: being or composed of polyunsaturated fatty acids that have the final double bond in the hydrocarbon chain between the third and fourth carbon atoms from the end of the molecule opposite that of the carboxyl group and that are found especially in fish, fish oils, green leafy vegetables, and some nuts and vegetable oils compare omega-6
omega-3
noun
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This supplement is made from algal oil, a vegan option that contains similar omega-3 fats to fish.
DEVA Vegan Omega-3 DHA-EPA contains 500 milligrams of the omega-3 fats DHA and EPA per softgel.
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Melissa Nieves, Verywell Health, 17 May 2024
Pairing the tilapia with a walnut crust gives the dish texture, and provides additional omega-3 fatty acids, along with folate, calcium and potassium.
—Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 11 May 2024
The issue remains contentious among scientists, as eating a lot of fish also has known health benefits such as increasing intake of omega-3 fatty acids, which are protective against cardiovascular disease.
—David Cox, WIRED, 9 May 2024
But quinoa isn't just a good source of protein, omega-3's and dietary fiber.
—Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 5 May 2024
Here are several examples of anti-inflammatory foods include to reference:
Fish includes omega-3 fatty acids that can help with inflammation.
—Dominique Fluker, Essence, 15 Apr. 2024
This supplement can provide the right amount of omega-3s to provide these heart health benefits for cholesterol and blood pressure.
—Erika Prouty, Verywell Health, 11 Apr. 2024
Salmon is packed with omega-3 fatty acids, an incredible nutrient for heart health.
—Veronica Cristino, Vogue, 8 Apr. 2024
But Take Note This supplement's omega-3 content isn't enough to meet a child’s daily needs, as each serving provides 100 mg of omega-3s.
—Isabel Vasquez, Rd, Ldn, Parents, 4 Apr. 2024
Melissa Nieves, Verywell Health, 17 May 2024
Pairing the tilapia with a walnut crust gives the dish texture, and provides additional omega-3 fatty acids, along with folate, calcium and potassium.
—Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 11 May 2024
The issue remains contentious among scientists, as eating a lot of fish also has known health benefits such as increasing intake of omega-3 fatty acids, which are protective against cardiovascular disease.
—David Cox, WIRED, 9 May 2024
But quinoa isn't just a good source of protein, omega-3's and dietary fiber.
—Daryl Austin, USA TODAY, 5 May 2024
Here are several examples of anti-inflammatory foods include to reference:
Fish includes omega-3 fatty acids that can help with inflammation.
—Dominique Fluker, Essence, 15 Apr. 2024
This supplement can provide the right amount of omega-3s to provide these heart health benefits for cholesterol and blood pressure.
—Erika Prouty, Verywell Health, 11 Apr. 2024
Salmon is packed with omega-3 fatty acids, an incredible nutrient for heart health.
—Veronica Cristino, Vogue, 8 Apr. 2024
But Take Note This supplement's omega-3 content isn't enough to meet a child’s daily needs, as each serving provides 100 mg of omega-3s.
—Isabel Vasquez, Rd, Ldn, Parents, 4 Apr. 2024
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omega-3
adjective
ome·ga-3
-ˈthrē
variants
also Omega-3
: being or composed of polyunsaturated fats that have the first double bond in the hydrocarbon chain occurring between the third and fourth carbon atoms from the end of the molecule most distant from the carboxylic acid group and that are found especially in fish, fish oils, green leafy vegetables, and some nuts and seeds
The two main omega-3 fatty acids in fish oil … appear to reduce the risk of dying from sudden cardiac arrest by about 30 percent.—Nutrition Action Health Letter
compare omega-6
Nutrition Action Health Letter
omega-3
noun
also Omega-3
Some plants, such as linseed, naturally produce an omega-3 called alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), and one way to increase the amount of omega-3 in our diet is to eat these plants …
—Andy Coghlan, New Scientist
Andy Coghlan, New Scientist
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