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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Kerry Law

Best omega-3 supplements, recommended by doctors and nutritionists

Nutrition experts recommend ample levels of EPA and DHA for optimal health - (Kerry Law/The Independent)

Are you getting enough omega-3? This fatty acid is an essential nutrient that supports our heart health, brain function, hormones, joints and more. Our bodies can’t produce it naturally, so we have to consume it, either through omega-rich foods or the best omega-3 supplements.

Omega-3 isn’t one single nutrient but a group of short- and long-chain fatty acids including ALA (mainly found in green leafy vegetables, nuts and seeds), and DHA and EPA (found in oily fish such as salmon, sardines and mackerel, but also algae). The NHS recommends adults consume at least one 140g portion of oily fish a week for a healthy omega intake, yet most people eat far less than this, and it’s off the menu for vegetarians and vegans. This is why taking a good quality omega-3 supplement can help.

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