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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
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Anna Bawden and Nicola Davis

Is omega-3 oil good or bad for us – and does it matter where it is from?

Mackerel fish on a grill
Oily fish such as mackerel (pictured), salmon and sardines are a rich source of EPA and DHA omega-3s. Photograph: puhhha/Getty Images/iStockphoto

Omega-3 oils, typically found in oily fish and fish oil supplements, are often said to have numerous health benefits, such as reducing the risk of heart attacks, dementia and joint pain.

But recent research published in the journal BMJ Medicine shows that while fish oil supplements could reduce the risk for those who already have cardiovascular disease, they may increase the risk of someone developing a heart condition or stroke in the first place.

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