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Why Omega-3s Are Good for You - Cleveland Clinic
And some of the best sources
Nutrition trends come and go. But omega-3 fatty acids are a nutrient that has stuck around — and for good reason.
Omega-3 fatty acids, commonly called omega-3s, are a group of unsaturated fatty acids that your body needs for many functions. Since it’s best to get the nutrients you need from foods instead of pills or supplements, it’s important to include foods rich in omega-3s in your diet.
But many Americans aren’t eating enough of this healthy fat. Registered dietitian Anna Taylor, MS, RDN, LD, explains the health benefits of omega-3s and which foods are the best sources.
And some of the best sources
Nutrition trends come and go. But omega-3 fatty acids are a nutrient that has stuck around — and for good reason.
Omega-3 fatty acids, commonly called omega-3s, are a group of unsaturated fatty acids that your body needs for many functions. Since it’s best to get the nutrients you need from foods instead of pills or supplements, it’s important to include foods rich in omega-3s in your diet.
But many Americans aren’t eating enough of this healthy fat. Registered dietitian Anna Taylor, MS, RDN, LD, explains the health benefits of omega-3s and which foods are the best sources.