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Omega 3s are essential fatty acids. These are called essential because the human body is not capable of producing them and we need them through the various plant or animal sources. There are 3 different types of omega 3s – <\/strong>ALA (alpha-linolenic acid), DHA (docosahexaenoic acid), and EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid).<\/p>\n

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The most preferred sources of DHA and EPA are seafood, while ALA is commonly found in plant sources, nuts, and seeds. This is why doctors say that you should include nuts in your daily diet. Having nuts in breakfast with cereal and milk would be a boost of energy and would compensate for your daily dose of omega 3s to some extent.<\/div>\n
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Daily Dosage of Omega 3 Fatty Acids<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

Leading health organizations have recommended that the daily requirement of omega 3 fatty acids by a healthy adult should be 250 – 500 mg.
\nOmega 3 fatty acids can be found in large quantities in fatty fish, high fat plant foods, and algae. Read on to find the 10 rich sources of omega 3 fatty acids.<\/p>\n

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