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A member asked:
I don't like seafood at all. would i benefit from taking fish oil instead?
5 doctors weighed in across 4 answers
No: There is no great benefit from fish oil supplements in reducing cardiac risk and it may increase the risk of prostate cancer.
Answered 12/30/2014
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Cardiovascular Dis?: Yes, if you have risk factors or cardiovascular disease. But, you may want to clear that with your family physician or cardiologist first.
Answered 1/16/2014
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Fish oil: You can take fish oil if you don't care for tuna, salmon or halibut.
Answered 1/9/2014
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Omega three: Several brands available. Old time cod liver oil!, make a choice and follow tests.
Answered 1/13/2014
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