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Omega 3 fish oil 1000mg.what are the benefits of that food supplement and is there any side effects for it.and do i need medical prescription.
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Fish Oil: Fish oil supplies essential omega-3 fats that our bodies cannot make on their own. They can lower triglycerides, prevent heart disease, help reduce high blood pressure, and reduce inflammation in the body. Fish oil helps ward off depression too. In general, most people need at least 1-2 grams of epa and 500mg dha per day in a fish oil preparation. No prescription is needed.
Answered 8/4/2018
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