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Does omega 3 helps to increase height? and is't it good for the skin?

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Dr. John Munshower answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

No and yes: It may help the skin in some anecdotal studies and pt attestations but will not affect the body height. main use is for reducing blood triglyceride levels.

Dr Ferguson and 5 doctors agreed

Answered 3/18/2019

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