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A member asked:

Can i give my 2.5 toddler fish oil? she eats really good but i would like to give her some omega-3 since she doesn't like fish.

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Fish oil: Your toddler may have omega-3 fish oil. It may be important in brain and eye development.

Dr Koch agreed

Answered 7/17/2013

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