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Echium seed oil superior to algae EPA/DHA for vegetarian heart health

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Within the UK, dietary intakes of long chain omega-3 fatty acids are well below current recommended levels for optimal cardiovascular health.   Whilst adequate intake of the long chain omega-3 fatty acids eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acids (DHA) can be achieved by eating fatty fish at least 1–2 times per week, (equivalent to 250–500mg/d of … [Read more…]

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