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Omega-3 Fatty Acids

• What it is

  "Omega-3 fatty acids are found in foods, such as fish and flaxseed, and in dietary supplements, such as fish oil."

  NIH Office of Dietary Supplements (Omega-3 Fatty Acids — Consumer)

• Reference intake

  "Boys 9–13 years: 1.2 g"

  NIH Office of Dietary Supplements (Omega-3 Fatty Acids — Consumer — Recommended Amount)

• Reference intake

  "Breastfeeding teens and women: 1.3 g"

  NIH Office of Dietary Supplements (Omega-3 Fatty Acids — Consumer — Recommended Amount)