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Omega-3

noun A type of essential fatty acid that is essential for good health.

Flaxseeds are far and away the best vegetarian source of this polyunsaturated fat, with 8.5 grams of omega-3 per tablespoon; other good vegetarian sources of omega-3 are seaweed, hemp oil, walnuts, canola oil, and dark green leafy vegetables. In addition, foods such as eggs and milk may be fortified with omega-3.

  

Related terms

omega-6 - polyunsaturated fat

   

Synonyms

n-3, w-3

  

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