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Choose the comparison that answers your question before choosing a winner. Quick answer: Fish oil, krill oil, and algae oil are different sources used in omega-3 supplements. Compare the actual EPA …

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A study about a prescription treatment cannot tell you what every bottle in the supplement aisle will do. Quick answer: Prescription omega-3 medicines can lower elevated triglycerides in appropriate …

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The phrase “fish oil” can hide an important distinction between a supplement and a prescribed medicine. Quick answer: Prescription omega-3 products are medications with specific formulations, approved …

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Three letters on a bottle can sound like a complete recommendation. They are really the start of a more specific question. Quick answer: EPA and DHA are different long-chain omega-3 fatty acids. A …

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Turn the bottle around. The useful comparison starts with the serving size. Quick answer: Find the serving size, then the EPA and DHA amounts for that serving. Add those two amounts if you want their …

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The supplement aisle gives you plenty of numbers. Here is how to decide which ones deserve your attention. Quick answer: Start with the reason you are considering omega-3, then compare the amount of …

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