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Fish Oil Benefits and Recommendations

Fish oil is oil derived from the tissues of oily fish. Fish oils contain the omega-3 fatty acids , eicosapentaenoic acid ( EPA ), and docosahexaenoic acid ( DHA ). This acts as precursors of eicosanoids that are known to reduce inflammation throughout the body and are thought to have many health benefits. Fish oils can be obtained by eating fish or taking fish oil supplements. Fish that are rich in the beneficial oils known as omega-3 fatty acids includes mackerel, pollock, tuna, cod, salmon, catfish, sturgeon, halibut, mullet, bluefish, anchovy, sardines, herring, trout, shark and menhaden. They provide about 1 gram of omega-3 fatty acids in about 3.5 ounces of fish. Fish oil supplements are usually made from some of the above lists like cod liver, salmon, tuna, herring, mackerel, seal blubber and more. They often contain small amounts of vitamin E to prevent spoilage and have great effects to our health if combined with foods, and or, supplements that contains calcium, iron, o...