What is Omega 3 Fatty Acids?
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TYPES:Generic: Omega 3 Fatty AcidsBrand:
Essential fatty acids like those found in fish oil, flaxseed and walnuts may reduce the risk of breast cancer. Fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, soy products are also protective.
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How do members experience Omega 3 Fatty Acids?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| High triglycerides (hypertriglyceridemia) | 71 | 8 | |
| General health | 54 | 15 | |
| Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis | 6 | 0 | |
| Support brain health | 4 | 2 | |
| Depressed mood | 3 | 1 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Abnormal urine smell | 1 | |
| Bad taste in mouth | 1 | |
| Diarrhea | 1 | |
| Fish taste burps | 1 | |
| Muscle and joint pain | 1 | |
| Nausea | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 2 | |
| Moderate | 2 | |
| Mild | 4 | |
| None | 29 |
Member evaluations
Mamaw5
evaluated on Jan 15, 2015
- Perceived effectiveness for General health: Can't tell
- Side effects: None
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JoeP3
evaluated on Feb 03, 2012
- Perceived effectiveness for high triglycerides (hypertriglyceridemia): Slight
- Side effects: Mild
Adriana Nato
evaluated on Dec 11, 2010
- Perceived effectiveness for General health: None
- Side effects: None
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