OMEGA 3 FATTY ACIDS
\ə͡ʊmˈe͡ɪɡə θɹˈiː fˈati ˈasɪdz], \əʊmˈeɪɡə θɹˈiː fˈati ˈasɪdz], \əʊ_m_ˈeɪ_ɡ_ə θ_ɹ_ˈiː f_ˈa_t_i_ ˈa_s_ɪ_d_z]\
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A group of fatty acids, often of marine origin, which have the first unsaturated bond in the third position from the omega carbon. These fatty acids are believed to reduce serum triglycerides, prevent insulin resistance, improve lipid profile, prolong bleeding times, reduce platelet counts, and decrease platelet adhesiveness.
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