Conversion of ALA to EPA and DHA

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JackNorrisRD said:
By Jack Norris, RD, LD Whether vegetarians and vegans should supplement with the long-chain omega-3 fatty acids, EPA or DHA, or can rely on conversion from the short-chain omega-3 fatty acid, ALA, remains unclear. In recent years, my position has been that it’s not necessary, but conclusive data is lacking. I recently decided to dig […]
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