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Definition of Omega-3
1. Noun. A polyunsaturated fatty acid whose carbon chain has its first double valence bond three carbons from the beginning.
Specialized synonyms: Alpha-linolenic Acid, Docosahexaenoic Acid, Eicosapentaenoic Acid
Generic synonyms: Polyunsaturated Fatty Acid
Lexicographical Neighbors of Omega-3
Literary usage of Omega-3
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Second Report of the Expert Panel on Detection, Evaluation, and Treatment of ...by Scott M. Grundy by Scott M. Grundy (1997)
"Fish is the major source of omega-3 fatty acids in the US diet. ... At high
intakes, omega-3 fatty acids will reduce serum triglycérides substantially ..."
2. A Food Labeling Guide by DIANE Publishing Company (1994)
"Such a claim might be "x grams of omega-3 fatty acids. ... However, "Contains
omega-3 fatty acids" or "provides omega-3 fatty acids" (without the specific ..."
3. Warmwater Fisheries: Symposium I (1991) edited by James L. Cooper, R. H. Hamre (1999)
"Recent studies have suggested various benefits of omega-3 fatty acids to human
health (Stansby 1990, Land 1986). Studies by The National Institute of Health ..."
4. Nutrient Composition of Rations for Short-term, High-intensity Combat Operations by Fnb, Institute of Medicine (U. S.), High-stress Situations, Committee on Military Nutrition Research, National Academy of Sciences (2005)
"Inhibition of leukocyte-endothelial interactions by oxidized omega-3 fatty acids:
A novel mechanism for the anti-inflammatory effects of omega-3 fatty acids ..."
5. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: State of the Science, Best Practicesby Peter S. Jensen, James R. Cooper by Peter S. Jensen, James R. Cooper (2002)
"Overview of omega-3 fatty acids in infant development: Visual, cognitive, ...
Paper presented at NIH Workshop on omega-3 Essential Fatty Acids and ..."
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