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Where are eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) predominantly found?
Where are eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) predominantly found?
What is the effect of 1 gram per day of omega-3 fatty acids on the occurrence of sudden cardiac death?
What is the effect of 1 gram per day of omega-3 fatty acids on the occurrence of sudden cardiac death?
How do very long chain omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA) affect blood TAG concentrations?
How do very long chain omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA) affect blood TAG concentrations?
What effect do all three omega-3 fatty acids have on vascular function?
What effect do all three omega-3 fatty acids have on vascular function?
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What has not been sufficiently proven yet regarding the effect of omega-3 fatty acids?
What has not been sufficiently proven yet regarding the effect of omega-3 fatty acids?
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Which fatty acids are considered essential and must be consumed in the diet?
Which fatty acids are considered essential and must be consumed in the diet?
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What are the main physiological actions of eicosanoids?
What are the main physiological actions of eicosanoids?
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What is the role of omega-3 fatty acids in the human body?
What is the role of omega-3 fatty acids in the human body?
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Which fatty acids do trans-fatty acids not fit into cell membranes in the same way as?
Which fatty acids do trans-fatty acids not fit into cell membranes in the same way as?
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What are the main sources of alpha-linolenic acid?
What are the main sources of alpha-linolenic acid?
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What does 'Fat free' mean according to the text?
What does 'Fat free' mean according to the text?
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What is the purpose of adding other components to fat-free products?
What is the purpose of adding other components to fat-free products?
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What is the hypothesis related to trans-fatty acids according to the text?
What is the hypothesis related to trans-fatty acids according to the text?
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What is the main effect of hydrogenation on fatty acids?
What is the main effect of hydrogenation on fatty acids?
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What should one be cautious about when considering 'light' products?
What should one be cautious about when considering 'light' products?
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Why are Omega 3s considered a vital part of cell membranes?
Why are Omega 3s considered a vital part of cell membranes?
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What is the significance of the balance between Omega 3 and Omega 6 consumption?
What is the significance of the balance between Omega 3 and Omega 6 consumption?
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What are the typical healthy ratios of Omega 6 to Omega 3 intake?
What are the typical healthy ratios of Omega 6 to Omega 3 intake?
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How do Omega 3 and Omega 6 fatty acids interact in the body?
How do Omega 3 and Omega 6 fatty acids interact in the body?
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What is the purpose of consuming Omega 3 and Omega 6 in a balanced proportion?
What is the purpose of consuming Omega 3 and Omega 6 in a balanced proportion?
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Which fatty acids are considered essential and can lead to deficiency if not consumed?
Which fatty acids are considered essential and can lead to deficiency if not consumed?
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Who are most commonly seen to be at risk of essential fatty acid deficiency?
Who are most commonly seen to be at risk of essential fatty acid deficiency?
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What is the primary source of cholesterol in the body?
What is the primary source of cholesterol in the body?
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Which type of fatty acids have the most potent effect in increasing plasma cholesterol levels?
Which type of fatty acids have the most potent effect in increasing plasma cholesterol levels?
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What is the relationship between dietary cholesterol and plasma cholesterol according to the text?
What is the relationship between dietary cholesterol and plasma cholesterol according to the text?
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