How much Omega-3 fatty acids do we need?

In accordance with the recommendations of various specialist organisations, the Arbeitskreis Omega-3 e.V. recommends that a healthy person consumes more than 0.3 g Omega-3 fatty acids (EPA/DHA) a day.

During pregnancy and nursing, woman should take an average of 0.2 g DHA a day. Patients with heart/circulation diseases should increase their consumption to at least 1 g EPA/DHA a day.

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EFSA assesses 5 g of long-chain omega-3 fatty acids as safe

Daily supplemental intakes of 5 g of long-chain omega-3 fatty acids raise no safety concerns for adults, EFSA has concluded.

The Panel on Dietetic Products, Nutrition and Allergies (NDA Panel) delivered its scientific opinion after reviewing the data on the possible adverse health effects caused by excessive intake of these omega-3 fatty acids.

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