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Is cod liver oil a good source of omega3fatty acids?
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Cod liver oil, as the name suggests, is the essential oil extracted from the livers of atlantic cod (gadus morhua). The oil is commonly taken as a dietary supplement. It is one of the best sources of omega 3 fatty acids (epa and dha) and contains relatively high amounts of vitamin a and vitamin d.
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