See Also: Linolenic Acid (Omega 3)(health)
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Gamma-linolenic acid(health)
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alpha-linolenic acid(medicine)
Alpha linolenic acid(health)
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linolenic(dictionary)
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Linolenic Acid (Omega 3) (health)


An essential fatty acid. Omega3, which is found in fish and certain plants, may reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and myocardial infarction by lowering triglyceride levels and blood pressure and preventing the formation of life-threatening thrombi.