Omega-3 fatty acids have had a prominent place in the conversation around health promotion and disease prevention—especially CVD prevention—for decades. While alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) is found in plant sources like flaxseeds and walnuts, the most clinically significant omega-3s are eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), which are primarily sourced from marine life. Initially popularized [...] The post The Omega-3 Index in Cardiovascular Health: Beyond Standardized Recommendations appeared first on Today's Dietitian Magazine .