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Omega 3 Fatty Acids

Main Ingredients:   Omega 3 Fatty Acids (AKA: Fish Oil, Alpha-linolenic Acid, Elcosapentaenoic Acid, Docosahexaenoic Acid, Omega-3, N-3, Essential Fatty Acid)

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6.4  Effectiveness
1.3  Side Effects
5.5  Holistic Benefits

RateADrug users have reported 1 Omega 3 Fatty Acids side effect and 4 Omega 3 Fatty Acids benefits.

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Reported Changes in Health and Well-Being
Since taking Omega 3 Fatty Acids, RateADrug survey participants noticed these changes in their health:
Effect on:Much WorseWorseNo ChangeBetterMuch Better
Appetite 2.7% 0% 89.2% 5.4% 2.7%
Balance/Equilibrium 2.7% 0% 83.8% 13.5% 0%
Blood Pressure 0% 2.7% 75.7% 16.2% 5.4%
Breathing 2.7% 0% 86.5% 8.1% 2.7%
Confidence 0% 0% 89.2% 5.4% 5.4%
Coordination/Motor Skills 2.7% 0% 83.8% 10.8% 2.7%
Digestion 2.7% 0% 89.2% 5.4% 2.7%
Emotional Well-being 0% 2.7% 78.4% 13.5% 5.4%
Energy 2.7% 5.4% 62.2% 18.9% 10.8%
Eyesight 2.7% 2.7% 86.5% 5.4% 2.7%
Memory 0% 0% 86.5% 8.1% 5.4%
Mental Clarity 2.7% 0% 81.1% 10.8% 5.4%
Pain 2.7% 0% 83.8% 13.5% 0%
Patience 0% 0% 89.2% 5.4% 5.4%
Sexual Health 2.7% 0% 91.9% 5.4% 0%
Skin Complexion 0% 0% 73% 16.2% 10.8%
Sleep 2.7% 5.4% 81.1% 10.8% 0%
Stress Level 0% 2.7% 78.4% 13.5% 5.4%
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Commonly Reported Omega 3 Fatty Acids Side Effects
RateADrug survey participants experienced these commonly reported side effects:
Effect on:NoneMildModerateStrongSevere
Abdominal Pain 66.7% 33.3% 0% 0% 0%
Constipation 91.3% 8.7% 0% 0% 0%
Diarrhea 91.4% 8.6% 0% 0% 0%
Fatigue 97.3% 2.7% 0% 0% 0%
Headache 97.3% 2.7% 0% 0% 0%
Leg and/or Foot Cramping 50% 50% 0% 0% 0%
Muscle / Joint Pain 87.5% 12.5% 0% 0% 0%
Muscle Cramping 50% 50% 0% 0% 0%
Nausea 94.6% 5.4% 0% 0% 0%
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Less Commonly Reported Omega 3 Fatty Acids Side Effects
RateADrug survey participants experienced less commonly reported side effects:
Effect on:NoneMildModerateStrongSevere
Change in Weight 75% 25% 0% 0% 0%
Increased Depression 66.7% 33.3% 0% 0% 0%
Metallic Taste in Mouth 94.4% 0% 5.6% 0% 0%
Sensitivity to Light 94.4% 5.6% 0% 0% 0%
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Episodes since taking Omega 3 Fatty Acids
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18 May 2011 Omega 3 Fatty Acids, it's really healthy and reduces my stress quickly,so i Love it.
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03 Aug 2010 I began taking this when I found out that it can improve upon the effects of antidepressants. I had been taking an antidepressant for about a year, and about 3 months ago added omega 3. Since then, I have noticed that my energy levels are slightly higher, I've become more productive and motivated, and I feel slightly happier.
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03 Aug 2010 I began using omega 3 fatty acids when I learned that it can help improve upon the effects of antidepressants. So far, the difference between just taking my antidepressant and taking both is slight but still noticeable: I have a bit more energy with omega 3 fatty acids as well and I seem to be more motivated and productive.
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19 Jul 2010 works great
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16 Jul 2010 I know these are really good for you.
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