Omega-3 &amp; eye health: what science says about your vision?

Omega-3 & eye health: what science says about your vision?

Written by: Deepa Sarkar Reviewed by: Dr. Swati Mishra

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What Are Omega-3 Fatty Acids?

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Why Eyes Need Omega-3?

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Omega-3s for Dry Eye Syndrome

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Support for Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)

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Omega-3s in Children's Eye Development

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Recommended Omega-3 Intake for Eye Health

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Final Takeaway

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