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Last broadcast on Mon, 26 Oct 2009, 16:00 on BBC Radio 4 (see all broadcasts).
Synopsis
According to scientists, we need to dramatically increase our intake of omega 3 fatty acids and reduce our intake of omega 6 fatty acids to achieve a healthy balance. It is a controversial debate with all sorts of vested interests at stake.
As manufacturers add omega 3 to a whole host of products, consumers can be left confused in the face of claim and counter claim. What can they believe? What is in the products we buy anyway, and how much does it matter?
Sheila Dillon explores the issues.
Nutrition Policy Unit
Many relevant documents on the issue of claims about O3s are accessible on the website of the Nutrition Policy Unit.
Broadcasts
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Sun 25 Oct 200912:32
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Mon 26 Oct 200916:00
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