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Newborn rats died after mothers fed rancid fish oil – Expert reaction

Expert Reactions  |  Published: 22 July 201603 May 2017

UPDATED: A new study from Auckland-based researchers found feeding pregnant rats high doses of rancid fish oil caused a high […]

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‘Fishy’ labels for fish oil supplements

In the News  |  Published: 22 January 201523 January 2015

Most fish oil supplements sold in New Zealand contain less omega-3 fatty acids than their labels claim, according to new […]

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UPDATED: Fish oil capsules fall short on quality, freshness – experts respond

Expert Reactions  |  Published: 22 January 201528 March 2016

Most fish oil supplements sold in New Zealand contain less omega-3 fatty acids than their labels claim, according to new […]

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Omega-3 fatty acids – health benefits under the stethoscope

Expert Reactions  |  Published: 03 July 201203 July 2012

Claims of health improvements based on consumption of Omega-3 fatty acids will be tested against the evidence in Auckland this […]

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Fish oil during pregnancy – benefits questioned

Expert Reactions  |  Published: 20 October 201022 October 2010

New research led by the University of Adelaide challenges advice that pregnant women should increase their intake of fish oil. […]

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