7 Vegetarian Sources Of Omega-3 For A Healthier You

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[{"selector":"#anim-a2a47cea-7f71-48a2-b8fe-3745f1f9de4d","keyframes":{"opacity":[0,1]},"delay":0,"duration":600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] [{"selector":"#anim-2b603c0b-d016-47f3-ad3c-683da083f2e8","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(0px, 209.50752%, 0)","translate3d(0px, 0px, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":600,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] Here are 7 delicious vegetarian foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids. Photo Credit: Shutterstock

Chia Seeds

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Flaxseeds

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Walnuts

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Soybeans

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Brussels Sprouts

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Hemp Seeds

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Kidney Beans

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