Can omega-3 supplements help in muscle recovery?

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

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Omega-3s & Muscle Recovery

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What Research Says

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Anti-Inflammatory Benefits

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How Much Should You Take?

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Should You Try It?

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Soothe the strain, power the gain, Omega-3 keeps you in the game.

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