Why are supplements of fish oil NOT recommended for pregnant and lactating women?

a. They may contain Listeria bacteria
b. They may contain concentrated toxins
c. They alter the ratios of dietary omega-3 to omega-6 fatty acids
d. They are often derived from fish containing saturated, shorter-chain fatty acids


b

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