Question

Fish oil contains fatty acids that are good for the heart! Some studies show that they may reduce the risk of coronary disease! Each tablet is 250 milligrams. Your doctor wants you to take 3 grams (g) per day. How many tablets do you need to take per day?

Answer 1

Your doctor wants you to take 12 tablets per day.

Each tablet is 250 mg, so 4 tablets make 1g.


4 tablets x 3g = 12 tablets a day

Answer 2

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