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Omega 3's: The Forest Gump Molecule

Omega 3's are ubiquitously present in the plant world, being critical for photosynthesis. They are the most abundant fat on Earth and essential for animals' eyesight due to their flexibility. Omega 3's are found in fast-moving organisms like tiny fish and sperm, as well as in the heart, hummingbird wings, and caribou hooves for maintaining flexibility in movement. However, the brain has the highest concentration of Omega 3's, crucial for fast signal transmission among brain cells.

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