India, Aug. 13 -- Omega-3 fatty acids, which can be found in fish and flaxseed, yield a number of health benefits, including the prevention of heart disease, a 2016 study published in the National Centre for Biotechnology Information found. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, ENT/otorhinolaryngologist Dr Vishal Tyagi, consultant, Fytika Healthcare Group, said dietary fat like omega-3 has experienced a complete flip in the recent past - from being dreaded to something that must be harnessed. Also read | Are you having enough omega-3? Know 5 common food sources and when you should take supplements

The doctor explained that omega-3 and omega-7 fatty acids are both essential for our health, but they have different benefits and sources. He sai...