Is Docosahexaenoic Acid vegetarian?

Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) is an omega-3 fatty acid important for brain, retina, and skin function. It can be obtained from fatty fish or fish oil (animal-derived) or from algae oil (plant/algal source), and can also be synthesized biotechnologically.

An ingredient is considered vegetarian if it avoids components derived from killing an animal.

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