Good Omega-3 Fish Oil Capsules?

[Keebler Elf]

What's a good amount of EPA and DHA per capsule?

I checked out Nature's Bounty and it's a combination of 260 mg per capsule (x2-3 per day) for both but they don't tell you how much of each. Compared to other brands, this seems low.

Life Brand clocks in at 400 EPA and 200 DHA per capsule (x2-3 per day).

Trying to get a rough estimate of what's a decent/good number.

 

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Sorry to pop your Capsules, but....

Applies to omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids: oral capsule liquid filled

In addition to its needed effects, some unwanted effects may be caused by omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (the active ingredient contained in Fish Oil). In the eventthat any of these side effects do occur, they may require medical attention.

You should check with your doctor immediately if any of these side effects occur when taking omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids:

Incidence not known
Bleeding gums
cough
coughing up blood
difficulty with breathing or swallowing
dizziness
fast or irregular heartbeat
headache
hives, itching, or skin rash
increased menstrual flow or vaginal bleeding
nosebleeds
paralysis
prolonged bleeding from cuts
puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
red or black, tarry stools
red or dark brown urine
sweating
tightness in the chest
unusual tiredness or weakness
Some of the side effects that can occur with omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids may not need medical attention. As your body adjusts to the medicine during treatment these side effects may go away. Your health care professional may also be able to tell you about ways to reduce or prevent some of these side effects. If any of the following side effects continue, are bothersome or if you have any questions about them, check with your health care professional:

Less common
Acid or sour stomach
bad, unusual, or unpleasant (after) taste
belching
bloated or full feeling
change in taste
excess air or gas in the stomach
heartburn
indigestion
stomach discomfort, upset, or pain
Incidence not known
Diarrhea
difficulty having a bowel movement (stool)
loss of appetite
nausea or vomiting
passing of gas
stomach fullness

http://www.drugs.com/sfx/fish-oil-side-effects.html

 

[Keebler Elf]

That's all great but the vast majority of doctors recommend fish oil to their patients.

So back to the original question...

 

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That's all great but the vast majority of doctors recommend fish oil to their patients.

So back to the original question...

If this is your answer, why not then ask your doctor for the answer that you are asking , not to a community of hobbyists and sex workers...lol...this is a bad place to get any medical advice...discussion yes but not advice.

It is my understanding that providing any medical advice even though through an online form is not the greatest of an idea, and can come loaded with unknown problems.

I have an uncle who had some problems taking this stuff, just saying, maybe it is better to check with your doctor.

 

[realthing69]

I take Systane Omega-3 recommended from my eye doctor (dry eyes). Note that my eye doctor sells them but I only get them from him once a year (he says its one of the better quality Omega-3s).

EPA-400g
DHA-200g

per liquid gel.

 

[Butler1000]

Or just eat more fish.....

 

[shakenbake]

Or just eat more fish.....

This! Some time ago, there was a study on the efficacy of these types of supplements. the conclusion was that it was much better to get Omega-3 from natural sources, as much as possible. The Omega-3 fatty acids are much more efficiently used in the natural state.

 

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This! Some time ago, there was a study on the efficacy of these types of supplements. the conclusion was that it was much better to get Omega-3 from natural sources, as much as possible. The Omega-3 fatty acids are much more efficiently used in the natural state.

+3 , I believe in this as well. Maybe because I drank too much in highschool, and took lots of supplements when I was working out hardcore, and now I can't handle supplements well and am developing lactose intolerance, allergies to apples and wine etc...

For me, the natural well balanced meal method works best, maybe my liver can't function as well as it did when I was younger to process everything properly.

 

[spraggamuffin]

http://www.costco.ca/webber-natural...mg----2-x-180-Softgels.product.100145028.html

http://www.gnc.com/GNC-Ultra-Triple...roductId=11838226&cp=3593182.4046473.72539866

 

[Keebler Elf]

If this is your answer, why not then ask your doctor for the answer that you are asking , not to a community of hobbyists and sex workers...lol...this is a bad place to get any medical advice...discussion yes but not advice.

It is my understanding that providing any medical advice even though through an online form is not the greatest of an idea, and can come loaded with unknown problems.

I have an uncle who had some problems taking this stuff, just saying, maybe it is better to check with your doctor.

Blah blah blah.

Move along.

 

[Keebler Elf]

Or just eat more fish.....

You can only eat so much fish and if you eat too much you get other problems (mercury). Agreed though, a balanced diet is always better.

 

[MattRoxx]

You should check out Dr Rhonda Patrick and foundmyfitness.com for information on fish oil.

This video's about fish vs krill oil but she has spoken and written at length on research into fish oil.

Dr. Rhonda Patrick discusses the differences between krill oil and fish oil in terms of bioavailability and transport into different cells. She explains how DHA and EPA from fish oil in ethyl ester form (molecularly distilled) is the least bioavailable due. She also explains why omega-3 fatty acids in phospholipid from from krill oil are more bioavailable than EPA and DHA in triglyceride form from fish oil. She talks about the differences in transport of DHA into the brain and why krill oil has a type of DHA (DHA in phosphatidylcholine) that is more readily transported into the brain because it forms DHA-lysophsophatidylcholine. She talks about astaxanthin, a carotenoid that is unique to krill oil, and has potent antioxidant activity and prevents the oxidation of DHA and EPA.

 

[shakenbake]

You can only eat so much fish and if you eat too much you get other problems (mercury). Agreed though, a balanced diet is always better.

There are many sources for Omega-3 fatty acids, not just fish. Eat a balanced and varied diet, and you will have no real need for supplements. Omega-3 is found in olive oil, flax seeds, and a whole host of other sources.

 

[GPIDEAL]

If this is your answer, why not then ask your doctor for the answer that you are asking , not to a community of hobbyists and sex workers...lol...this is a bad place to get any medical advice...discussion yes but not advice.

It is my understanding that providing any medical advice even though through an online form is not the greatest of an idea, and can come loaded with unknown problems.

I have an uncle who had some problems taking this stuff, just saying, maybe it is better to check with your doctor.

He didn't ask about the side effects of fish oil supplements. And a doctor won't know the answer because it's not a medical question but a consumer product one.

But thanks for the public service message. I'm sure I have a fish oil supplement in my pantry but I don't take them religiously or a lot. I try to eat a balanced diet.

 

[GPIDEAL]

There are many sources for Omega-3 fatty acids, not just fish. Eat a balanced and varied diet, and you will have no real need for supplements. Omega-3 is found in olive oil, flax seeds, and a whole host of other sources.

Good points too.

 

[GPIDEAL]

That's all great but the vast majority of doctors recommend fish oil to their patients.

So back to the original question...

There are some health food product stores with knowledgeable staff or who have a very good reference manual to draw upon.

If you want a referral to a couple of places (and if you live in the west end), PM me.

 

[GPIDEAL]

He didn't ask about the side effects of fish oil supplements. And a doctor won't know the answer because it's not a medical question but a consumer product one.

But thanks for the public service message. I'm sure I have a fish oil supplement in my pantry but I don't take them religiously or a lot. I try to eat a balanced diet.

P.S. I have a book entitled The Green Pharmacy buried somewhere. If I can find it, I'll see what he says. I have another manual that I can refer to as well. I'll check this weekend.

 

[MissCroft]

Or just eat more fish.....

Old thread but, yes, I try to eat salmon two or three times a week. Also olive oil, walnuts, and avocados.

 

[op12]

Lab Door is a website that tests and ranks supplements.

https://labdoor.com/rankings/fish-oil

 

[SkyRider]

, I try to eat salmon two or three times a week.

Eat the wild ones not the farmed ones.