Fish Oil

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   marinealways24posted 14 years ago

   Do you take any fish oil supplements? Supposedly they contain Omega 3 which is good for the brain along with other qualities. I may be wrong. Do you take any fish oil supplements and have you noticed a difference since taking them?

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      cosetteposted 14 years agoin reply to this

      no, but i eat fish at least twice a week. is that enough?

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         marinealways24posted 14 years agoin reply to this

         I'm not sure, but I don't think so. I think it is recommended everyday.

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   Crazdwriterposted 14 years ago

   OOO OOO Hey Marine! and I do I do...when I remember taking them I take them for the Omega 3 because I am not much of a fish eating person though I am getting more into it now...SUSHI!!!

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      marinealways24posted 14 years agoin reply to this

      Thanks Crazd. Have they helped you out in any way?

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         Crazdwriterposted 14 years agoin reply to this

         ummm...not that I notice. of course I don't notice things like that. I am taking a pill for stress and notice it working a little bit

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            marinealways24posted 14 years agoin reply to this

            Yeah, I heard it is good with that and also ADD and depression along with focusing thoughts. I don't know how much of it is true.

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   Crazdwriterposted 14 years ago

   I think it depends on the DNA make of different ppl. Sometimes it helps and sometimes it doesn't. But it all depends on the individual taking the pills

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   Mishaposted 14 years ago

   It was obligatory to every kid back in the USSR

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      marinealways24posted 14 years agoin reply to this

      lol Why?

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         Mishaposted 14 years agoin reply to this

         I guess for two reasons:
         
         1. Real or perceived health benefits
         2. Yet another way of teaching obedience to children

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            marinealways24posted 14 years agoin reply to this

            Do you think it works? It should have some credit if an entire country used it, no?

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   Marisa Wrightposted 14 years ago

   Actually I wrote a Hub about keeping your brain young, where I talk about this.  Yes, I take a multivitamin with fish oil in it.  There's very strong evidence that taking Omega-3 enables your brain to function better, but there's conflicting evidence as to which is better - fish oil or ground flax seed.

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      marinealways24posted 14 years agoin reply to this

      Thanks Marisa, have you read any Dr. Amen books?

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         PrettyPantherposted 14 years agoin reply to this

         I have read them, and I took my two children to his clinic for evaluation.

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            marinealways24posted 14 years agoin reply to this

            Thanks Panther. Has there been progress?

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      alfredoeposted 14 years agoin reply to this

      Hi All: I don't believe there is controversy over fish oil or flax seeds. Fish oil contains EPA and DHA the only omega 3 fats that are "bio available", from animal origin.
      
      Flaxseed has ALA, a type of omega 3 fat from vegetable origin that has to be converted into EPA and DHA before it can be used by the body, it is not bio available.
      
      The main benefit from fish oil (out of more than 50 benefits) is its anti inflammatory properties. Inflammation causes heart disease, diabetes, hypertension, high cholesterol, cancer, immune disorders, Alzheimers, etc.
      
      Fish oil works through a hormone like compounds called eicosanoids that are produced in every cell. You can read more here http://www.omega-3-fish-oil-wonders.com … noids.html
      
      Best wishes,
      Alfredo E.

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   lyricsingrayposted 14 years ago

   stinky.

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      marinealways24posted 14 years agoin reply to this

      lol That is what my wife said about burping it up. I burped after taking some and didn't get the rotten fish taste as she described.

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   Mishaposted 14 years ago

   I frankly have no idea. And personally prefer raw salmon.

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      marinealways24posted 14 years agoin reply to this

      I like cooked salmon, can't mess with the raw.

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   prettydarkhorseposted 14 years ago

   I eat sardines from Asian market hehe, it is rich in fish oil omega3 and salmon too,

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      pinkboxerposted 14 years agoin reply to this

      I also go the omega 3 path in my diet with salmon, sardines, and tuna. Plus ,I take the omega 3 supplement in capsule form (1200 mg a day ), as tolerated.

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   Jane@CMposted 14 years ago

   I can't, I'm alergic to shell fish & doctor says its too risky for me to take.  I try to eat more fish, but I'm just not a fish person.  Wish there were other ways to get that Omega 3.

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      Ohmaposted 14 years agoin reply to this

      I just got back from the grocery store where I saw orange juice enhanced with Omega3 maybe that can help you.

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    donotfearposted 14 years ago

    I take it....1000mg a day. Along with some other stuff. I feel better physically than I have in several years, due to a combination of the right diet, exercise and vitamins.

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    cosetteposted 14 years ago

    really? hmm. oh wait i also have Thai soup once a week, and the stock is made with a fish sauce base, so three times a week. every day? that sounds pretty fishy

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       marinealways24posted 14 years agoin reply to this

       lol It does sound fishy. Maybe it is a fish conspiracy.

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          cosetteposted 14 years agoin reply to this

          
          
          i guess i just don't like fish as much as i should. as soon as i eat it i have to go brush my teeth and if i can't do that, i rinse my mouth and chew trident.

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             marinealways24posted 14 years agoin reply to this

             I'm pretty sure some to most people rarely eat fish everyday let alone 3 or more days a week. I think thats why most including myself supplement for not having a balanced diet.

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    Ms Chievousposted 14 years ago

    Yes Marine I take Fish oil daily.  I really believe it helps with my mood, especailly in the winter when I am not exercising as much and there is little sunlight!  I seem to notice that my thinking is less negative when I am taking the fish oil...

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       marinealways24posted 14 years agoin reply to this

       Interesting. Thanks. I started taking it 2 days ago. I'm trying to analyze whether or not I can tell a difference. It's too early to tell right now.

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    Jeffrey Nealposted 14 years ago

    I began taking it today, actually. It was suggested after tests taken during a recent doc visit.  He told me that it would raise my only-slightly-low "good cholesterol" a little bit. I have also heard of the potential benefit to brain function, but never tried taking it before.
    
    I do take a B-complex as I feel that it makes me a little more energetic, and I'm typically not.
    
    I would imagine, though, that it should take several weeks to notice any difference in the way it makes you feel (and function), assuming there is any change.

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       marinealways24posted 14 years agoin reply to this

       Thanks, keep updating if you don't mind.

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          Jeffrey Nealposted 14 years agoin reply to this

          Sure, but I may need a reminder.

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             marinealways24posted 14 years agoin reply to this

             If it works, you and I should both remember the thread.

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                Jeffrey Nealposted 14 years agoin reply to this

                I thought that right after hitting submit!

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                   marinealways24posted 14 years agoin reply to this

                   Power to the fishies!

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    Rochelle Frankposted 14 years ago

    I think that benefits from nutritional changes and supplements accrue over a long period of time. It is unlikely that people would see a dramatic change in a short time, but it still might be useful for overall health in the long term.
    A lot of doctors recommend the fish oil and it is generally believed to be beneficial (bene fishoil?) for a lot of conditions. I like sushi and cooked fish, but also take the capsules. Walnuts and other nuts are also high in Omega 3.

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       marinealways24posted 14 years agoin reply to this

       Yeah, from what I read, Omega-3 is the main thing. I am doing good to eat fish twice in a month.

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    HollywoodRastaposted 14 years ago

    The recommended amount is 3 grams aka 3,000mg a day!
    
    Last week I met this guy in his 50's in killer shape, 6 pack abs. He takes up to 15 grams a day. I guess...just listen to your body. Im going to try to slowly work up to 6grams aday. Im no doctor but I do tend to study nutrition. But please dont go trying to shove 15 grams of fish oil down your throat. I would say to keep a regimen of 3grams and work it to another 1-3grams per additional meal after that.

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       marinealways24posted 14 years agoin reply to this

       Does fish oil build super humans?

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    Colebabieposted 14 years ago

    Yes, I do. My skin is purdy I take 1000mg/day. You can also get a prescription, this is better than the kind in GNC because it is absorbed more readily. I did a research project for my Biology of Cancer course on the benefits of Omega 3. Look up some studies by Dr. Ron Pardini. Really cool stuff!
    
    FYI- There is a vegetarian Omega 3 supplement as well.
    
    For products with Omega 3, be really careful! Usually it is not a large enough amount to be absorbed by the body or really make a difference. Example: Breyers yogurt with Omega 3 has like 8mg of DHA in it. Will it hurt you? No of course not. But will it really make a difference? Probably not. Just a marketing scheme.

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       marinealways24posted 14 years agoin reply to this

       I have to admit, I am pretty stunned how much you know about various unrelated topics. lol I think this is only possible with at least a bit of ADD. Am I right?

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    yenajeonposted 14 years ago

    this is NOT in reference to normal fish oil (omega 3 capsules) but there is shark liver oil out there i.e. squalamene, alkoxyl and my uncle, who had stage 3 kidney cancer beat cancer with NO chemo, drugs or anything except with the purest shark liver oil.
    
    He was diagnosed to live for only 3 more months and that was 11 years ago. I am a total believer in it

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       marinealways24posted 14 years agoin reply to this

       That is great to hear, but what is the difference between fish oil and shark liver oil?

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    rebekahELLEposted 14 years ago

    I take 2 omega 3's daily plus the ground flax seeds. I sprinkle them on cereal, salads, yogurt. 
    
    I used to eat more fish, but sometimes really wonder about fish because of the high amounts of mercury found in water.
    
    I just read this article the other day with recent news about omega 3's.
    
    http://www.sciencenews.org/view/generic … s_tally_up
    
    also a good article for women
    http://www.womens-health-questions.com/omega-3.html

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    RealEstateHelperposted 14 years ago

    I take omega 3 supplement regularly

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    Greg Cremiaposted 14 years ago

    I started taking cod liver oil capsules for dry skin and my skin has definitely become softer and more pliable in about a weeks time. I'm hooked.

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    alfredoeposted 14 years ago

    As with any supplement, there are 2 things to keep in mind when you take fish oil, the dosage and the frequency. If one the 2 is not adequate you will not get good results.
    
    In the case of fish oil there is not established dose it depends on several factors but in short, you should take at least 900 mg of omega 3 fats (EPA plus DHA form the label) every day. That is close to 3.000 mg of fish oil, depending on the fish oil you get.
    
    Please read more than 50 benefits you can get from fish oil http://www.omega-3-fish-oil-wonders.com … efits.html

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