What are pros and cons of Fish Oil pills?
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Fish Oil \n\n\nClaims, Benefits: Prevents heart disease, alleviates auto-immune disorders, plus many other claims. \n\nBottom Line: Fish oil contains heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids. Many studies find some beneficial effect, especially against heart attacks. But supplements can have adverse effects. We recommend fish, but not fish oil capsules, except for those with heart disease or auto-immune disorders. \n\nFull article, Wellness Letter, November 2003: \n\nShould You Take Fish Oil Pills? \n\nNearly every month there’s another study showing the health benefits of fish, and some of these studies have used fish-oil supplements. The Wellness Letter has never been big on these supplements. They contain the heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids, but not the other good things in fish, and they are not without risk. Our opinion about these supplements has changed somewhat, however, because of ongoing research and new advice from the American Heart Association (AHA). \n\nHere’s who should consider taking fish-oil supplements: \n\nPeople who already have coronary artery disease, notably those who have had a heart attack. There is solid evidence that omega-3s can help protect them. Thus, last year the AHA started recommending 1 gram a day of omega-3s, preferably from fish, for these people, with their doctors’ approval. That’s the amount in a serving of fatty fish, such as 3 ounces of salmon. But most people don’t eat fish every day, and many choose less-fatty fish (it takes 12 ounces of canned tuna or 7 ounces of flounder to supply 1 gram of omega-3s). Moreover, since fish may contain mercury, we advise limiting fish intake to 12 ounces a week, on average. So to get enough omega-3s without going overboard on fish, people with heart disease should consider taking fish-oil supplements on days when they don’t eat fish. \n\nThose with high triglycerides. These fats in the blood increase the risk of heart disease. It’s well known that omega-3s help lower triglycerides. The AHA recommends 2 to 4 grams a day from supplements for people with high triglycerides, but only under the care of a physician. \n\nThose with rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, or other auto-immune disorders. Omega-3s may help relieve the inflammatory symptoms of such auto-immune diseases by suppressing the immune response. Thus, they can help reduce the joint pain and swelling of rheumatoid arthritis. The Arthritis Foundation says the supplements are worth trying. Clinical studies suggest about 3 grams of omega-3s a day. \n\nWhat about people with coronary risk factors, such as diabetes or high blood pressure, but no apparent heart disease? We suggest that they get their omega-3s from two or three weekly servings of fatty fish. There have been no clinical studies to see if fish-oil supplements will help them. \n\nNot for everyone \n\nIf fish oil is so great, why shouldn’t everyone take supplements? \n\n• The decreased ability of the blood to clot, which helps prevent heart attacks, has a negative side, notably an increased risk of hemorrhagic stroke. People with bleeding disorders, those taking anticoagulants, and those with uncontrolled hypertension should not take fish oil supplements.\n\n• Large doses of fish oil may suppress the immune system. Thus, supplements may be risky for those with weakened immune systems. What’s a "large dose"? One definition is 3 grams or more a day, but no one really knows what the cutoff point is.\n\n• Large doses can increase glucose levels in people with diabetes.\n\n• Large doses can cause nausea, diarrhea, belching, and a bad taste in the mouth. \n\n• The supplements may contain contaminants and may not contain the labeled dose. A recent test by Consumer Reports of top-selling supplements was reassuring on both counts, even for the least expensive brands, but that doesn’t mean that the next batches will be okay—or that other brands on the market are. Last year a test by ConsumerLab.com found no de
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I don't know how reliable is it to say that squalene is from shark liver oil but fish liver oil is fish liver oil, it should both be good, I think you could try to find a local cardiologist and have him/her comment on different types of fish oil, good luck
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Your doctor can prescribe a statin for you to help and for yourself you can add omega 3 fatty acids (I take fish oil tablets).\n\nOh yes, keep fit as well.
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Absolutely, it's good to get omega-3 from fish oil/flax seed. I personally prefer flaxseed supplements because you don't get the fishy aftertaste.
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make sure he's taking his fish oil.
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add a good source of Omega 3 fish oil make sure it is pharmaceutical grade,  omega 3 is proven to help lower also soy protein is good in helping lower overall cholesterol.  you can do a search on omega 3's and see all the great things they do.
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as mentioned before fish oils are good, but you need to find them with omega 3 and high levels of EPA and DHA. This helps stimulate blood flow to the brain and therefore improve concentration. \n\nHope this helps
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these products are effective; you must follow the suggestions on the bottle b/c a lot of them suggest drinking plenty of water; regular exercise; balanced diet\n\nthese suggestions are important to follow b/c any unhealthy activity will sabotage the diet supplements\n\nthe downfall behind the supplements is that as soon as you stop using them you gain the weight back, unless you have implemented a good exercise/eating plan;\n\nit's good if you consult a doctor or personal trainers on this, that way a professinal can assess whether you need those pills or not; those pills can be addictive and only people who are overweight by 60 pounds or more should use them, also adults over the age of 20 should use them, b/c by this time your body should have stop growing; they aren't intended for children/teens
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Fish oil is great for brain function. Kids with add take this and show great improvement. Go to a health food store and ask for advice they will be more than happy to help.
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Omega-3 fatty acids are important building blocks of our cell membranes, signaling pathways and neurological systems. They play a critical role in many functions in the body and are essential for good health. The benefits of omega-3 fatty acids in cardiovascular disease are so well demonstrated that the American Heart Association recommends increased fish intake and/or omega-3 supplements. Scientists and physicians have also discovered many other benefits of omega-3 fatty acids.
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if you took a ton of it you'd probably have some stomach problems and feel nauesated. also, if you're using an omega 3 thta is fish based and the fish has any mercury in it, that wouldn't be so good for you probably...but other than that i don't think so. another thing i read said that in studies people who got took 1 gram a day were less depressed than the people taking 2 grams a day (the theory being that your body can't process it if you take too much...so it oxidizes which is apparently bad......) but then in some of the depression studies people were taking CRAZY amounts of omega 3s (like 9 grams a day) and doing just fine.
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depends on your age and the type of imbalance.  If you are young and not trying to conceive a doctor will probably prescribe birth control.  If you are menopausal then hormone replacement therapy.  You may want to contact a holistic practitioner for advice if you are looking for holistic methods.  It really depends on what the imbalance is as to what to take.  Omega threes can help just do not get non-pharmaceutical grade fish oils.  Fish oils are often full of pollutants. Flax and Rose hip are a good cheap sources and expensive fish oils with pollutants removed is another option.
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Fish oils are used for 'brain food' in many parts of the world. Perhaps it is your diet causing memory loss, but it could be other things, too, like stress, depression, anxiety, normal aging.......If the condition impairs your daily life, see a doctor, or a dietitian.
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I am going to have to go with Omega 3-6-9fish body oils. You need all 3 because they all provide different benefits. They are good for circulation, joints, skin and heart health.
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try taking 1000mg of fish oil ...2 capsules 3 x a day
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I just come from my naturopathic doctor and we just talked about this.  I went there to get help in losing weight.  She has put me on a whole bunch of supplements, and flaxseed is one of them.  I am using the flaxseed meal (which is just the grounded seeds), and add it to my soy, fruit shake I make very day.\n\nThe great thing about the flaxseed meal is that it has both the oil and the gound seeds, and it is also way cheaper than just the oil.  It is high in fiber and keeps your bowels moving, so you don't store up all the toxins and homones in your digestive system.  You can get it at any health food store for about $2.30 CDN\n\nFlaxseed oil is good for the heart because it is the richest source of alpha-linolenic acid. Lowers cholesterol, protect against heart disease and control high blood pressure. Several studies indicate that flaxseed oil, as well as ground flaxseeds, can lower cholesterol, thereby significantly reducing the risk of heart disease. Flaxseed oil may also have a protective effect against angina (chest pain) and high blood pressure.
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Omega 3 is good for the brain just like bananas. omega 3 is found in fish.