Omega-3 Fish Oil Frequently Asked Questions
What is the optimum amount of fish oil to take?
Recommendations provided by the Food and Nutrition Board of the Institute of Medicine at The American Heart Association recommends eating 6 oz of cold water fish such as salmon or trout at least three times a week for Omega-3 dosage. If fish is not a regular part of your diet, then you should take a fish oil supplement that has at least 1400 mg of DHA and EPA.
Where does Omega-3 come from?
Omega-3 essential fatty acids are abundantly found in marine life such as cold-water fish, crustaceans, and certain types of algae. Sardines, anchovies, and mackerel are the primary sources used in fish oil production. These fish are called pelagic fish because they live in the top layer of the ocean and are less likely to contain traces of mercury like deeper water fish.
Eating fish or taking a fish oil supplement, which is better for my health?
Sadly, fish that we frequently eat like cod, orange roughy, and tuna have potentially high (toxic) amounts of mercury. By contrast, independent analyses of fish oil supplements show no trace of mercury and may be safer than eating fish. Fish oil is also usually purified to remove everything except the beneficial omega-3 essential fatty acids.
When is the ideal time to take a fish oil supplement?
You can take a fish oil supplement anytime that works best for you. However, we recommend taking fish oil with or after a meal, because it may cause upset on an empty stomach.
How do I take Omega-3 Fish Oil?
Thrive Naturals’ Omega-3 Fish Oil comes in a 60 softgels per bottle, which is a one-month supply. We recommend taking one softgels twice per day, about 20-30 minutes before a meal, with a glass of water.
What can be done about unpleasant fish burps?
Some people complain fish oil supplements cause fish burps, making them too unpleasant to take daily. To prevent fish burps, the Mayo Clinic suggests freezing your fish oil supplements. Freezing slows the process of breaking down in the stomach, and that reduces burps. Don’t worry, freezing fish oil does not affect its nutritional value. Freezing also preserves the fish oil so it’s less likely to spoil.
Can fish oil interfere with my medication or medical condition?
Generally, no, but please consult your doctor or health care professional before taking fish oil particular if you’re allergic to iodine, take high doses of aspirin, use blood thinners, or surgery is scheduled. The FDA says that omega-3 is safe as long as it does not exceed 3,000 mg a day.
When can I expect results?
While each person is different, and results may vary, most customers report feeling a difference as soon as they start regularly taking Omega-3 Fish Oil. Remember, at Thrive Naturals we stand behind our product with a 365-day (1-Year) Money Back Guarantee.
Are there any side effects?
There are no known side effects to Omega-3 Fish Oil. We recommend not taking more than our recommended dosage.
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