Many knowledgeable people know of omega 3 fish oil benefits. What they are unsure of is what happens if one takes too much omega 3s. However, the most significant fish oil side is not related to the nutrient content of the fish.
Which fish oil side effect is the most common? The usual suspects that are written about are an unpleasant aftertaste, bad breath, indigestion and excessive bruising or bleeding. Let's come back to bruising later.
People who shop at a seafood market often put their selection to a smell test. If it smells too "fishy", it is probably starting to go rancid. There really should not be a strong odor. Seafood needs to be consumed when fresh or it could very likely cause digestive problems.
This is the same issue with the oil. Their are literally thousands of commercial boats and ships that are tied to the seafood industry. The various catches are sold and shipped worldwide. Companies do all sorts of things to keep the raw product from spoiling.
One of their techniques is using chemical additives to prevent oxidation. Another trick is to add flavoring to disguise the smell. An even worse idea is to add an enteric coating to the oil. This hides both the taste and smell.
In other words, for most people, the worst fish oil side effect is a reaction to the way the catch is transported and processed. A quality supplement will not have these freshness issues.
When doing your research, look for a company that uses a local catch of an omega 3 rich species. My product is caught and processed locally. There are no additives or tricks. They are not needed.
The bruising or bleeding issue is a little different. This has to do with the omega 3 content. Fish oil may be the best natural blood thinner on the planet. It can do wonders for your cardiovascular system. However, if you are already taking a blood thinning drug, you definitely need to check with your doctor to make sure that there are no conflicts.
The FDA and AHA think about 2-to-3 grams per day is a good number for a healthy, non-pregnant adult. They believe that any more that that should be at least approved by your doctor.
For people just starting supplementation, I suggest starting with 1/2 [500mg] gram daily and then raising the dosage until they feel comfortable. It is no secret that Eskimos and other coastal dwellers are some of the healthiest individuals on the planet. Their natural "comfort level" is about eight [!] grams of omega 3s every day. Personally, three grams per day is what I use.
Which oil side effect should cause the most worry? For most consumers that use normal doses of one of the better supplements, there shouldn't be any. My website can help you continue your research.
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