OMEGA-3 FROM FISH OIL…TOO
MANY CHOICES!
Q. I went to buy some in-expensive fish oil and
was blown away by the choices. What is
good and what isn’t? Do you have any recommendations?
Andrea V
.
A. Most shoppers have the misconception that the
“fish” in fish oil is always salmon. Please
be aware that “fish oil” is just that.
That is, oil derived from ANY available fish source. This raw material fish source can be
sardines, anchovies, mackerel, krill etc. Basically whatever is cheapest on the market
for that manufacturing run. If you
specifically want salmon or cod fish liver oil then you have to purchase the
brands that manufacture from these fish sources.
I assume you
are taking the fish oil for the omega-3 (heart healthy substance) content. Most OTC (over the counter) fish oils are
1000 mg. capsules. This doesn’t mean
your getting 1000 mg. of omega-3 in each capsule. Instead, it means that this capsule and all
of its content WEIGHS 1000 mg. This is a
measurement of weight…not content. You’re
probably getting approximately 300 mg of actual omega-3 in each 1000 mg
capsule.
Be sure that
whichever brand you are buying tells you these three things: The exact omega-3 content. The exact EPA and DHA potencies (these are
the medicinal components of omega-3).
And finally, whether their product is purified. This purification can go by several key words
on the labels. Look for the words purified,
ultra-purified or molecularly distilled.
With years
of research backing it up, the proof shows that omega-3 from any source is good
for cardiovascular (heart) health.
Remember, consistency is the key.
AMV
*Health Disclaimer: This
information is not presented by a medical practitioner and is for educational
and informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute
for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
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