Question 1

are fish the best source of omega-3 fatty acids?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Oily fish are the source of the epidemiological data suggesting health benefits. Other fish have lesser amounts of fish oils. Supplements are variable in their content of epa and dha components, and potential issues of mercury and other contaminants (though not serious issues with reputable sources) have existed.  Supplements not truly validated for comparable benefit as fish itself.

Question 2

i'm allergic to fish, but i still need omega-3. what should i eat?

Accepted Answer

OMEGA 3-6-9: Capsules. Won't cause an allergic reaction.

Question 3

what is the best way to get the omega 3's and good nutrients found in fish without actually eating fish?

Accepted Answer

Sea vegetables: Foods such as seaweed and kelp are rich in omega-3s found in fish. Foods such as chia seeds and flax seeds contain other omega-3s.

Question 4

what's the best way to get my omega-3 fats if i am allergic (anaphelixic) to fish?

Accepted Answer

Skip them!: Most recent data suggests that they're not helpful. If there is some modest benefit, it doesn't pay for you to take the chance if you have anaphylaxis with fish.

Question 5

wat is the best brand of omega 3 fish oil and how much shoud a 43 yr old female consume daily?

Accepted Answer

The best brand of : Omega 3 fish oil comes from eating fish, not taking pills. Better to change your diet and include the fish and skip the pills. No benefit shown from taking pills. They just put a hole in your wallet. The benefit comes from eating the fish.

Question 6

why is it ok to take omega 3's derived from fish but not to eat fish with hive breakout? other ways to get omegas?

Accepted Answer

Allergy to proteins: When someone is allergic to a food they  react to specific proteins.Omega 3 oils are highly purified ; thus don't contain any proteins.Omega 3 fatty acids are also found in nuts ; seeds- esp. Good sources are flax, chia, hemp seeds ; walnuts;but veg. Sources have ala which our bodies convert to epa/dha but some have trouble converting. 
See http://www.Whfoods.Com/genpage.Php?Tname=nutrient;dbid=84.

Question 7

what is the best kind of omega 3 suppliment is best? fish oil? flax? does it matter which fish it's from? what should you look for?

Accepted Answer

Flax: Krill oil and fish oil are the new snake oil, both are high in omega 3 fatty acids which are extremely fragile. Omega 3 fish oils reduce triglycerides by impairing the liver's ablility to make them. However the oxidative stress caused by fish oil actually raises LDL cholesterol. 
Some day we may use the phrase "this is just more fish /krill oil" or "here comes the fish/krill oil salesman" flax ok.

Question 8

how much fish-n-chips would a person need to eat to get his daily 1-2 grams of omega 3 fish oil? is it influenced by the type of frying oil is used?

Accepted Answer

Omega 3 : The trials for this still a bit unclear but based on current information, 1-2 fish servings of fish ( not chips) per week can be beneficial. Yes frying oils can influence nutritional value. Extra light olive oil, safflower oil, canola oil can be good options.

Question 9

hi drs  i don't like fish so i am rarely eat fish (once/month)...  what kind of supplements can i take to get omega-3 ? p.s: i don't have any disease

Accepted Answer

You're 21?: Don't take supplements. If you don't like fish, at least try to avoid red meat. Eat plenty of fruits, vegetables, nuts, olive oil, a little wine, some chocolate, coffee, and tea you'll get lots of good anti-oxidants plus tasty foods to enjoy!

Question 10

what is the best dosage for a fish oil and omega 3 supplement.  i just started taking one and was wondering what is the best dosage?

Accepted Answer

Read the Label: Fish oil supplements contain variable amounts of the two essential Omega-3 acids DHA and EPA. Make certain that you are taking at least 1000mg of these two combined for maximum benefit.

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Wat is the best brand of omega 3 fish oil and how much shoud a 43 yr old female consume daily?

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Why is it ok to take omega 3's derived from fish but not to eat fish with hive breakout? other ways to get omegas?

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What is the best kind of omega 3 suppliment is best? fish oil? flax? does it matter which fish it's from? what should you look for?

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How much fish-n-chips would a person need to eat to get his daily 1-2 grams of omega 3 fish oil? is it influenced by the type of frying oil is used?

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Hi drs i don't like fish so i am rarely eat fish (once/month)... what kind of supplements can i take to get omega-3 ? p.s: i don't have any disease

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What is the best dosage for a fish oil and omega 3 supplement. i just started taking one and was wondering what is the best dosage?

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