Question 1

could cod liver oil contain omega 3 beneficial for the heart and arteries ?

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I'm skeptical: The journals and internet are fully of contradictory stuff, but the last three big studies I've seen showed no cardiac benefit, which is what I expected. You're free to ask a local evidence-based holistic physician about this. Everyone agrees they are no substitute for sensible eating, avoiding smoking, and physical fitness.

Question 2

is cod liver oil safe?

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Should be: My only concern would be heavy metals or PCBs concentrated in the oil.  But that's true of all the ocean fish that we eat.  See if they test for those toxins.  I would just stick with your fish oil capsules.  And my my only other concern would be that it tastes like ... Cod liver oil!  ;-)

Question 3

is cod liver oil good for you?

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Depends: It will not do harm, but if you have no reason to take this supplement, it will not do any good. It will not make you superhealthy!
For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Drink enough water daily, so that your urine is mostly colorless. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. 
Practice safe sex.

Question 4

is cod liver oil good for constipation?

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No: Cod liver oil provides vitamins a and d.

Question 5

what effect does cod liver oil have on warfarin?

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Interaction: There have been reported rises in inr in fish oil ingesting patients, if you take cod liver oil, your inr must be monitored closely to see what the effect is in the individual; wouldn't recommend it.

Question 6

do i have to take multivitamins plus cod liver oil?

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Daily vitamins: Yes, most people eat the same foods on a regular basis. A daily multivitamin can insure no deficiencies occur. If you eat fish regularly  you can get the oils from your diet.

Question 7

any interaction with cod liver oil and multivitamins?

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Be aware: The fat in the cod liver oil may help some nutrients like fat soluble vitamins(A, D, E, K) be better absorbed and others not so much.

Question 8

is it a problem to take cod liver oil with xenical tablets?

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Yes: You will "poop" it all out and you won't have enough clean underwear to go around.  Put a cork in it and don't take it together (if taking xenical at all!).

Question 9

what are the benefits of taking cod liver oil capsules along side citalopram. ??

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Nutritional boost: No need to take supplements if on citalopram. But if  ok with your doctor for other reasons,  cod liver oil capsule should be fine. Best wishes.

Question 10

can you tell me are cod and haddock very healthy or is it only cod liver oil supplements that is healthy?

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Cod and Haddock: Cod, because it is more of a cold water fish would be higher in omega 3 than haddock so in theory should be healthier.  However, haddock would be a healthier alternative to red meat so I don't think you could go wrong with either.  Try both and eat the one you like best the most. Choose the second place winner over red meat.

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