Question 1

would natural blood thinners like reishi mushroom, cinnamon, cayenne, or fish oil, have the same risks as aspirin for cerebral microbleeds (as an alternative - not in addition to)?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: A large number of medications were developed from a natural  source, usually with certain modifications to magnify its potency , duration  and easy of administration.  It will require a very large amount of certain natural  component to cause a significant bleeding or if is taken with a medication that increases this side effect.
In people with bleeding disorders may increase risk of bleeding

Question 2

which is better for the brain: flaxseed oil or fish oil?

Accepted Answer

Fish oil: Fish oil contains Omega 3 , Flaxseed oil contains Omega 3 &amp; 6 fatty acids.

Question 3

would it be safe for me to take an fish oil pill to improve my memory and brain health? if so would it affect my birthcontroll?

Accepted Answer

Fish oil: Refer to this wiki for lots of information on fish oil:

http://en.Wikipedia.Org/wiki/fish_oil.

Question 4

what is dha from most fish oil?  and isnt it true that it is needed by your brain  more that epa

Accepted Answer

O3: There are reports stating dha is more prevalent in the brain and more important, primarily due to the findings of reduced brain inflammatory chemicals, which are usually linked to some neurodegenerative and inflammatory conditions. This did not report that epa was not as important for other reasons. Nevertheless, it is thought that both are anti-inflammatory and positive for brain function.

Question 5

hit the back of my head hard. on call neuro said tylenol (acetaminophen) only less chance of bleeding brain. should i stop my 3000mg fish oil a day for a while?

Accepted Answer

Medication effects: Thank you for informing about Depression, Xanax (alprazolam), (alprazolam) Omeprazole and Nadolol.
It is likely that you had Medication side effects of drowsiness, dizziness, vertigo, confusion, and impaired coordination due to Xanax (alprazolam), (alprazolam) Omeprazole and Nadolol which led to ‘hitting back of your head”
See Internist for side effects, Medication interaction, fish oil and treatment.
See Psychiatrist for Xanax (alprazolam) effects and Therapy.

Question 6

can you tell me are adult gummies fish oil omega 3 epa& dha good for brain too ?

Accepted Answer

Fish oil: Refer to this wiki for lots of information on fish oil:

http://en.Wikipedia.Org/wiki/fish_oil

there are not really rigorous studies on fish oil to support supplementation before daily requirements.

Question 7

to help brain & heart function, what dosage of omega-3 fish oil is recommended  for my age at 67 ?

Accepted Answer

Two-four grams per: Day in two divided dosages. If you don't trust dietary supplements there's prescription Lovaza or Vascepa each having different EPA/DHA ratios.

Question 8

i have taken 81 mg aspirin for 8 years for blood clot prevention for brain avm. but i'm on lithium and a doctor said switch to fish oil to improve kidney function. he said fish oil is preferred treatment. can i switch? what's best dosage of fish oil?

Accepted Answer

I would not: Aspirin is an antiplatelet agent and for many of us is the treatment for blood clot prevention with your condition, As long as there’s no content Acacian to taking the aspirin.

Question 9

how long to use fish oil?

Accepted Answer

Fish Oil: Studies have shown that  moderate consumption of fish oil can reduce heart disease risk.  This is less than 250 mg/day.  Consuming more than that, may not offer additional value.

Question 10

what does fish oil pills do?

Accepted Answer

Fish Oil: Fish oil supplies essential omega-3 fats that our bodies cannot make on their own.  Among their many effects, they can lower triglycerides, prevent heart disease,  help reduce high blood pressure, and reduce inflammation in the body.  Fish oil helps ward off depression too.  In general, most people need at least 1-2 grams of epa and 500mg dha per day in a fish oil preparation.

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Would natural blood thinners like reishi mushroom, cinnamon, cayenne, or fish oil, have the same risks as aspirin for cerebral microbleeds (as an alternative - not in addition to)?

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Which is better for the brain: flaxseed oil or fish oil?

A member asked:

Would it be safe for me to take an fish oil pill to improve my memory and brain health? if so would it affect my birthcontroll?

A member asked:

What is dha from most fish oil? and isnt it true that it is needed by your brain more that epa

A member asked:

Hit the back of my head hard. on call neuro said tylenol (acetaminophen) only less chance of bleeding brain. should i stop my 3000mg fish oil a day for a while?

A member asked:

Can you tell me are adult gummies fish oil omega 3 epa& dha good for brain too ?

A member asked:

To help brain & heart function, what dosage of omega-3 fish oil is recommended for my age at 67 ?

A member asked:

I have taken 81 mg aspirin for 8 years for blood clot prevention for brain avm. but i'm on lithium and a doctor said switch to fish oil to improve kidney function. he said fish oil is preferred treatment. can i switch? what's best dosage of fish oil?

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How long to use fish oil?

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