Sonora, CA
A 39-year-old female asked:
Best kinds of fish besides salmon that's high in the good oils that help with lowering cholesterol? how many mgs flax oil pills should be taken daily?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Venkata Chilakapatianswered
Internal Medicine - Cardiology 25 years experience
Fish: Tuna is also best one. Fish oil pills 1-4 grams per day basing on your tolerance and triglyceride levels.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
4.8k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
Dr. Caroline Cribarianswered
Psychiatry 25 years experience
Fish oil for brain: The omega 3 fatty acids must be from fish rather than from plant source in order to benefit brain health. Take ~1200mg epa/day + ~1000mg dha /day must be taken with food or drink that has fat in it, in order to absorb the fish oil....Otherwise you will be flushing your omega3 fish oil down the toilet without having absorbed it.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
4.8k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Last updated May 7, 2016
People also asked
Connect with a U.S. board-certified doctor by text or video anytime, anywhere.
24/7 visits - just $44!
50% off with $19/month membership
Disclaimer:
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.