{"id":10227,"date":"2018-01-29T19:50:28","date_gmt":"2018-01-30T01:50:28","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.tcmetabolism.com\/?p=10227"},"modified":"2025-12-24T00:11:04","modified_gmt":"2025-12-24T06:11:04","slug":"everything-you-need-to-know-about-fish-oil-and-why-your-body-needs-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/serprofas.com\/tcfse\/everything-you-need-to-know-about-fish-oil-and-why-your-body-needs-it\/","title":{"rendered":"Everything You Need to Know About Fish Oil (and why your body needs it)"},"content":{"rendered":"

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]The word \u201cessential\u201d is pretty serious.\u00a0It indicates something mandatory, necessary, and survivalist. Yet, when it comes to essential fatty acids like Omega-3s, the human body is incapable of producing a supply, and many people don\u2019t bother to make sure they have enough. Unless you\u2019re eating salmon, sardines, and halibut on a regular basis, there\u2019s a good chance you\u2019re running low. Considering that omega-3 fatty acid deficiency is one of the\u00a0top 10 preventable causes of death\u00a0in America, you\u2019re going to want start stocking up. Fortunately, there\u2019s fish oil.<\/p>\n

What is Fish Oil?<\/h1>\n

Derived from the tissue of cold-water fish, fish oil contains essential omega-3 fatty acids, including eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). Don\u2019t worry\u2026you\u2019re not expected to fry up some fish and collect the fragrant remainders from the pan. While it\u2019s certainly ideal to get your omega-3s directly from the source, fish oil can be found in\u00a0supplements\u00a0for ease and\u00a0convenience\u2014and less identifiable breath.<\/p>\n

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Studies show that fish oil can be good for heart health.<\/p><\/div>\n

If you haven\u2019t incorporated fish oil in your diet, science says you should.\u00a0Studies<\/span><\/strong><\/a>\u00a0show that fish oil can potentially prevent strokes and heart attacks, reduce inflammation, help with anxiety, depression, and ADHD, and alleviate dry skin or eczema. The benefits are so compelling, in fact, that the American Heart Association (AHA) now\u00a0recommends\u00a0eating at least two servings of fish (particularly fatty fish) per week. That\u2019s not always possible in our on-the-go world (and\u00a0impossible\u00a0for vegetarians and anyone with an allergy), so, how can you be sure you\u2019re getting the most out of your fish oil supplement?<\/p>\n

Choose the right form of fish oil.<\/h2>\n

It\u2019s true that fish oil is packed with EPA and DHA, but the ratios vary depending on which type you choose. Children, and women who are pregnant or breast feeding do best with a higher DHA form, which supports brain development. Adult men and women, should choose a higher EPA form (greater than 50% concentration) for the anti-inflammatory benefits. You can measure your inflammation with a simple blood test but getting your dose of EPA can help regardless.<\/p>\n

Get the right type for your dosage.<\/h3>\n

Depending on your health condition, you may need more fish oil than the general population. If you\u2019ve have a history of certain cardiac problems, for instance, the AHA\u00a0recommends\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/a>having upward of 4 g\/day. Capsules are great at lower dosages, but liquid is better and easier for these higher dosage demands. Also, if you go with capsules and find you\u2019re burping up fish oil, look for enteric-capsules which prevent this by slowing the breakdown.<\/p>\n

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Choose fish oil in capsule or liquid form depending on the dosage you need.<\/p><\/div>\n

Use it long term.<\/h3>\n

Sadly, you won\u2019t reap the benefits of fish oil overnight\u2014it\u2019s going to take a long-term commitment. Fish oil works by slowly incorporating the fat from the oil into your body\u2019s cellular membrane, making it nice and flexible. This improves the health of the cell membrane, preventing inflammation and potentially increasing overall hormone function. But it takes time for this healthy change in membrane fat to occur.\u00a0And it’s got to be the right kind of fat, too.\u00a0Eat some french\u00a0fries, and that membrane\u00a0turns\u00a0rigid instead of soft, decreasing function and increasing inflammation. In this case, slow is better than fast.<\/p>\n

Buy from a trusted source.<\/h3>\n

You can buy fish oil anywhere\u2014but should you? Maybe not. Before it was in pill or liquid form, it was swimming around in contaminated waters. Thanks to distillation and manufacturers who adhere the highest standards, you don\u2019t have to worry about that. Unfortunately, not all retailers stick to those standards, and you may wind up consuming bio-concentrated toxins on a daily basis. To protect your health, buy your fish oil from a professional healthcare source.<\/p>\n

Before You Go Fish\u2026<\/h3>\n

Although fish oil can have a positive impact on your health, those with certain health conditions may want to avoid it (we\u2019re looking at you, fish-allergy people!). If you have a bleeding disorder, you\u2019re taking anti-clotting medication, or you\u2019re unsure in any way, consult with your doctor.<\/p>\n

Ready to take charge of your health? We\u2019re ready to help. Get in touch<\/span><\/a>.<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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