Why you should be taking Fish Oil Supplements

IF YOU ARE GOING TO USE ONE SUPPLEMENT USE --> FISH OIL, BECAUSE:
- They are anti-inflammatory (protecting your heart)
- They help you reduce triglycerides (a bad fat in your blood)
- They are anti-thrombotic (which means omega-3s fight blood clots)

I suggest using Omega-3 capsules as there is no taste and no fishy burps this method.

There is evidence from multiple studies supporting intake of recommended amounts of DHA and EPA in the form of dietary fish or fish oil supplements lowers triglycerides, reduces the risk of death, heart attack, dangerous abnormal heart rhythms, and strokes in people with known cardiovascular disease, slows the buildup of atherosclerotic plaques ("hardening of the arteries"), and lowers blood pressure slightly. However, high doses may have harmful effects, such as an increased risk of bleeding. Although similar benefits are proposed for alpha-linolenic acid, scientific evidence is less compelling, and beneficial effects may be less pronounced.

High blood pressure Multiple human trials report small reductions in blood pressure with intake of omega-3 fatty acid. DHA may have greater benefits than EPA. However, high intakes of omega-3 fatty acids per day may be necessary to obtain clinically relevant effects, and at this dose level, there is an increased risk of bleeding. Therefore, a qualified healthcare provider should be consulted prior to starting treatment with supplements.					A
Hypertriglyceridemia (fish oil / EPA plus DHA) There is strong scientific evidence from human trials that omega-3 fatty acids from fish or fish oil supplements (EPA + DHA) significantly reduce blood triglyceride levels. Benefits appear to be dose-dependent. Fish oil supplements also appear to cause small improvements in high-density lipoprotein ("good cholesterol"); however, increases (worsening) in low-density lipoprotein levels (LDL/"bad cholesterol") are also observed. It is not clear if alpha-linolenic acid significantly affects triglyceride levels, and there is conflicting evidence in this area. The American Heart Association has published recommendations for EPA + DHA. Because of the risk of bleeding from omega-3 fatty acids, a qualified healthcare provider should be consulted prior to starting treatment with supplements. There is growing evidence that reducing C-Reactive Protein (CRP) is beneficial towards favorable cardiovascular outcomes, although additional research is pending in this area. The data on fish oils and CRP levels is mixed.

Benefits of Fish oil for Women

Since fish oil is associated with reduced bodily inflammation, regular consumption may prevent or alleviate bloating and pain caused by PMS. According to the University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC), women who take fish oil supplements regularly report fewer menstrual cramps than women who do not. The omega-3 fats present in fish oil also improve brain function, which contribute to mood balance and emotional health. For this reason, fish oil may help reduce the severity and frequency of mood swings associated with PMS.

For best results in reducing PMS symptoms through fish oil, a woman may opt to consume coldwater fish at least twice weekly and/or take daily fish oil supplements. Fish oil supplements contain both healthy acids that fatty fish provide–EPA (eicosapentaenoic) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid). The UMMC suggests basing fish oil dosage on EPA and DHA content rather than amount of fish oil contained for best results. Standard fish oil supplement provide approximately 180 mg (milligrams) of EPA and 120 mg of DHA. The UMMC recommends a maximum daily dosage of 3 grams of fish oil for most adults, as excessive intake can increase bleeding.