I am a a young mother of two boys who has
recently heard the benefits of taking
Omega 3. It seems that they are really
good for cardiovascular health and even
your hair and skin. Is this true? There
are so many different ones out there that
picking one of them is hard. Does anyone
have any advice on taking Omega 3? Is
this really something I should be taking?
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Bobby_Mac
New User, Becoming EHEALTHy
Joined: 11 Dec 2007 Posts: 1
Tried Product Posted: 12-13-07 12:51pm
I just started taking a supplement called
NutraSea. It’s made by a company called
Ascenta and you can get it in a liquid or
capsules from health stores. I get the
liquid because it absorbs quicker and
it’s flavored so it doesn’t taste
anything like fish. Actually, it tastes
good; it’s lemon flavored. I think they
have a new orange flavored one too that I
haven’t tried yet. I’ve been taking
it for about a month and I definitely
noticed a difference in my skin; it’s a
lot more moisturized. But the biggest
improvement is my alertness. I feel like
I’m more on top of things. I’m also a
runner and my stamina has increased; I
don’t get suckers-winded as I usually
do. I would recommend this product.
Check out their website.
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eeyore46
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Joined: 16 Apr 2008 Posts: 348
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Posted: 05-14-08 21:25pm
I too am confused. My doctor recommended
1000 mg. daily and the directions on the
one I bought (1000 mg.) says to take 3
times daily. I am currently taking the
1000 mg as suggested. I know it is good
for heart health, and I have also heard it
is good for depression. I am not sure. I
have also heard Vitamin C is good for
anxiety - has anyone else heard of this?
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huffster
New User, Becoming EHEALTHy
Joined: 30 Dec 2006 Posts: 40 Location: Appleton, WI USA
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Posted: 05-21-08 22:47pm
Fish oil and Omega-3 has many benefits.
Among the most popular is cardiovascular
health. In fact, there are studies
comparing fish oil to statin drugs which
show that fish oil is actually safer and
more beneficial than statins, believe it
or not. And as I said, that is just one
of the benefits. Fish oil is also great
for joints, hair, and skin. Just do a
google search on fish oil studies and
you'll find plenty of info out there.
When selecting a fish oil supplement, keep
in mind that it is important to try and
use something which is pharmaceutical
grade and preferable NSF certified. This
ensures that you are getting the highest
quality product and most bioavailable form
available. Meaning, your body will absorb
it. Personally, I use Usana but as I
said, the important thing is to try and
use a pharmaceutical grade product.
