Omega 3's - Page 3

fawn · 07-07-2008, 08:20 AM

Jennifer, I don't think that's a good option for you. What brand did you get? As well, another important point is the quality and cleanliness of the fish oil (free of contaminants) This is definitely not a supplement I would grab at your grocery store. You are best served speaking to a knowledgable clerk at your local health food store or if no access, on line.

I believe the average adult needs minimally 1000mg. and this is if you consume salmon more than once per week and especially your proximitiy to the equator as this is your vitamin D reserve. (You lack sunshine for the D conversion) Unless you are south of the equator, you're not getting the sun/vitamin D conversion

ksmom3 · 07-07-2008, 08:26 AM

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Originally Posted by fawn

Jennifer, I don't think that's a good option for you. What brand did you get? As well, another important point is the quality and cleanliness of the fish oil (free of contaminants) This is definitely not a supplement I would grab at your grocery store. You are best served speaking to a knowledgable clerk at your local health food store or if no access, on line.

I believe the average adult needs minimally 1000mg. and this is if you consume salmon more than once per week and especially your proximitiy to the equator as this is your vitamin D reserve. (You lack sunshine for the D conversion) Unless you are south of the equator, you're not getting the sun/vitamin D conversion

Thanks Fawn! I don't know what I was thinking when I bought these!LOL I had my 3 kids at walmart I think I just wanted to get the heck out of there!

I will not take these and def. go to the store and get a better brand. BTW the brand of these are One Source gummies. But, I think I will give them to my kids along w/ their mult. vit. everyday and look for a better brand for them when these are gone. And I usually cook salmon twice a week (love it!) and my kids all love it too! My youngest thinks it chicken!LOL

sbarr · 07-07-2008, 09:40 AM

Amy - Sorry, couldn't PM you.

I did for 2 months, but latching, supply and work makes it difficult. I had to pick my battles - did it exclusively for almost 2 months (most critical time) and had to scale back with work. It is a very emotional topic for me and I'm finally at peace with my approach. She gets some (it's both nutritional and nurturing) - and I'm building a strategy for the cleanest and healthiest food I can throughout her development years.

Prozak · 07-07-2008, 09:56 AM

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Originally Posted by sbarr

Amy - Sorry, couldn't PM you.

I did for 2 months, but latching, supply and work makes it difficult. I had to pick my battles - did it exclusively for almost 2 months (most critical time) and had to scale back with work. It is a very emotional topic for me and I'm finally at peace with my approach. She gets some (it's both nutritional and nurturing) - and I'm building a strategy for the cleanest and healthiest food I can throughout her development years.

I worked harder than any other woman on the planet who breastfeeds easily 100%. I was lucky to get 30% with #2, and up to 75% with #3.

I am also very emotional about it, and even when out in public try to hide the fact that she is bottle fed.

6 months for me was a lifetime... I am lucky I had such a support system from my family, because it took up 8-12 hours a day of latching, trying to get to let down (sometimes it took an hour) and 24 herbs and pills 4x a day around the clock. Growth spurts killed me.. as I was never able to increase as her needs went up.

#2 was worse, (I had my surgery 8.5 months before she was born, so yeah, do the math: I was pregnant when I had my reduction and did not know it) letdowns took FOREvER and I practically had to be hypnotized to get there, so I pumped. I spent 10-12 hours A DAY stuck to that pump, and after 4.5 months I ended up on antidepressants.

I look at what I gave my babies as a gift... and try not to focus on what they may have lost out on. I know women who never let their babies near their breasts, not even once... but I try to not judge them but it is really hard for me to not get angry when they asked me why I even bothered!

I get looks from them about the organic formula, glass bottles and NO MICROWAVE GASP?!?!?! and have had 2 friends who were SHOCKED that she was 8 months old and not on 'real milk' yet. (their Docs told them real milk was just fine for an 8 month old, and guess what? we all have the same Doctor LOLOLOL.. yeah, I don't spend a lot of time in his office after he told me to feed her sugar water until my supply went up when she was 6 days old and only 5.5lbs)

TAMYRAJEAN · 07-07-2008, 10:08 AM

Fawn I cannot take multi's because to much vitamin A triggers headaches with my intracranial hypetension. I have Pseudotumor Cerebri. I am afraid the cod liver oil would trigger them also. It only takes about a week for multi-viatamins to start making my head ache. I take potassium, vitamin D, and calcium on a regular basis. Any other suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

afuentes · 07-07-2008, 10:17 AM

I use Barlean's Omega 3,6,9 oils and I love it. I get it at Sunflower Market, Whole Foods, or Vitaminn Shoppe. It is non negotiable.

finallylowcarb · 07-07-2008, 02:41 PM

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Originally Posted by sbarr

Amy - Sorry, couldn't PM you.

I did for 2 months, but latching, supply and work makes it difficult. I had to pick my battles - did it exclusively for almost 2 months (most critical time) and had to scale back with work. It is a very emotional topic for me and I'm finally at peace with my approach. She gets some (it's both nutritional and nurturing) - and I'm building a strategy for the cleanest and healthiest food I can throughout her development years.

I am sorry it was so difficult for you.

I know it is an emotional topic and I didn't want to cause any further anguish. I have my own story with my second baby. The other three I nursed for a year, but with her, I started the mini pill, which dried up my milk within a few days. I tried every thing to get my supply back, but nothing worked.

She is a beautiful baby! I definitely have a case of baby fever when I see your avi.

Omega3 lady · 07-07-2008, 05:15 PM

It's very important to consume omega-3s from fish oil when on a low-carb diet, unless you eat fish 3-5 times per week. I've enjoyed reading this posting thread and have some comments.

Dose and Quality matter. Not all fish oils are the same. I suggest you get a 'better' brand. The cheap fish oil is usually cheap for a reason - either it's not as pure, it's not fresh or it's not what it is labeled to be. You wouldn't eat bad fish - so don't eat bad fish oil. If it tastes bad....it likely is.

Teens and adults need at least 500 mg of EPA and DHA from fish oil (not 500 mg of fish oil), and most professionals recommend a minimum of 1000 mg of EPA and DHA for people with mental health or heart issues in the family.

Look at the label. It takes 5 caps of one brand to get 500 mg of EPA and DHA, and ten (10) of the little round strawberry capsules to get 500 mg. You can get 700 mg in one capsule of the good stuff (I can't name brands, from what I understand). It's a much better value and easier on the whole family to take fewer capsules.

How much you need depends on why you are taking it. On a LC diet, I'd take at least 1000 mg of EPA and DHA from fish oil on a daily basis and more if, for example, you want to reduce triglyerides (2000 - 4000 mg EPA and DHA per day, according to research).

I work with research and education in the omega-3 industry. If you have more questions, just post a question.

fawn · 07-07-2008, 08:24 PM

ah yes, quality matters with all supplements. Do you have a preferred brand omega3?

Tamryajean.....was the vitamin A synthetic in the multi's?

Alison Jean 71 · 07-07-2008, 08:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Omega3 lady

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Look at the label. It takes 5 caps of one brand to get 500 mg of EPA and DHA, and ten (10) of the little round strawberry capsules to get 500 mg. You can get 700 mg in one capsule of the good stuff (I can't name brands, from what I understand). It's a much better value and easier on the whole family to take fewer capsules.

We throw brand names out all the time. I am pretty sure it is okay. I would love to know what you recommend.

soon · 07-07-2008, 09:02 PM

Thought I heard something about fish being contaminated and you had to be careful about the fish oil you take which ones are non contaminated?

OceanDreaming · 07-08-2008, 12:27 AM

Interesting read...

Health & Nutrition by Michael R. Eades, M.D. » Another reason to opt for krill oil

Health & Nutrition by Michael R. Eades, M.D. » Why krill oil?

Health & Nutrition by Michael R. Eades, M.D. » Krill oil and inflammation

I don't believe that flax oil is a waste of money.

girl81 · 07-08-2008, 01:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Alison Jean 71

We throw brand names out all the time. I am pretty sure it is okay. I would love to know what you recommend.

x2.

What do you think of NOW super EPA? Or Nature made double strength?

TAMYRAJEAN · 07-08-2008, 05:14 AM

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Tamryajean.....was the vitamin A synthetic in the multi's?

I did not think about that. I have tried several name brand multi-vitamins through the years and after about a week I my pressures will rise causing headaches. So the fish oil would be a natural vitamin A. I will give it a try.

fawn · 07-08-2008, 12:35 PM

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Originally Posted by girl81

x2.

What do you think of NOW super EPA? Or Nature made double strength?

I personally don't trust nature made to be free of contaminants. NOW, I have not researched.

lcinlv · 07-08-2008, 02:33 PM

Fawn or Omega3Lady would you be kind enough to give your thoughts on the Coronomega's packets?

KOO · 07-08-2008, 02:36 PM

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Originally Posted by lcinlv

Fawn or Omega3Lady would you be kind enough to give your thoughts on the Coronomega's packets?

Yes, please do. I gave the numbers off of the packets in post 56 (see below)

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Originally Posted by KOO

Good question, mine just says fish oil, I think if it was CLO it would state that.

Mine says.....

Fish Oil 2000mg
Long Chain Omega 3 Fatty Acids 650 mg.
EPA 350mg.
DHA 230mg.

Can anyone tell me if this is sufficient for the day?

girl81 · 07-09-2008, 02:20 AM

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Originally Posted by fawn

I personally don't trust nature made to be free of contaminants. NOW, I have not researched.

thank you fawn.

What about vitamin shoppe?

girl81 · 07-09-2008, 02:24 AM

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Originally Posted by KOO

Yes, please do. I gave the numbers off of the packets in post 56 (see below)

I personally aim for no less than one gram epa per day.

Tuscanytrace · 07-09-2008, 10:54 AM

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Originally Posted by KayeJH

Tuscany....this is one of the questions I am most confused about with fish oil and cod liver oil.....should we be taking both? Or just cod liver oil?

Kaye

I just do CLO and skip the fish oil. There are so many catalyzing factors in the CLO that I would not want to miss it.

fawn · 07-09-2008, 12:32 PM

I agree with Trace.

The Coromega 3 states that it is just fish oil rather than cod liver oil.

Mommie22boys · 07-09-2008, 01:47 PM

OK, I've searched this thread, forgive me if I've missed this, but what is the recommended amount of clo to give children? I'm talking a 35-pound and 70-pound child. I'm afraid I've been kinda winging it, but I'd like to get a *real* answer from someone who knows more than I do about it.

TIA!

sbaquera78 · 07-09-2008, 01:59 PM

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Originally Posted by OceanDreaming

Interesting read...

Health & Nutrition by Michael R. Eades, M.D. » Another reason to opt for krill oil

Health & Nutrition by Michael R. Eades, M.D. » Why krill oil?

Health & Nutrition by Michael R. Eades, M.D. » Krill oil and inflammation

I don't believe that flax oil is a waste of money.

I am with you Angie. I started these about a month ago....I think they are way better than the fish oil and none of the icky taste....big plus for me.

KOO · 07-09-2008, 03:54 PM

I can not swallow pills, if the coromega packets are not a good choice, can anyone recommend a liquid cod liver oil that taste decent?

butts · 07-09-2008, 08:07 PM

i take NOW Super EPA and like it. it's inexpensive. i read somewhere that DHA is important for children and pregnant mothers, and EPA is more important for adults? anyone know about that?

also, has anyone experienced any problems with the blood thinning effect? i bumped up my EPA/DHA recently with this brand, and i've read that amounts over 3g can cause excessive bleeding... i'm a little concerned about that (i take 6g of the oil, total - 3.6g of EPA/DHA). on the other hand, i've read that bodybuilders and weightlifters sometimes take megadoses of 20g and over. so i don't know what to think.

07-07-2008, 08:20 AM	#61
fawn Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Northern California Posts: 8,088 Gallery: fawn Stats: 210/120 WOE: Eating For Health Start Date: 2/2000	Jennifer, I don't think that's a good option for you. What brand did you get? As well, another important point is the quality and cleanliness of the fish oil (free of contaminants) This is definitely not a supplement I would grab at your grocery store. You are best served speaking to a knowledgable clerk at your local health food store or if no access, on line. I believe the average adult needs minimally 1000mg. and this is if you consume salmon more than once per week and especially your proximitiy to the equator as this is your vitamin D reserve. (You lack sunshine for the D conversion) Unless you are south of the equator, you're not getting the sun/vitamin D conversion __________________ 210/120 Maintenance It's as simple as removing the refined foods from your life permanently. With that, discover what nature's bounty has to offer organically, seasonally and locally. "The doctor of the future will give no medicine, but will interest his patient in the care of the human frame, in the diet and in the cause and prevention of disease" Thomas Edison

07-07-2008, 05:15 PM	#68
Omega3 lady Junior LCF Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Posts: 2 Gallery: Omega3 lady WOE: Moderate carbs, high fiber & plant based	Quality and Dose matter - Omega-3 fish oil It's very important to consume omega-3s from fish oil when on a low-carb diet, unless you eat fish 3-5 times per week. I've enjoyed reading this posting thread and have some comments. Dose and Quality matter. Not all fish oils are the same. I suggest you get a 'better' brand. The cheap fish oil is usually cheap for a reason - either it's not as pure, it's not fresh or it's not what it is labeled to be. You wouldn't eat bad fish - so don't eat bad fish oil. If it tastes bad....it likely is. Teens and adults need at least 500 mg of EPA and DHA from fish oil (not 500 mg of fish oil), and most professionals recommend a minimum of 1000 mg of EPA and DHA for people with mental health or heart issues in the family. Look at the label. It takes 5 caps of one brand to get 500 mg of EPA and DHA, and ten (10) of the little round strawberry capsules to get 500 mg. You can get 700 mg in one capsule of the good stuff (I can't name brands, from what I understand). It's a much better value and easier on the whole family to take fewer capsules. How much you need depends on why you are taking it. On a LC diet, I'd take at least 1000 mg of EPA and DHA from fish oil on a daily basis and more if, for example, you want to reduce triglyerides (2000 - 4000 mg EPA and DHA per day, according to research). I work with research and education in the omega-3 industry. If you have more questions, just post a question.

07-07-2008, 08:24 PM	#69
fawn Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Northern California Posts: 8,088 Gallery: fawn Stats: 210/120 WOE: Eating For Health Start Date: 2/2000	ah yes, quality matters with all supplements. Do you have a preferred brand omega3? Tamryajean.....was the vitamin A synthetic in the multi's? Last edited by fawn : 07-07-2008 at 08:26 PM.

07-07-2008, 09:40 AM	#63
sbarr MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Albany, NY Posts: 2,915 Gallery: sbarr Stats: 203/173/135 WOE: Basic Low carb, slow, steady, some stumbles Start Date: Jan 2005 (again)/15-Apr-2008 (after baby)	Amy - Sorry, couldn't PM you. I did for 2 months, but latching, supply and work makes it difficult. I had to pick my battles - did it exclusively for almost 2 months (most critical time) and had to scale back with work. It is a very emotional topic for me and I'm finally at peace with my approach. She gets some (it's both nutritional and nurturing) - and I'm building a strategy for the cleanest and healthiest food I can throughout her development years.

07-07-2008, 10:08 AM	#65
TAMYRAJEAN Junior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Indiana Posts: 59 Gallery: TAMYRAJEAN Stats: 282/240/141 WOE: Atkins Start Date: January 2007	Fawn I cannot take multi's because to much vitamin A triggers headaches with my intracranial hypetension. I have Pseudotumor Cerebri. I am afraid the cod liver oil would trigger them also. It only takes about a week for multi-viatamins to start making my head ache. I take potassium, vitamin D, and calcium on a regular basis. Any other suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

07-07-2008, 10:17 AM	#66
afuentes MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: May 2007 Location: Sparkling Desert Posts: 1,955 Gallery: afuentes WOE: low carb Start Date: 2007	I use Barlean's Omega 3,6,9 oils and I love it. I get it at Sunflower Market, Whole Foods, or Vitaminn Shoppe. It is non negotiable.

07-07-2008, 09:02 PM	#71
soon MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: May 2002 Location: Texas Posts: 1,050 Gallery: soon Stats: restart 07 WOE: moderate lc & count calories	Thought I heard something about fish being contaminated and you had to be careful about the fish oil you take which ones are non contaminated?

07-08-2008, 12:27 AM	#72
OceanDreaming Senior LCF Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Central Oregon Posts: 175 Gallery: OceanDreaming Stats: 248/214/145 WOE: Protein Power Start Date: Every morning!	Interesting read... Health & Nutrition by Michael R. Eades, M.D. » Another reason to opt for krill oil Health & Nutrition by Michael R. Eades, M.D. » Why krill oil? Health & Nutrition by Michael R. Eades, M.D. » Krill oil and inflammation I don't believe that flax oil is a waste of money.

07-08-2008, 02:33 PM	#76
lcinlv Junior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 26 Gallery: lcinlv	Fawn or Omega3Lady would you be kind enough to give your thoughts on the Coronomega's packets?

07-09-2008, 12:32 PM	#81
fawn Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Northern California Posts: 8,088 Gallery: fawn Stats: 210/120 WOE: Eating For Health Start Date: 2/2000	I agree with Trace. The Coromega 3 states that it is just fish oil rather than cod liver oil.

07-09-2008, 01:47 PM	#82
Mommie22boys MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Western NY Posts: 1,018 Gallery: Mommie22boys Stats: 208/160.8/128 WOE: Atkins '72. . .pass the eggs! Start Date: 6/7/07 @ 193	OK, I've searched this thread, forgive me if I've missed this, but what is the recommended amount of clo to give children? I'm talking a 35-pound and 70-pound child. I'm afraid I've been kinda winging it, but I'd like to get a real answer from someone who knows more than I do about it. TIA!

07-09-2008, 03:54 PM	#84
KOO Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 9,046 Gallery: KOO Stats: Starting 183..Now 155..First goal 140...TBD	I can not swallow pills, if the coromega packets are not a good choice, can anyone recommend a liquid cod liver oil that taste decent?

07-09-2008, 08:07 PM	#85
butts Junior LCF Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 26 Gallery: butts	i take NOW Super EPA and like it. it's inexpensive. i read somewhere that DHA is important for children and pregnant mothers, and EPA is more important for adults? anyone know about that? also, has anyone experienced any problems with the blood thinning effect? i bumped up my EPA/DHA recently with this brand, and i've read that amounts over 3g can cause excessive bleeding... i'm a little concerned about that (i take 6g of the oil, total - 3.6g of EPA/DHA). on the other hand, i've read that bodybuilders and weightlifters sometimes take megadoses of 20g and over. so i don't know what to think.