How Many Fish Oil Pills Should One Take?

Fish oil is an excellent source of omega-3 and other beneficial nutrients. It's ideal as a supplement for people who don't commonly eat fish in their diet or who aren't getting enough of the nutrients that fish oil can provide.

Origin

Fish oil supplements contain oils from the flesh of the skin of cold-water fish, such as mackerel, salmon and herring.

Daily Dosage

The commonly recommended dosage of fish oil supplements per day is 1,000 mg.

Nutrients

Omega-3 fatty acids are the active ingredient in fish oil supplements.

Symptom Relief

Fish oil has been associated with slightly relieved symptoms of Alzheimer's, anxiety, depression and even heart disease.

Side Effects

Fishy odor on breath, upset stomach and thinning blood have been associated with doses of fish oil significantly higher than the recommended dosage, over a prolonged period of time.

Warning

Fish oil can contain mercury. Buying organic versions will decrease the likelihood of ingesting mercury from fish oil pills. Talk to your doctor before starting any new diet, nutrition or supplement plan. Do not take fish oil pills if you are allergic to fish.

References

• Basic Info
• Dosage
• Side Effects

Resources

• Other sources of omega-3