How to Take Both Flaxseed & Fish Oil Supplements
Flaxseed is a flowering plant that can be found growing in the western prairies of Canada. Flaxseeds contain omega 3 EPA and DHA fatty acids, which are required by the body for optimum health. Flaxseeds can be ground into a powder and taken as a supplement by sprinkling the powder into food or drinks. Flaxseed oil is another form of omega 3 fatty acids used for nutritional purposes. The oil is extracted from the flaxseed and used for cooking or made into dietary supplements. Fish oil is a supplement that contains omega 3 ALA fatty acids. Taking flaxseed or flaxseed oil in combination with fish oil supplements will help the body to get all the required fatty acids needed to stay healthy.
Things You'll Need
- Measuring spoons and cup
- Ground flaxseed
- Water or juice
- Spoon
- Fish oil supplement
- Cup
Instructions
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Add 1 to 2 tbsp. of ground flaxseed to 8 oz. of juice or water. Mix the flaxseed into the juice by rapidly stirring it with a spoon. Drink the flaxseed juice in the morning, along with breakfast.
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Take a fish oil supplement by swallowing one capsule of fish oil along with water or another beverage. Take the fish oil supplement with lunch or a snack. The University of Wisconsin recommends taking fish oil only with food, never on an empty stomach, to help reduce the occurrence of gas, loose stools, and abdominal discomfort.
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Pour 8 to 10 oz. of water or juice into a cup. Add 1 to 2 tbsp. of ground flaxseed and stir with a spoon to mix. Drink the beverage along with dinner or shortly before bed.
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Tips & Warnings
Ground flaxseed can be purchased at a local health foods store.
Flaxseed oil supplements can be substituted for the ground flaxseed. Flaxseed oil does not have to be mixed into a liquid, simply swallow the supplement with juice or water.
To help reduce gas or burping from fish oil, store the fish oil in the freezer or refrigerator and take the supplement while it is still cold.
