Omega-3 plays a very special role in health. Therefore, in addition to using foods rich in Omega-3, people often choose to supplement them by taking functional foods. So, how should Omega-3 be supplemented appropriately?
How many Omega-3 capsules should I take per day?
Health & Life Newspaper quoted Dr. Le Bach, Traditional Medicine Hospital (Hanoi) as saying that taking Omega-3 every day or not depends on each person's needs and health condition. However, in most cases, it is recommended to supplement in batches lasting at least 3 months.
Omega-3 supplementation dosages can also vary from person to person. For healthy adults, most recommend a minimum of 250-500 mg of combined EPA and DHA per day. For pregnant women, about 500 mg per day is recommended throughout the cycle, and this may increase towards the end of the cycle as this is the stage when the fetus’s brain and nervous system are forming.
Additionally, some people with certain health conditions may need more Omega-3 supplements than others. Therefore, it is important to consult your doctor about the appropriate dosage for you. Each Omega-3 supplement product may contain different amounts of EPA and DHA. It is important to read the label of the Omega-3 supplement to see how much EPA and DHA it contains. This will help you determine how many capsules you need to take to achieve the recommended amount.
Omega-3 fish oil has many health benefits.
Notes when using Omega-3
The article on the Medlatec General Hospital website has medical consultation from BSCKI. Vu Thanh Tuan said that in addition to drinking directly, Omega-3 can be supplemented through some foods such as: salmon, sardines, herring, canola oil, walnuts, dark green vegetables... or functional foods containing Omega-3.
The best time to take oral Omega-3 supplements is in the morning because that is when the body can absorb it best. People with insomnia should take Omega-3 after dinner.
Some side effects that may occur when taking Omega-3 include: belching, heartburn, nausea, diarrhea, skin redness, rash, insomnia, bleeding gums, increased blood sugar, and low blood pressure.
Omega-3 fish oil supplements should not be taken in the following cases:
+ People with digestive diseases: may experience bloating and flatulence.
+ Children under 15 months old: may harm some organs in the body.
+ Pregnant women: should not supplement with crude fish oil because it can contain many pollutants and heavy metals that affect the health of both mother and baby. Instead, Omega-3 should only be supplemented from food.
- If you experience any of the side effects mentioned above while taking Omega-3, you should stop immediately and consult your doctor for another suitable form of supplementation.
In general, Omega-3 is a very good nutrient for health and is mostly harmless when used in the right dosage. However, this is only a dietary supplement, not a medicine. Besides, there are many different types of Omega-3 on the market today.
Therefore, before deciding to supplement this type of acid, we should consult a doctor to know which type to use, how to use it and the appropriate dosage to achieve the highest effect. Consulting a doctor will also help you have a diet that helps supplement Omega-3 more effectively.
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