How to Benefit from Cod Liver Oil Supplements for Your Health

Cod liver oil supplements are fish oil supplements that are derived from the liver of cod fish. In the early 20th century, cod liver oil was commonly administered to children on a daily basis to ward off colds and flu. Many children who grew up taking this tonic developed a dislike for cod liver oil, and the practice eventually disappeared in favor of administering multi-vitamins to children.

Instructions

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  Increase your vitamin A intake. Cod is among the many fish that provide abundant levels of Vitamin A. Vitamin A is important in keeping skin healthy and moist.

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  Take cod liver oil supplements to prevent chest congestion. In addition to prevention of cold and flu, cod liver oil supplements can be given to help ease chest congestion.

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  Boost your omega 3 Fatty Acids intake. Another benefit of cod liver oil is that it provides the body with the omega 3 essential fatty acids, eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). EPA and DHA help lower the risk of heart attacks in people with diabetes or a history of heart attacks.

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  Treat adult bone disease and disorders. In adults, vitamin D deficiency can lead to osteomalacia, which results in muscular weakness in addition to weak bones. oil supplements are widely taken to prevent osteomalacia as well as to ease the symptoms of arthritis.

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  Supplement your vitamin D levels. Cod liver oil also has high levels of vitamin D. It is widely taken to prevent rickets, which is a nutritional deficiency which results in skeletal deformities