The Effects of Fish Oil Capsules

Fish oil capsules are made from the fatty tissue of cold water fish. They contain essential fatty acids that are very important to overall health, in particular the health of the heart and brain. We do not get enough of these fatty acids in our diet to maintain the optimum levels of Omega 3 fatty acids --- therefore fish oil capsules provide a natural source of the Omega 3 acids that can be taken consistently to ensure optimum health. Fish oil is used to treat and relieve chronic illnesses such as arthritis and depression and is used to prevent heart attacks, heart disease and strokes.

Description

• Fish oil capsules are made from the fatty oils found in the tissues of cold water fish such as salmon, tuna and mackerel. The oil contains high levels of Omega 3 fatty acids, EPA and DHA. These fatty acids are needed in high amounts as an essential nutrient needed by the brain and retina for proper neuronal functioning. This means it is essential for learning and mental development. It is also used to promote a healthy heart and is used to prevent and manage cardiovascular disease as well as other chronic diseases.

Function

• We do not get enough Omega 3 from our diet to create optimum levels for health. Our bodies can produce Omega 3 from foods containing ALA, like walnuts and flax, but only in small amounts. The best way to get the right amount of Omega 3 in our diet is through foods that directly contain DHA and EPA, such as fish. Most of us don't get nearly enough fish in our diet, so taking fish oil can be the best way to ensure a healthy dose of Omega 3 in our diet.

Effects

• The Omega 3 fatty acids in fish oil will assist in getting your nerves, heart, brain and joints --- in fact, your entire body --- to function at optimum levels. This means chronic illness such as arthritis and chronic fatigue syndrome, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, diabetes, depression, bipolar disorder and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, can be improved through the continued use of fish oil. It also means that energy levels will be increased and it will promote an overall feeling of well being.

Benefits

• The benefits of fish oil are so numerous that within 30 days you should feel noticeably better on many levels. Taking fish oil high in Omega 3 fatty acids will bring a feeling of general energy, health, vitality, mental clarity and increased concentration and memory. It will also improve discomfort associated with a large number of chronic conditions. But perhaps the most beneficial aspect of taking fish oil daily is the benefit to both the heart and the brain. Fish oil is known to improve the health of the heart, preventing heart disease and heart attack as well as decreasing the risk of stroke. Fish oil actually fights bad cholesterol and harmful fats in the body and it balances blood sugar levels. This makes it useful for fighting high cholesterol and obesity.

Dosage

• Fish oil needs to be taken consistently for at least a few weeks before it starts taking effect. Many capsules have between 1,000 to 1,200 mg of fish oil per capsule. Be sure to get a good quality fish oil that contains a high dosage of the Omega 3 acids DPA and EPA. Many types of fish oil capsules contain approximately 350 mg of each fatty acid, but the higher the amount, the better it will be. Many varieties of fish will recommend taking between four and six capsules a day, depending on the strength of each capsule.