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How Much Fish Oil to Take Per Day?

The Omega 3 fatty acids found in fish oil have been used to promote cardiovascular, gastrointestinal and mental health. If used appropriately, fish oil can prove to be a dietary supplement rich in nutrients important to health.

  1. Benefits of Fish Oil

    • The Office of Dietary Supplements and the National Institutes of Health published a summary of key findings to the benefits of Omega-3 fatty acids and health. The report is extensive, but indications are strong that fish oil has a role to play in preventing cardiovascular disease.

    How Much Should You Take

    • If you are eating fatty fish at least twice a week you shouldn't need to take a supplement. If not, Livestrong's article "Why Take Fish Oil Tablets" recommends 100 mg/day or 1 g/day if you have coronary heart disease.

    Before You Take Fish Oil

    • Consult your physician. Your doctor will be able to tailor the amount of fish oil that would fit best into your regular daily diet and prove to be the most beneficial for your specific reason for taking it.

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