fish oil

[darkdiablo]

i'm a beginner powerlifter, just wondering if anyone of you guys that lift weights take lots of fish oil? how does it benefit your body?

 

[KoolDrew]

how does it benefit your body?

A better question would be how doesn't it benefit your body. The benefits of fish oil range from help with fat loss, inflammation, cardiovascular health, depression, better brain function, etc. Just do a quick google search and you'll find a bunch of results.

As for amount, the minimum you should get is 6g. A standard capsule has 180mg EPA and 120mg DHA, so 6 caps would be 1020mg EPA and 720mg DHA for a total of 1.8g. I take 10g a day for a total of 3g combined DHA/EPA. There's no point in going over 10g because plasma saturation of DHA tops off at 1.2 grams a day (which is 10g). If you're using capsules with a different ratio of EPA/DHA, take however many pills will make you fall between 1.8-3g total and you should be good. There's no point in going over that and excessive amounts can impair immune function.

 

[SociallyChallenged]

Originally posted by: KoolDrew

how does it benefit your body?

A better question would be how doesn't it benefit your body. The benefits of fish oil range from help with fat loss, inflammation, cardiovascular health, depression, better brain function, etc. Just do a quick google search and you'll find a bunch of results.

As for amount, the minimum you should get is 6g. A standard capsule has 180mg EPA and 120mg DHA, so 6 caps would be 1020mg EPA and 720mg DHA for a total of 1.8g. I take 10g a day for a total of 3g combined DHA/EPA. There's no point in going over 10g because plasma saturation of DHA tops off at 1.2 grams a day (which is 10g). If you're using capsules with a different ratio of EPA/DHA, take however many pills will make you fall between 1.8-3g total and you should be good. There's no point in going over that and excessive amounts can impair immune function.

How do you afford taking so many? I take about 4 a day because it's pretty expensive. Got any online sources that could lighten the financial burden?

 

[KoolDrew]

Originally posted by: SociallyChallenged

Originally posted by: KoolDrew

how does it benefit your body?

A better question would be how doesn't it benefit your body. The benefits of fish oil range from help with fat loss, inflammation, cardiovascular health, depression, better brain function, etc. Just do a quick google search and you'll find a bunch of results.

As for amount, the minimum you should get is 6g. A standard capsule has 180mg EPA and 120mg DHA, so 6 caps would be 1020mg EPA and 720mg DHA for a total of 1.8g. I take 10g a day for a total of 3g combined DHA/EPA. There's no point in going over 10g because plasma saturation of DHA tops off at 1.2 grams a day (which is 10g). If you're using capsules with a different ratio of EPA/DHA, take however many pills will make you fall between 1.8-3g total and you should be good. There's no point in going over that and excessive amounts can impair immune function.

How do you afford taking so many? I take about 4 a day because it's pretty expensive. Got any online sources that could lighten the financial burden?

I usually buy a bottle of Spring Valley fish oil from Walmart, which has 400 capsules and is rather cheap. Trueprotein.com also has a bottle of 1000 capsules for about $25 if you want to buy online.

 

[crt1530]

Originally posted by: SociallyChallenged

Originally posted by: KoolDrew

how does it benefit your body?

A better question would be how doesn't it benefit your body. The benefits of fish oil range from help with fat loss, inflammation, cardiovascular health, depression, better brain function, etc. Just do a quick google search and you'll find a bunch of results.

As for amount, the minimum you should get is 6g. A standard capsule has 180mg EPA and 120mg DHA, so 6 caps would be 1020mg EPA and 720mg DHA for a total of 1.8g. I take 10g a day for a total of 3g combined DHA/EPA. There's no point in going over 10g because plasma saturation of DHA tops off at 1.2 grams a day (which is 10g). If you're using capsules with a different ratio of EPA/DHA, take however many pills will make you fall between 1.8-3g total and you should be good. There's no point in going over that and excessive amounts can impair immune function.

How do you afford taking so many? I take about 4 a day because it's pretty expensive. Got any online sources that could lighten the financial burden?

Costco or TrueProtein.com. Costco has a $2 coupon on fish oil once or twice per year. Every time I see that I make sure to stock up, because you can't find fish oil cheaper than that.

 

[irishScott]

Originally posted by: SociallyChallenged

Originally posted by: KoolDrew

how does it benefit your body?

A better question would be how doesn't it benefit your body. The benefits of fish oil range from help with fat loss, inflammation, cardiovascular health, depression, better brain function, etc. Just do a quick google search and you'll find a bunch of results.

As for amount, the minimum you should get is 6g. A standard capsule has 180mg EPA and 120mg DHA, so 6 caps would be 1020mg EPA and 720mg DHA for a total of 1.8g. I take 10g a day for a total of 3g combined DHA/EPA. There's no point in going over 10g because plasma saturation of DHA tops off at 1.2 grams a day (which is 10g). If you're using capsules with a different ratio of EPA/DHA, take however many pills will make you fall between 1.8-3g total and you should be good. There's no point in going over that and excessive amounts can impair immune function.

How do you afford taking so many? I take about 4 a day because it's pretty expensive. Got any online sources that could lighten the financial burden?

Wouldn't enteric coating lessen the required dosage?

 

[crt1530]

Originally posted by: irishScottWouldn't enteric coating lessen the required dosage?

No. Enteric coating only prevents fish oil burps for people who have an issue with that. It has no effect on how much of the fatty acids are absorbed by your body.

 

[Megatomic]

I live, die, and swear by fish oil capsules.

 

[RichardE]

Helps with Doms that is for sure.

 

[darkdiablo]

Originally posted by: KoolDrew

how does it benefit your body?

A better question would be how doesn't it benefit your body. The benefits of fish oil range from help with fat loss, inflammation, cardiovascular health, depression, better brain function, etc. Just do a quick google search and you'll find a bunch of results.

As for amount, the minimum you should get is 6g. A standard capsule has 180mg EPA and 120mg DHA, so 6 caps would be 1020mg EPA and 720mg DHA for a total of 1.8g. I take 10g a day for a total of 3g combined DHA/EPA. There's no point in going over 10g because plasma saturation of DHA tops off at 1.2 grams a day (which is 10g). If you're using capsules with a different ratio of EPA/DHA, take however many pills will make you fall between 1.8-3g total and you should be good. There's no point in going over that and excessive amounts can impair immune function.

I have the NatureMade kind fish oil. I'm only taking 4 capsules per day. How many should I take to take advantage of the full benefits? I'm no doctor or chemist, so I've no idea. On the back it just says the amount of Omega-3 Fatty acid is about 720 mg per serving which is 2 capsules.

 

[KoolDrew]

Originally posted by: darkdiablo

Originally posted by: KoolDrew

how does it benefit your body?

A better question would be how doesn't it benefit your body. The benefits of fish oil range from help with fat loss, inflammation, cardiovascular health, depression, better brain function, etc. Just do a quick google search and you'll find a bunch of results.

As for amount, the minimum you should get is 6g. A standard capsule has 180mg EPA and 120mg DHA, so 6 caps would be 1020mg EPA and 720mg DHA for a total of 1.8g. I take 10g a day for a total of 3g combined DHA/EPA. There's no point in going over 10g because plasma saturation of DHA tops off at 1.2 grams a day (which is 10g). If you're using capsules with a different ratio of EPA/DHA, take however many pills will make you fall between 1.8-3g total and you should be good. There's no point in going over that and excessive amounts can impair immune function.

I have the NatureMade kind fish oil. I'm only taking 4 capsules per day. How many should I take to take advantage of the full benefits? I'm no doctor or chemist, so I've no idea. On the back it just says the amount of Omega-3 Fatty acid is about 720 mg per serving which is 2 capsules.

I would suggest 5-8 capsules a day. I actually have a bottle of the same stuff right now and am taking 8 per day.

 

[darkdiablo]

Originally posted by: KoolDrew

Originally posted by: darkdiablo

Originally posted by: KoolDrew

how does it benefit your body?

A better question would be how doesn't it benefit your body. The benefits of fish oil range from help with fat loss, inflammation, cardiovascular health, depression, better brain function, etc. Just do a quick google search and you'll find a bunch of results.

As for amount, the minimum you should get is 6g. A standard capsule has 180mg EPA and 120mg DHA, so 6 caps would be 1020mg EPA and 720mg DHA for a total of 1.8g. I take 10g a day for a total of 3g combined DHA/EPA. There's no point in going over 10g because plasma saturation of DHA tops off at 1.2 grams a day (which is 10g). If you're using capsules with a different ratio of EPA/DHA, take however many pills will make you fall between 1.8-3g total and you should be good. There's no point in going over that and excessive amounts can impair immune function.

I have the NatureMade kind fish oil. I'm only taking 4 capsules per day. How many should I take to take advantage of the full benefits? I'm no doctor or chemist, so I've no idea. On the back it just says the amount of Omega-3 Fatty acid is about 720 mg per serving which is 2 capsules.

I would suggest 5-8 capsules a day. I actually have a bottle of the same stuff right now and am taking 8 per day.

Is there any risk of overdose if you take too much fish oil?

 

[AdvancedRobotics]

Originally posted by: KoolDrew
A better question would be how doesn't it benefit your body. The benefits of fish oil range from help with fat loss, inflammation, cardiovascular health, depression, better brain function, etc. Just do a quick google search and you'll find a bunch of results.

i actually started taking fish oil because i had read and my PT confirmed to me that it is a natural anti-inflammatory. i started taking it when i injured my shoulder last year. and i continue to take it now.

fish oil is a great supplement, and not expensive at all to boot!

 

[SociallyChallenged]

Originally posted by: darkdiablo

Originally posted by: KoolDrew

Originally posted by: darkdiablo

Originally posted by: KoolDrew

how does it benefit your body?

A better question would be how doesn't it benefit your body. The benefits of fish oil range from help with fat loss, inflammation, cardiovascular health, depression, better brain function, etc. Just do a quick google search and you'll find a bunch of results.

As for amount, the minimum you should get is 6g. A standard capsule has 180mg EPA and 120mg DHA, so 6 caps would be 1020mg EPA and 720mg DHA for a total of 1.8g. I take 10g a day for a total of 3g combined DHA/EPA. There's no point in going over 10g because plasma saturation of DHA tops off at 1.2 grams a day (which is 10g). If you're using capsules with a different ratio of EPA/DHA, take however many pills will make you fall between 1.8-3g total and you should be good. There's no point in going over that and excessive amounts can impair immune function.

I have the NatureMade kind fish oil. I'm only taking 4 capsules per day. How many should I take to take advantage of the full benefits? I'm no doctor or chemist, so I've no idea. On the back it just says the amount of Omega-3 Fatty acid is about 720 mg per serving which is 2 capsules.

I would suggest 5-8 capsules a day. I actually have a bottle of the same stuff right now and am taking 8 per day.

Is there any risk of overdose if you take too much fish oil?

Can you overdose on calories? Not really... They're just fats, not vitamins or anything.

 

[Alone]

By fish oil, do you all mean cod liver oil and such? Or is there a specific "fish oil" supplement.

 

[KoolDrew]

Originally posted by: Alone
By fish oil, do you all mean cod liver oil and such? Or is there a specific "fish oil" supplement.

Research has shown the body is able to metabolize ALA (omega-3's) into EPA which is then metabolized to DHA. However, the end result is a small increase in EPA levels and a negligible increase in DHA levels. Considering EPA and DHA are what you're really after, not the ALA it is generally considered best to get your omega-3's from fish oils in either capsule or liquid form.

Here's the abstract if anybody's interested. I think I may have the full paper somewhere as well.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/sites/entrez

 

[darkdiablo]

Originally posted by: SociallyChallenged

Originally posted by: darkdiablo

Originally posted by: KoolDrew

Originally posted by: darkdiablo

Originally posted by: KoolDrew

how does it benefit your body?

A better question would be how doesn't it benefit your body. The benefits of fish oil range from help with fat loss, inflammation, cardiovascular health, depression, better brain function, etc. Just do a quick google search and you'll find a bunch of results.

As for amount, the minimum you should get is 6g. A standard capsule has 180mg EPA and 120mg DHA, so 6 caps would be 1020mg EPA and 720mg DHA for a total of 1.8g. I take 10g a day for a total of 3g combined DHA/EPA. There's no point in going over 10g because plasma saturation of DHA tops off at 1.2 grams a day (which is 10g). If you're using capsules with a different ratio of EPA/DHA, take however many pills will make you fall between 1.8-3g total and you should be good. There's no point in going over that and excessive amounts can impair immune function.

I have the NatureMade kind fish oil. I'm only taking 4 capsules per day. How many should I take to take advantage of the full benefits? I'm no doctor or chemist, so I've no idea. On the back it just says the amount of Omega-3 Fatty acid is about 720 mg per serving which is 2 capsules.

I would suggest 5-8 capsules a day. I actually have a bottle of the same stuff right now and am taking 8 per day.

Is there any risk of overdose if you take too much fish oil?

Can you overdose on calories? Not really... They're just fats, not vitamins or anything.

I am beginning to love the taste of fish oil, just the fish smell makes me hungry.. mmm

 

[TechHead87]

Where's a good place to get the liquid fish oil? I'm not good with pills...

 

[SociallyChallenged]

Originally posted by: TechHead87
Where's a good place to get the liquid fish oil? I'm not good with pills...

I'm sure you could google around and see. The pills are really smooth and are probably the easiest pills for me to take even though they're medium-large in size. Have you ever tasted straight fish oil? Some people (most I've met) hate the flavor and that's why the pills are around.

 

[KoolDrew]

Originally posted by: TechHead87
Where's a good place to get the liquid fish oil? I'm not good with pills...

http://www.1fast400.com/?products_id=7266
http://www.vitaglo.com/carlson1545.html

The second site is a bit more expensive, but offers free shipping on orders over $50. If you need any other supplements both sites offer a lot of good products at competitive prices.

Need some protein powder?
http://www.vitaglo.com/100whey10lb.html