Frequently
Asked Questions
Can I overdose on Omega-3?
Is it safe for pregnant women to take Omega-3?
Is it OK for children to take omega-3 and how much?
Can I take omega-3 fish oil if I'm allergic to fish?
What is the recommended daily dosage of omega-3?
What should I do if I don't feel well after taking
omega-3?
Are there any side effects from taking omega-3?
How should I store omega-3 capsules?
ANSWERS
Q: Can I overdose on Omega-3?
A: The possibility of taking an overdose of Omega-3
is very remote, especially when taking a refined product such as
our Omega-3 Maximum Strength. That's because it does not contain
non-soluble vitamins A and D, which can build up in your system,
and because it is free of toxins. People have been known to take
3,000 to 10,000 mg per day without a problem. We do, however, suggest
that you follow the recommended dosage of one to two 1000 mg softgels
per day unless directed by your healthcare professional. Studies
have shown you can take up to 16 grams per day without any problems.
We should warn about taking if using blood thinners or before surgery.
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Q: Is it safe for pregnant women
to take Omega-3?
A: More and more research suggests that, for pregnant
women, Omega-3 fats might be the most important supplement they
can take to improve the brain development of the fetus. Of course,
we recommend you first discuss taking any supplements with your
physician if you're pregnant.
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Q: Is it OK for children to take
omega-3 and how much?
A: Omega-3 is perfectly safe for children to take,
though practical problems can make it difficult for children under
5. As far as amounts are concerned, for children between 5 and 10
years of age, it is suggested that an intake of around 300mg per
day of long chain omega-3 (from fish oil) would be suitable. If
you want to use vegetable omega-3, you must increase this by 10
times to have the same effect. We recommend one capsule per day
of our Regular Strength Omega-3 for children under 10 (275 mg) and
two capsules for children over 10 (550 mg.) If you'd rather give
your child liquid cod liver oil, ½ teaspon is recommended
for children under 12.
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Q: Can I take omega-3 fish oil
if I'm allergic to fish?
A: Most fish allergies would probably not be activated
by taking Maximum Strength Omega-3 since almost everything is removed
except for the omega-3 oil, which is an essential fatty acid that
everyone requires. There are however trace quantities of other fish
nutrients remaining in the oil and, since we don't have information
on what you are specifically allergic to, they might trigger a reaction.
Therefore, it is best to check with your health care provider before
taking any new medicines or supplements.
Another possibility is taking our omega-3 health bar. It is made
with flax seed oil, another important source omega-3. It has no
fish oil in it. You can get more information at http://www.icelandhealth.com/omegabar.cfm.
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Q: What is the recommended daily
dosage of omega-3?
A: 1,000 mgs a day. Iceland Health Omega-3 maximum
strength gel caps are 1,000 milligrams so you only need to take
one a day. Omega-3 regular strength gel caps are 280 mgs each.
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Q: What should I do if I don't
feel well after taking omega-3?
A: Everybody is different and any medication or
supplement may cause side-effects in some people. We have had a
few reports of very mild belching lasting for less than a minute
when taking the product on an empty stomach. These people say that
2 remedies are very effective: taking the product with food and
keeping the softgels in the freezer before taking (the freezing
seems to slow the release into the system thereby letting the body
digest it more slowly.)
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Q: Are there any side effects
from taking omega-3?
A: There are no known medical side effects from
omega-3 unless you are taking blood thinning medication, in which
case you should check first with your health care provider. The
vast majority of people experience no gastrointestinal discomfort
from omega-3.
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Q: How should I store omega-3
capsules?
A: Omega-3 gel capsules should be stored in a
cool, dry place.
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