#21

I’ve been using this for a few years (buying on Amazon): Viva Naturals Triple Strength Omega 3 Fish Oil Supplement - 2200 mg Wild Caught and Sustainably Sourced Fish Oil Vitamins with Omega 3 Fatty Acids Inc.

1,400 mg of EPA and 480 mg of DHA

Very rarely do I get the “after taste”.

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#22

I’d just consider your risk of atrial fibrillation on that dose. You should be able to get to an omega 3 index of >8% on less than 1 gram total per day. Might be time to half that dose.
I know some physicians are advocating for bigger doses of 2-3 grams per day. I’m however not thinking the risk / benefit is there to push the dose up.
Incidentally, it takes about 3 months after changing what you do for stable results to be present when you test. So for those who end up with a suboptimal level, it is a change in what you are doing, and retest 3 months after this.

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#23

I eat herring or mackerel around 800 grams per week, on three occasions. I don’t remember the details but when I ran the numbers I was doing all right and figured there was no need for me to do fish oil.

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#24

Thanks! But that seems like a very low dose. And most of the supplements have more EPA than DHA. I’m taking 2 grams of EPA and 1 gram of DHA daily. Rhonda takes 4-6 grams total Omega 3 a day. See here:
https://fastlifehacks.com/dr-rhonda-patricks-supplements-list/
My diet is (much) better than the average American’s (because that truly is SAD!) but I don’t eat a lot of fish, 1-2 times a week. No trans fat (no processed foods). So I guess I’ll do the OmegaQuant test and then adjust to aim for 8%. Surprised at your heart comment, I thought there was a clear benefit.

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#25

It’s whatever it takes to get in the 8-12% index area. Diets are complicated, as is predicting what will achieve a given omega 3 index in a given individual.
It’s one more thing sadly to test.
Omega 3 used to have a lot of hope for cardiovascular health. The recent data has me not making any claims for heart health. I don’t think the proof is there. Wish it was.

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#26

I’m a Dr. Patrick fan and have followed her advice re: omega 3 supplements, Vitamin D, as well as sulforaphane (which she now gets via a product, not by sprouting). Her study of and advocacy for these nutrients is very compelling. So, you know my biases on this.

My instinct is that Omega 3 dosage may vary by person due to your diet and other factors. As Dr. Fraser suggested, find a dose that gets you into the “green” zone on the OmegaQuant spectrum (greater than 8%).

I’m vegan so that’s obviously going to be different than someone who eats a lot of salmon or herring. Dr. Patrick (and Attia) have mentioned Carlsen as a good brand for those who are looking for options.

I also discovered via some genetic analysis reports on Dr. Patrick’s site that I have genetic predisposition to poor absorption of omega 3s. So, in my case, the typical dosage recommendation is inappropriate. Others may have similar variations. That’s why focusing on your levels in testing is likely the best way to determine dose.

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#27

This is a brand BJ is using and shared by @AnUser . I just ordered some few days ago. It seems good and price per quantity is really good.

Regarding aftertaste, some brand like this German below are mixing rosemary and lemon oil with the omega 3. I found some others but did not save the links unfortunately.

https://www.lifelight.com/produkte/produktkategorien/fettsaeuren/819/omega-3-liquid-vegan-50-ml?c=2177

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#28

This is what I use. I have tested it and it is not rancid. I trust the NOW brand.

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#29

I take SPM Resolvins by Ethical Nutrients. Contains Lipinova. Its a concentrated fish oil that has resolvin, anti inflammatory effects.

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#30

Thanks. Do you know if it is third party tested for contamination, etc?

#31

May I ask - What product is that - I checked before and could not find it in the US.

#32

It’s Moringa powder which according to Jed Fahey and Rhonda Patrick has similarities with broccoli sprouts with regards to sulforaphane. The product I have heard her mention is Kuli Kuli Moringa, such as here:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00Q5K4QHW/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

For more detail you can search on YouTube for Rhonda Patrick, Jed Fahey, Moringa. In one of those videos Rhonda has said that she uses moringa powder in place of broccoli sprouts due to ease of use. I’ve used both and prefer the sprouts but can’t say anything about the relative benefits.

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#33

Ah, ok. Thanks - thought it was something more directly sprout related.

(Think Moringa can increase testosterone and I’m not interested in that at my current levels).

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#34

I had not heard that about moringa. I’ll keep an eye open about that.

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#35

I heard from Jeff Fahey that moringa was an nrf2 activator. That’s a good thing. It was not described as a testosterone booster but getting healthier can increase testosterone. Perhaps it is an indirect effect for people who were helped by nrf2 activation?

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#36

they write on their website:

Hi, yes we use third party accredited laboratories for analysis, to meet European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) requirements. Everything is on file but we don’t share in the public domain (nor does anyone tend to).

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#37

I had my omega index tested about a month from William Harris ‘s company. I measured 9% without any supplements. I would add that I eat salmon or sardines everyday.

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#38

Kirkland (Costco) Krill Oil. Take 4 capsules (120mg). Unlike Salmon Oil, you get the Astaxanthin for free.

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#39

This is what I found: (Google search for William Harris Company)
https://store.whlee.com/
Your body must be a finely tuned instrument :wink:.
But yes, I’m aiming for 8-12% and just ordered a kit from OmegaQuant and will adjust my dose of Omega 3 based on my score.

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#40

Take a look at Fatty 15 research. Fatty15.com

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