omega 3

[samthabull]

Yo does anybody have any foods with a lot amounts of omega 3's because im trying to balance them out with omega 6

 

[Captain Planet]

Fish does, as well as fish oil capsules. Walnuts also have omega 3's, but not a whole lot.

 

[Dr. Hollis]

Omega-3 sources

Fish does, as well as fish oil capsules. Walnuts also have omega 3's, but not a whole lot.

(a few ideas to go along with 'Captain Planet')
Both Hemp and Flax oil have good sources of Omega-3, as well as a little 0mega-6. Keep in mind that if you take an Omega-3 source that is high in alpha-Linolenic Acid that you may need sufficient Zinc to convert ample amounts to the essential Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA). Otherwise, fish oil is an excellent source of straight EPA and Docosapentaenoic Acid, but does not provide alpha-Linolenic Acid.

Too much of either (or any polyunsaturated fatty acid, for that matter) will increase lipid peroxidation. I only mention this because most people who take fish oils or EFAs tend to overdo it.

One final note. Keep in mind that cheap sources of fish oil contain significant quantities of Mercury. I would suggest paying good money to get one from a reputable company that takes measures to have mercury screened and/or removed from their supplements.

If you have been taking a cheap fish oil supplement, take some selenium with it to compete with mercury for sulfur residues in tissue proteins - this is where mercury usually gets stored in the body.

 

[jayce]

Great info Dr Hollis! You took many words right out of my mouth (and then went in depth much more than I could have).

Try to opt for ocean fishes rather than farm fishes as they are much lower in toxins. Try to stay away from canned fish as well. Get to know your local butcher. Mine always saves, lean, fresh cuts of ocean salmon and tuna for me. In a pinch or while you are on the go, I like the ready to eat salmon pouches by Starkist (I think).
Jayce

 

[benndover69]

Are you really a doctor? Your info sounds pretty legit!

 

[Buld0g]

Dr. Hollis...

I take Omega-3 softcaps by a company called NOW. Would they be considered a cheap source. If so what companys do you recomend?

 

[Pablo34]

(a few ideas to go along with 'Captain Planet')
Both Hemp and Flax oil have good sources of Omega-3, as well as a little 0mega-6. Keep in mind that if you take an Omega-3 source that is high in alpha-Linolenic Acid that you may need sufficient Zinc to convert ample amounts to the essential Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA). Otherwise, fish oil is an excellent source of straight EPA and Docosapentaenoic Acid, but does not provide alpha-Linolenic Acid.

Too much of either (or any polyunsaturated fatty acid, for that matter) will increase lipid peroxidation. I only mention this because most people who take fish oils or EFAs tend to overdo it.

One final note. Keep in mind that cheap sources of fish oil contain significant quantities of Mercury. I would suggest paying good money to get one from a reputable company that takes measures to have mercury screened and/or removed from their supplements.

If you have been taking a cheap fish oil supplement, take some selenium with it to compete with mercury for sulfur residues in tissue proteins - this is where mercury usually gets stored in the body.

Sometimes I take up to 6 tablespoons of Udo's oil in one day.

You said "Too much of either (or any polyunsaturated fatty acid, for that matter) will increase lipid peroxidation."

I am not sure how much is overdoing it, but a lot of bros on here use 4-6 tablespoons per day when dieting.

 

[deeznuts1972]

UDO's is the bomb!!! Would also like to hear how much is too much. I'm 240lbs and usually take 4 tablespoons a day

 

[Pablo34]

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