How to Choose the Best Fish Oil and Omega-3 Supplement with ConsumerLab's Dr. Tod Cooperman
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- Based on tests of hundreds of fish oil, krill oil, and algal oils supplements for its independent reviews bit.ly/3scQdID, ConsumerLab.com's Dr. Tod Cooperman shares insights on when to use or not use fish oil, how to use it, possible side effects, and how to find the best omega-3 supplement providing the right amount of EPA and DHA.
0:00 What is fish oil
1:10 What is in fish oil and what does it provide
1:36 Health benefits of fish oil supplements
4:17 What to look for when buying fish oil supplements
4:50 How to store liquid fish oil
5:27 Side effects of taking fish oil
6:10 What ConsumerLab found when we tested fish oil supplements
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#FishOil #Omega3 #HeartHealth
This video talks about the benefits of Omega-3/Fish oil. It does not actually tell you which brands are good. You have to go to another page/link for that information. Just an FYI peeps
Again, thank you. QUESTION:
-What is up/downsides of blood thinning effects of over 2g dhaepa?
The concern is greatest when exceeding 3 grams daily and is of particular concern for those on blood thinners, like warfarin. For details see www.consumerlab.com/reviews/fish-oil-supplements-review/omega3/#cautions.
Thanks for your honest thoughts.
Always!
thank you very much for all ur informative videos.. i have realized how important this is now and i learned alot. just subscribed:)
Glad that the videos are helpful to you. Welcome as a subscriber to ConsumerLab.com!
@@ConsumerlabPlus thank you ! i just joined the consumerlab website as well i am really enjoying it ... i have a feeling ill be spending alot of time on there 😊
Thank you for covering fish oil! EPA and DHA : )
Thank you for your information 🙏
Thank you Dr for the good information
You're welcome.
beautiful video. How do i make sure the fish oil i am taking is not oxidised or gone bad, Do i open a capsule and look for heavy fishy smell?
That’s what I have heard also I keep it in the fridge
I used to be so scared to take fish oil and today I bought Carlson super omega 3 fish oil.I don’t mind about smells of oil, but I would not open gel pills and smell
I was hoping to get an answer, but got info mercial instead. Too bad.
Oxidation is a big issue on fish oil.
Which Fish Oil product would you recommend more:
Nordic Naturals Ultimate Omega product OR Kirkland Signature Wild Alaskan Fish Oil 1400 MG product?
Thank you for your review. You suggested that if we have questions we could submit them here so here are mine. Have you tested Jarrow Formulas EPA-DHA Balance Odorless Caps and Carlson- Wild Norwegian Elite Omega-3 and if so what did you find in terms of oxidation (levels of peroxide, anisidine & TOTOX levels)?
GOOD question - exactly what I want to know. Are there products that are extracted in an inert environment to prevent oxidation?
what supplement did you end up going with
I used Carsol for years, but switched to Jarrow.
I notice it has lower my blood pressure. Plus, I can walk further distance without feeling tired.
Thanks again Dr Cooperman for your great videos with easy simple explanation and deep information. I have request to create a video on Cod Liver Oil because I take it and Cod Liver patte was delicatessen in my mom cuisine.
What do you take cod liver oil for ?
Does Consumerlab include only the products which are available the US? Is it useful for the UK for example?
I have a quick question. I have been on Keto for 9 months and lost 80 lbs. I have my blood tests every 3 month. A common theme is that my triglycerides are normal around 76 (last test was 78 MG/DL.) but my HDL is low (31 MG/DL). I was told to get fish oil so I am looking for the correct one (with minimal omega-6) and no or Linoleic acid .
Any help would be appreciated.
-Jeff
80 lbs in 9 months... Amazing.. can you share some salient tips you followed
pretty much everyone in the US is low in EPA DHA omega 3, like between 80-95% of people.You should have an Omega 3 index of 8+ and most Merikans are less than 4.
How do we get the report?
How can I get this product?
Which kind of fish we need to eat.
Awesome explanation 👏
Great Information, THANK YOU. HAVE A Supernatural Day 🌹🌹🌹
You're very welcome. Glad you liked it.
@@ConsumerlabPlus I had heard that cod liver oil is better than fish oil ... we always took cod liver oil when I was growing up .
The fishy taste doesn't bother me I would rather have pure high quality cod liver oil without lemon added and without them removing the fish flavor because I'm starting to think the ones that don't have the fish flavor might also have an important fat removed ?
Do you know if I am wrong ?
@@gardensofthegods Cod liver oil is fish oil pressed from liver of codfish. So you'll get the omega-3 fatty acids normally found in fish oil, plus significant amounts of vitamins A, D, and E -- although most people don't need to supplement with A & E, and you can easily get vitamin D for pennies a day. So, if you don't eat fish, getting some fish oil may be a good idea, but cod liver oil isn't really necessary. Nevertheless, we have tested and reviewed cod liver oils as well -- the Review, with our Top Picks, is at www.consumerlab.com/reviews/vitamin-a-retinol-beta-carotene-cod-liver-oil/vitamin-a/#toppicks.
@@ConsumerlabPlus yes I will certainly check that out . Thank you for the info . Yes I know where cod liver oil comes from... my main interest in it is that it used to give me radiant glowing skin when I would ingest it .
And then I stopped taking it for a couple years .
When I started taking it again , brand I used which was a cheaper brand didn't seem to be working either that or I had suddenly developed malabsorption problems ... ?
I bought some Carlson's last year ... it didn't seem to make much of a difference and since I was already doing a good quality wheatgrass I don't want to risk the chance of vitamin A toxicity since wheatgrass is also high in vitamin A .
I just would love to find an oil I can ingest that would give my face and skin the glow I used to have ... and that was without even hardly putting anything on my skin !
Yes I would love to still have the brain food power from one of them ... someone suggested Salmon Oil was better for the neuro protective qualities .
Right now I am taking salmon oil ... but a smaller amount since it is gel caps (which I can't stand , and just like my oils in glass bottle nothing but liquid ) .
Thank you and I will definitely look at that link
@@gardensofthegods which company supplant use?
Is whc a good brand?
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Hello sir sunshine nutrition Omega 3 1000mg we take I have high cholesterol please reply sir
You should try testing the Vimergy supplements.. Vimergy is the brand the Medical Medium ANTHONY WILLIAMS always recommends.. Would be curious to know how pure those ingredients are from them
thanks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
i use carlson's fish oil it's very good
WHAT BRANDS DO YOU RECOMMEND US?
none. just wants to make money
@@brock3030honestly comsumer guide is worth paying for hes going to give you good brands to choose from. for example he found out that lots of ashwaganda brands had high amounts of lead in them
Nordic naturals is the best!
Is now dha 500 a good product?
Dear Dr. Cooperman, I would love to know, how about the effect of the omega 3 combined with polyphenols in relation to absolrption by the body. The multilevel brand Zinzino claims, they have the best oil (in the world probably), since they use polyphenols as the antioxidant. Thats why the ratio omega3 VS omega 6 is ideal in the body, when you use this product. They claim, it absorbs much better and stays in body longer. I just cant understand, why the rest of the world would not use polyphenols, if this was true... ? I would be greateful if you had time to response to this.
Hi
What do you think of California Gold Nutrition, Omega-3 Fish oil ?
I am thinking of taking this one too. Have u taken it?
@@JeramieSaito i take the new chapter omega 3 .. its amazing .. cant remmeber how many times i bought it
I'm having chest pain and I just got the natures bounty 1400 MG is ok to take them
you need to see a doctor or call 911.. chest pain is bad. is heart related.
What is the best brands for fish oils
He wants you to pay to join his club to get that information. A big middle finger to poor people.
@@My3AndRay to be fair, someone's gotta pay for the testing...
USANA biomega is the best fish oil in the market right now. Been taking since 2014
Take Pure Encapsulations Their Pricey But Your Getting High Quality Tested Supplements Again Their Legit Stuff
@@My3AndRay if he spends time researching then why should it be free?
Is the Kirkland fish oil good quality?
they had a lawsuit
use carlson's they are great
So what is the best brand for fish oil?
He wants you to basically go to his website to pay a monthly fee to read his reviews.
Carlson is a very good tried and true Fish Oil product. It’s been around forever ! I’m not a shareholder haha ! I’ve experimented with multiple brands over the last 15 years. Some of the Fish oils are ridiculously priced.
I took Vitamin Shoppe’s version for years without ever finding anything negative. But switched over to Carlson brand Fish oil after reading about the legacy of the company which in my opinion will dictate it’s honesty.
Why lie when millions of health conscious people are good customers? They get caught once and no one will ever purchase from Carlson again. Good luck !
Oh and stay away from Consumers Labs, CL is on the Drug Company payroll
@@christianmollo3239 how about Blackmores? Is it good?
How much epa and dpa can atrial fibrillation patient take?
Is 550mg of EPA and 350mg of DHA safe? Up to how much mg of EPA and DHA is considered safe?
2,000 milligrams daily. Ask your doctor.
I'm looking for best omega 3 for high triglycerides..thanks
You would want a very highly concentrated fish oil. We identify our Top Pick in our report: www.consumerlab.com/reviews/fish-oil-supplements-review/omega3/#toppicks
For nearly two decades, the American Heart Association (AHA) has recommended that people with coronary heart disease (CHD) consume omega-3-fatty acids (the kinds of fatty acids found in fish and fish oil) to prevent another heart attack. This recommendation was based on early randomized, controlled trials, which found that fish oil supplementation was associated with lower rates of stroke, heart attack, and death in people who already had heart disease. On the other hand, the impact of fish oil supplements on preventing a first heart attack or stroke (primary prevention) was never clearly demonstrated.
Recently there have been large trials examining the complex relationship between fish oil and heart health. The results have been mixed and somewhat confusing, leaving both patients and physicians to wonder: will fish oil supplements reduce my risk of heart disease?
What’s the connection between fish oil and heart health?
How might omega-3-fatty acids found in fish oil provide heart health? Multiple possibilities have been proposed and are supported by animal research. These protective mechanisms include
stabilizing blood flow in and around the heart
reducing blood triglyceride levels
lowering blood pressure
preventing blood clots
reducing inflammation.
Research examining each of these is ongoing.
Many studies, varied results
Despite these animal data, clinical studies in humans have not consistently supported the protective benefits of fish oil supplementation.
A meta‐analysis published in JAMA Cardiology found no clear benefit to fish oil supplements in preventing heart disease or major cardiovascular disease (CVD) events such as heart attack or stroke, in people who were at increased risk for CVD.
This was followed by the publication of the ASCEND and VITAL trials, both with mixed results. In ASCEND, which examined diabetic patients without known CHD, fish oil supplements did not reduce heart attacks or strokes, but did significantly lower risk of death from heart attack and stroke. VITAL examined the effects of fish oil on primary prevention in people with regular risk of heart disease, and also failed to find a significant reduction in all major CVD events. However, there were fewer heart attacks in study subjects who took fish oil supplements, particularly in those who did not eat fish.
The REDUCE‐IT trial was published next. This trial looked at the effect of high-dose fish oil supplements on people with high blood triglyceride levels who were at elevated CVD risk. In contrast to previous studies, REDUCE-IT found a significant reduction in cardiovascular events among study subjects who took the high-dose fish oil supplements. While most studies have tested 1 gram or less of fish oil with a combination of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic (DHA), REDUCE-IT used a dose of 4 grams of EPA alone. (Vascepa, a prescription version of the EPA fish oil supplement used in REDUCE-IT, is FDA-approved to treat very high triglyceride levels of 500 mg/dl or higher. In November, an FDA advisory panel unanimously voted in favor of expanding approved use of Vascepa. If the FDA follows the advisory panel’s recommendation, Vascepa will be able to be prescribed to reduce the risk of cardiovascular events like heart attack and stroke. The FDA decision is expected in late December.)
In October 2019, a repeat of the JAMA Cardiology meta-analysis, but now including 13 trials instead of the original 10, was published in the Journal of the American Heart Association. The addition of these three trials increased the sample size by almost 65%, from 77,917 study participants to 127,477 participants. In reanalyzing the expanded data, researchers found that fish oil omega‐3 supplements lowered risk for heart attack and CHD death. There was no effect on stroke. Interestingly, risk reductions appeared to be linearly related to omega‐3 dose. In other words, the higher the dose, the greater the risk reduction.
What does this mean for you?
Omega-3 supplements from fish oil appear to be heart-healthy and have a protective effect on CHD. But before we all start reaching for supplements, it may be worth following a heart-healthy diet full of fresh fruits and vegetables, with lean protein such as fish, as recommended by the AHA. For those of us at highest risk, especially those with elevated triglyceride levels, it is worth speaking with your physician about high dose EPA fish oil supplements.
Can u put the ressources pls
@@ousmo4771 google this; A meta‐analysis published in JAMA Cardiology found no clear benefit to fish oil supplements in preventing heart disease or major cardiovascular disease (CVD) events such as heart attack or stroke, in people who were at increased risk for CVD.
@@ousmo4771 th-cam.com/video/_g_4GSOoiCs/w-d-xo.html
Much respect
There have been 1000s of studies completed since those early days that have demonstrated the many benefits of high quality fish oils. Heart health is merely one of many.
Which brand do you trust?
I’m telling you the honest truth, all she really need is 1 tablespoon a day and it’s better to take the liquid not capsules cause you’re gonna have to take twice as much and it doesn’t taste bad I don’t even like fish no kind of fish but I can handle cod liver oil because it’s not that fishy smell and fish And when I see the benefits I mean, especially if you like to have soft skin and feet I mean he almost don’t have to ever worry about wearing lotion. It’s that good and it’s fantastic for your eyesight seriously because of the vitamin a and it’s not beta carotene it’s retinol That I had a health food store for 30 years someday I’m gonna have a TH-cam channel so I can help people because I know so many of the actual people that sell these things and how they’re handled so I know who to buy the best from does it matter how many clinical studies I do I’m talking about people that’s been in this business for like family business you know for centuries
Thank you, which study says 4g of omega 3 suspend immune system am keen to read it thank you
Help! I found wonders for my hair using omega 3 but my already oily skin just was like dripping oil from it. Best way to describe it, but anything with oil in it does this to me. Coconut oil worked great for me until few years ago, hormones are kicking in. I'm 47. So the coconut oil started making my skin extra oily. Then the omega 3 did it, but it made my hair so fab! So I had to stop. But what can I do out there to get Omega 3 back? Its essential for healthy hair. Vegan, or plant based Omega 3 capsules? That's what I thought I read online. Will that make my skin oily too?
My mom has been using omega 3 for almost 2 decades now, she’s 62.
Do you need omega 3 ?
What brand of omega 3 were you taking?
What brand of omega 3 were you taking?
Pls mentioned if what the best for f u are thevto select? Kndly rply dc.
The big question what about the PCB s Mercury and the Tocopherol which is used as a preservative all very bad cancer causing.
I was diagnosed with schizophrenia too so that is the reason I start taking fish gel pills.
I need help with my 8 yr old son focus and remembering what he learned what vitamin do you recommend please help a momma out I’m really looking for a way to help him without the need of a prescription medication 💊 I have been told he has A.D.D
I'm not a Dr.... I'm just a mother. I struggled for almost 8 years. In my opinion, what has worked for my son for the past year and half has been a consistent daily routine and bed time schedule. I make sure he sleeps at least 10+ hrs per day. I try my best to make sure he eats healthy whole foods daily (absolutely no low fat food, but good fats only, like avocado,etc). Lots of steam veggies for a good bowel movement (at least once a day). I use Carlson's cod liver oil and Garden of life- vitamin code for his vitamins. He has to play outside for at least 30 minutes a day(weather permits). I also took him out of the public school system. He's thriving and I have not gotten any negative complaints from any of his teachers. He's like a new kid and I can clearly see the changes in him. Good luck with your baby. You got this!
Probiotics, omega 3s, magnesium l threonate/glycinate, rhodiola rosea, d3, B1/B complex. rosemary essential oil,try to research about these.
First off you need to remove all sugar from his diet. No junk food only healthy clean diet. No soda, juices, ice cream etc.
Most brand sell 180epa 120 dha fish oils in india
Quick question, once an omega 3 capsules container is opened, how long does it last until it's no longer good to take? Is it up until the end of best by date?
Even if the bottle has been opened, fish oil capsules should be fine through the Best By date so long as not stored in excessive heat or light. The Best By date, by the way, is not based on safety, but best flavor or quality.
This video really isn’t very good, I’ve been taking cod liver oil since I was a child, it has natural occurring vitamin D, three vitamin a is retinol. In other words it’s a beauty secret from the inside out it keeps you from getting wrinkles and it’s a natural occurring sunscreen, also it has iodine for your thyroid and the best thing to do is keep it in the refrigerator when she bring it home that’s what I’ve always done and you can tell how good of quality it is when you put it in the refrigerator because if it’s not clear, then they’ve added some other type of stuff to it, I like Rosarita extra-virgin color oil but it’s too expensive for me right now so I get Nordic naturals or or old world garden of life cod, liver oil, seriously it even makes you smarter. I think I took it the whole time I was pregnant with all three of my children. All my family have very high IQs, so don’t make fun of my punctuation. It has nothing to do with my IQ. I have an accent I’m using my magnifying glass and Siri doesn’t understand me yet after all these years and it’s too hard for me to go back or maybe I just don’t want to and edit it, if you don’t believe me just do the research cod liver oil is the very best fish oil you could imagine to have not just regular fish oil plus if you get it in where it’s in the Nordic or Iceland, all right Alaska, you won’t get mercury in it, anyway, I just thought I’d tell you that if you can afford $52, then get Rosarita it is the very best, that Nordic naturals is what I’ve been taking for years. Someday I will get Rosarita extra-virgin cod, liver oil.
@@ConsumerlabPlus or put it in on a freezer once you open it!! IT really slows down the oxidation of the oil
I find out most of omega 3 supplements are made in china is that true?Does anyone know?
Would you please name few very good supplements? Thanks
What supplements do you need ?
What do you need them for ?
I can help
@@stivemichel8021 high concentrate fish oil high epa and dha and didn’t contain other oils and wild caught
@@stivemichel8021 anything u know if I found some but it’s too good to be true cheap price and high epa and dha
Sir you can tell me best medicin to nightfall
My age is 21
If you're looking for things to help you fall asleep see if he has a video about that
Can fish oil be refrigerated??
Yes. It may look cloudy, or separate into layers, but it is fine to use - just shake it.
Hello which one is best for siberian husky dog
I guess one bitcoin boy....😁
@@santanuroy571 ?
I use the Dutch Harbor fish oil brand and read lot of the reviews of people who feed it to their dogs and have good results.
1.5x speed recommended
Sorry if I missed it but did you mention if the ratio of epa and dha matters? Is it true 4:1 dha to epa is the best
Lies
Is solgar brand bad? Why it is not here
Exactly my point.. did they forget to compare Solgar?
Can triple strength fish oil affect birth control
My mom has been using omega 3 for almost 2 decades now, she’s 62.
Do you need omega 3 ?
Contact me if you need
Isn’t calamari oil, a better source of DHA?
It's not necessarily a better source of DHA, but it has a higher ratio of DHA to EPA than fish oil. It also tends to be a lot more expensive that fish oil. More details about it are in our Review.
Alaska fish oil is legit is this registered in FDA
What happens to the EPA and DHA when the oil goes rancid?
This is the question that most doctors don’t talk about. What happens to our body when we tale oxidized fish oil? Provided that they go rancid rapidly even before it’s packaging.
As a vegan person, should I use omega3 supplement ?
And which type best ?
No, they kill the fish to extract the oil🤣
Flaxseeds
Was it "Aldo" oil he said?
Alga oil. Oil derived from algae.
THE BEST OMEGA 3 SUPPLEMENT IS FRESH FISH AND FRESH SHRIMPS!!! NATURE ALWAYS COMES OUT ON TOP!😎😁😁😁😁🍀🍀🍀🍀✔✔✔✔
Actually no.
Fish makes me gag
God created nature
@@bepreparedforwhatscoming4975 god is a blind coincidence
I find it disgusting
I eat fish oil in breakfast time.
Is the IFOS standard reputable? Or is it just a meaningless stamp companies pay for?
The IFOS requirements are good ones, although the product is submitted by the company, not purchased off the shelf. In contrast, ConsumerLab only tests products purchased at retail, so we can measure the quality that consumers actually get.
@@ConsumerlabPlus thank you for the speedy reply on such an old video!
@greenhat7618 you're welcome. FYI, our next review of Fish Oil Supplements will be published next month. It will include a new group of products.
What seem to be the common side effects of fish oil?
Hi
Is Natures Bounty a good brand?
Very bad it's synthetic
@@healthtips4340 Do you have proof on that?
A bit disappointed because I was looking specifically for cod liver oil which I heard is best because regretfully fish oils often mean more chances of mercury in them
@@healthtips4340 where did u hear that?
@@healthtips4340 so what do u recommend?
Hi please best 1 fish oil 😅
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