Omega 3 fatty acids anyone?

mh21 · Jun 18th, 2008, 10:34 PM

I had my cholesterol measured (free screening by CVS pharmacy in my locality) and my triglycerides were borderline high. One thing that can help reduce my triglycerides is to increase my intake of omega 3 fatty acids from food.

However, I would like to know if anyone has taken omega 3s from cod liver oil, fish oil or flaxseeds etc (liquid, capsule, ground seeds etc) to reduce their triglycerides? Did it work and how long did it take? Did you make any other lifestyle changes like dietary or take up/increase exercise?

Thank you!

b3stbuy · Jun 19th, 2008, 01:54 AM

it has to be a lifestyle change...and not merely a quick fix to lower your triglycerides

i didnt want to be dependent on capsules or medications so i increased my intake of salmon, tuna, sardines...i started exercising again and cut down on my fried foods, sweets (the usual culprits)

i also eat a serving of nuts (walnuts, almond, pecan) every other day coz it helps increase your HDL (good cholesterol) and lowers the LDL (bad sterol)

if you want to do the tablet thing, it takes 2-3 months for the effects to show provided you also exercise and cut back on the junk food :)

mh21 · Jun 19th, 2008, 02:48 AM

^ yes my instruction sheet also mentioned exercise, to eat fish like salmon etc, walnuts and green leafy veg. My diet is quite healthy since I'm a sahm and we mainly eat home cooked food and for almost half a year I've been eating ground flaxseed. It's the exercise that I find so hard to fit in. I dislike extreme heat and so now it's only suitable to walk early in the morning or late in the evening, but those times aren't always practical for me.

My LDL was fairly low (which is good) but my HDL wasn't high enough (which is bad). I've ordered some cod liver oil (sounds gross) and I'll be taking that for the next 5 months by which time it will be time for my annual physical so I'll find out how my cholesterol levels are.

b3stbuy · Jun 19th, 2008, 01:30 PM

have u tried yoga or pilates? its not overly aggresive and the results are great

PinkSuadeSoho · Jun 19th, 2008, 01:41 PM

I'm actually doing an extensive nutrition program. They say your best bet is to use foods for the linoleic and linolenic acids (omega 6, and 3). It will take a month or so to see your numbers change. Your body needs about 10times as much linoleic <<<<(6) acid as it does linolenic <<<(3) acid to balance eicosanoid effects.
If you have any questions I can help!

mh21 · Jun 19th, 2008, 02:59 PM

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Originally Posted by b3stbuy

have u tried yoga or pilates? its not overly aggresive and the results are great

I have a fab pilates DVD by Gaiam which I used to love doing... I should dig that out and start it again.

mh21 · Jun 19th, 2008, 03:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PinkSuadeSoho

I'm actually doing an extensive nutrition program. They say your best bet is to use foods for the linoleic and linolenic acids (omega 6, and 3). It will take a month or so to see your numbers change. Your body needs about 10times as much linoleic <<<<(6) acid as it does linolenic <<<(3) acid to balance eicosanoid effects.
If you have any questions I can help!

My cod liver oil is rich in Omega 3, so what foods are good for Omega 6?

PinkSuadeSoho · Jun 19th, 2008, 03:14 PM

Great for your omega 6 are leafy veggies, seeds, nuts, grains, vegetable oils (corn, cottonseed, safflower, sesame, soybean, sunflower), poultry fat.

They say taking fish oil is not recommended although many claims are made for their power to cure diseases. The FDA does not permit labels to claim that fish oil supplements can prevent or cure diseases. However, it does allow the claim that research is suggestive but inconclusive regarding heart disease.

HTH :)

mh21 · Jun 19th, 2008, 05:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by PinkSuadeSoho

Great for your omega 6 are leafy veggies, seeds, nuts, grains, vegetable oils (corn, cottonseed, safflower, sesame, soybean, sunflower), poultry fat.

They say taking fish oil is not recommended although many claims are made for their power to cure diseases. The FDA does not permit labels to claim that fish oil supplements can prevent or cure diseases. However, it does allow the claim that research is suggestive but inconclusive regarding heart disease.

HTH :)

I guess I already eat some Omega 6, but I'll have to up the nuts--- though the calories in nuts bothers me since I'm trying to lose weight!

Thank you!

bagatella · Jun 20th, 2008, 03:04 PM

Try flax seeds! Spectrum Organics makes a great dry-roasted, lightly salted flax seed that is delicious! Because they are roasted, it eliminates the need to grind them as the husks can be easily be broken by your teeth. I snack on them while watching TV.

I am always a bit leery of fish oil supplements, as toxins in any animal are stored in fat tissue, so I am worried that I may be consuming excess mercury or some other toxins, KWIM?

mh21 · Jun 21st, 2008, 02:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bagatella

Try flax seeds! Spectrum Organics makes a great dry-roasted, lightly salted flax seed that is delicious! Because they are roasted, it eliminates the need to grind them as the husks can be easily be broken by your teeth. I snack on them while watching TV.

I am always a bit leery of fish oil supplements, as toxins in any animal are stored in fat tissue, so I am worried that I may be consuming excess mercury or some other toxins, KWIM?

I've been eating ground flaxseeds for at least 6 months and my triglycerides are still high

. So that's why I'm going to take cod liver oil yum yum!

Jun 18th, 2008, 10:34 PM	#1
mh21 Member Location: Texas	Omega 3 fatty acids anyone? I had my cholesterol measured (free screening by CVS pharmacy in my locality) and my triglycerides were borderline high. One thing that can help reduce my triglycerides is to increase my intake of omega 3 fatty acids from food. However, I would like to know if anyone has taken omega 3s from cod liver oil, fish oil or flaxseeds etc (liquid, capsule, ground seeds etc) to reduce their triglycerides? Did it work and how long did it take? Did you make any other lifestyle changes like dietary or take up/increase exercise? Thank you!

Jun 19th, 2008, 01:54 AM	#2
b3stbuy Member Location: land of the 3 stars and the sun	it has to be a lifestyle change...and not merely a quick fix to lower your triglycerides i didnt want to be dependent on capsules or medications so i increased my intake of salmon, tuna, sardines...i started exercising again and cut down on my fried foods, sweets (the usual culprits) i also eat a serving of nuts (walnuts, almond, pecan) every other day coz it helps increase your HDL (good cholesterol) and lowers the LDL (bad sterol) if you want to do the tablet thing, it takes 2-3 months for the effects to show provided you also exercise and cut back on the junk food :) __________________ ~to my dogs, i am perfection personified...and i only hope that i am the person they think me to be ~

Jun 19th, 2008, 01:30 PM	#4
b3stbuy Member Location: land of the 3 stars and the sun	have u tried yoga or pilates? its not overly aggresive and the results are great __________________ ~to my dogs, i am perfection personified...and i only hope that i am the person they think me to be ~

Jun 19th, 2008, 01:41 PM	#5
PinkSuadeSoho Live the Life U Love Location: British Properties,Beautiful By Nature! Spectacular by SIGHT! :)	I'm actually doing an extensive nutrition program. They say your best bet is to use foods for the linoleic and linolenic acids (omega 6, and 3). It will take a month or so to see your numbers change. Your body needs about 10times as much linoleic <<<<(6) acid as it does linolenic <<<(3) acid to balance eicosanoid effects. If you have any questions I can help! __________________ Close your eyes to the faults of others What is needed is less: less greed, less fear, less hatred, less prejudice Nothing can make your life more beautiful than perpetual kindness

Jun 19th, 2008, 03:14 PM	#8
PinkSuadeSoho Live the Life U Love Location: British Properties,Beautiful By Nature! Spectacular by SIGHT! :)	Great for your omega 6 are leafy veggies, seeds, nuts, grains, vegetable oils (corn, cottonseed, safflower, sesame, soybean, sunflower), poultry fat. They say taking fish oil is not recommended although many claims are made for their power to cure diseases. The FDA does not permit labels to claim that fish oil supplements can prevent or cure diseases. However, it does allow the claim that research is suggestive but inconclusive regarding heart disease. HTH :) __________________ Close your eyes to the faults of others What is needed is less: less greed, less fear, less hatred, less prejudice Nothing can make your life more beautiful than perpetual kindness

Jun 19th, 2008, 02:48 AM	#3
mh21 Member Location: Texas	^ yes my instruction sheet also mentioned exercise, to eat fish like salmon etc, walnuts and green leafy veg. My diet is quite healthy since I'm a sahm and we mainly eat home cooked food and for almost half a year I've been eating ground flaxseed. It's the exercise that I find so hard to fit in. I dislike extreme heat and so now it's only suitable to walk early in the morning or late in the evening, but those times aren't always practical for me. My LDL was fairly low (which is good) but my HDL wasn't high enough (which is bad). I've ordered some cod liver oil (sounds gross) and I'll be taking that for the next 5 months by which time it will be time for my annual physical so I'll find out how my cholesterol levels are.

Jun 20th, 2008, 03:04 PM	#10
bagatella Member	Try flax seeds! Spectrum Organics makes a great dry-roasted, lightly salted flax seed that is delicious! Because they are roasted, it eliminates the need to grind them as the husks can be easily be broken by your teeth. I snack on them while watching TV. I am always a bit leery of fish oil supplements, as toxins in any animal are stored in fat tissue, so I am worried that I may be consuming excess mercury or some other toxins, KWIM?