Alicia64 Posted August 6, 2011 Share Posted August 6, 2011 I'm concerned that the fish have been contaminated since the Japan accident and am wondering where to buy fish oil tablets? And what brand? Dh is heading to Costco right now and we used to get fish oil at Costco. Thanks! Alley Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Negin Posted August 6, 2011 Share Posted August 6, 2011 I only buy Carlson's Norwegian from vitacost or amazon. I never buy such stuff at Costco, Walmart, etc. Carlson's is fabulous. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aelwydd Posted August 6, 2011 Share Posted August 6, 2011 (edited) My question has been where to buy the fish, period! We eat a lot of Alaskan salmon, but now I'm worried that the radiation off Japan's waters may spread to affect marine life throughout the Pacific. ETA: This article would seem to indicate there is a low risk level. I'm continuing to research the issue though. Edited August 6, 2011 by Aelwydd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted August 6, 2011 Share Posted August 6, 2011 I thought it was arctic cod that was used for fish oil. Am I wrong? So unless contamination has spread to the arctic ocean, it should be safe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jennifer3141 Posted August 6, 2011 Share Posted August 6, 2011 I buy Ultimate Omega from Nordic Naturals from Amazon for myself and Alaskan salmon oil in big pump bottle for the dogs and cats. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandra in FL Posted August 6, 2011 Share Posted August 6, 2011 I only buy Carlson's Norwegian from vitacost or amazon. I never buy such stuff at Costco, Walmart, etc. Carlson's is fabulous. Ditto. Both Carlson's cod liver oil and fish oil (very mild) are reasonably priced at vitacost. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gardenmom5 Posted August 6, 2011 Share Posted August 6, 2011 I've no idea the source of costco's fish oil I use nordic naturals for my 6yo. That's out of scandinavia. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slartibartfast Posted August 6, 2011 Share Posted August 6, 2011 Yeah..I use Nordic Naturals Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Negin Posted August 7, 2011 Share Posted August 7, 2011 This is the info I have on fish oil. Make sure to get a good, high-quality fish oil – such as Carlsons’s. You want to avoid fish oil that may come from polluted sources or that may be high in mercury. Other good brands are Nordic Naturals, Enzymatic Therapy, and Metagenics. Fish Oil is good for your heart partially because it decreases blood clotting and reduces blood pressure. If you have high blood pressure, high triglycerides, or other signs of heart disease, 3-5 grams may be helpful. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you’re taking medications to make sure there are no negative interactions. Fish oils thin the blood just like aspirin, gingko biloba, and garlic. You don’t want to thin your blood so much that it causes bleeding. For all others, 1 gram (1,000 mg) is fine. Stop taking fish oil and any EPA supplements 2 weeks before surgery – as well as possibly avoiding a fish dinner the night before any surgery. Do not take fish oils if you are on any blood thinner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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