Fish Oil capsule intake tips

[Ralph_Wiggum]

Ok, I got some Fish Oil EPA pills from Vitamin World and I've only taken 2 doses thus far. The first time, last night, I didn't really burp. Today however, one burp tasted so bad that it made me gag and spitup. I like to go fishing, but I hate the smell of fish!

Is there any tips on how many capsules to take, when to take them, and what to take them with that can minimize/reduce the risk of the burping/taste in mouth from the gas?

 

[anthrax]

Maybe they're rancid ?

Try with another brand

 

[jstrick2]

How many grams per serving in those caps? I always heard the caps didnt give you even close to enough EFAs....

Could be wrong I spose. I will just go back to spoon feeding my flax lol

Jake

 

[Ralph_Wiggum]

Serving Size: 1 softgel

Cals: 10
Total Fat: 1g
Vitamin E: 1.1 I.U. (as d-alpha tocopherol plus d-beta, d-gamma, and d-delta)
Fish Oil: 1,000 mg

EPA: 180 mg
DHA: 120 mg

I'm not sure if they are rancid...they just taste like fish when I burp (remind me of fish @ least). How can I tell if they are or not? Will I just start puking my brains out one day?

edit: I plan on taking 2 pills 3x/day w/ carbs (so they will get deposited in bodyfat stores so they can do thier magic).

 

[BrandonXJ]

Serving Size: 1 softgel

Cals: 10
Total Fat: 1g
Vitamin E: 1.1 I.U. (as d-alpha tocopherol plus d-beta, d-gamma, and d-delta)
Fish Oil: 1,000 mg

EPA: 180 mg
DHA: 120 mg

I'm not sure if they are rancid...they just taste like fish when I burp (remind me of fish @ least). How can I tell if they are or not? Will I just start puking my brains out one day?

edit: I plan on taking 2 pills 3x/day w/ carbs (so they will get deposited in bodyfat stores so they can do thier magic).

If they taste like fish when you burb, they're not rancid. you will know if they go bad, trust me. This doesn't help your problem, but for next time try and get the liquid (mine is lemon/lime flavored, tastes nothing like fish). I take 2 tbsp a day and I get 1.7g EPA and 1.2g DHA.. a lot less swallowing. Maybe try eating something small with the caps..a cracker or something? I feel your pain, I hate the fishy taste too.

 

[sawastea]

Shoot for 3g EPA/DHA. In your case, it'll be 10g fish oil daily, either as a bolus, or in doses, with meals.

 

[Ralph_Wiggum]

I should have taken into consideration the EPA/DHA contents before I bought the damn bottle. My mistake . The article I read (HST FAQ) suggested 3-6 grams/day of those for the desired effects on fat cells. I was w/ my friend in the store (who had his discount card) and I felt rushed. Next time I will look for the flavored liquid. Do you buy the liquid online?

I'll up my dose to 3 pills-3x/day+1 extra pill w/ one meal for now.

 

[BrandonXJ]

Do you buy the liquid online?

I'll up my dose to 3 pills-3x/day+1 extra pill w/ one meal for now.

Nah, got it at Vitamin Shoppe. It's in the refridgerator, like $8.99.. just make sure it stays cold or it will turn on you.

 

[anthrax]

Nah, got it at Vitamin Shoppe. It's in the refridgerator, like $8.99.. just make sure it stays cold or it will turn on you.

There is no need to keep the bottle in the fridge AS LONG AS you don't open it (ie the shelf of the store)

 

[Slyder190]

Here's a tip, use EFA oil, it's much cheaper.