Omega 3 supplements

2025-06-09 16:15:33
Can anyone take omega-3 supplements regularly for a year? What is the recommended mg for a 23year old female with normal BMI
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Supplements are only necessary if your diet lacks these foods or if recommended by a healthcare provider. -Yes, most healthy adults can take omega-3 supplements for a year, but it’s important to follow recommended guidelines and consult a healthcare professional before starting.  -For a 23-year-old female with a normal BMI, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) recommends 250–500 mg of combined EPA and DHA daily. -Avoid exceeding 3,000 mg per day unless advised by a doctor, as high doses may cause side effects (NIH). -Meeting your omega-3 needs through food is ideal. Foods like salmon, mackerel, sardines, walnuts, flaxseeds, and chia seeds are good sources and provide other nutrients too.  -You can easily include omega-3-rich foods in your meals—try recipes like pan-fried salmon with rice combos, chia seed pudding, or smoothies or oatmeal made with walnut and flaxseed for variety and taste. 
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Better to take seeds then following omega acid tablet only

Answered2025-06-12 16:41:29

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Please ask me directly for details.

Answered2025-06-12 07:22:12

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For 23 years old female with normal BMI , the recommended omega 3 intake depends on Maintain general health Support specific condition like skin health, PCOS , inflammation and mood General Recommend Daily intake EPA + DHA - combined -250-500 mg/ day ALA ( from flax / chia / walnuts) 1.1 gms / day Most omega 3 capsule contain 250-1000mg of fish oil Supplement lebel Tips : Fish oil 1000mg But only contain EPA 180 mg + DHA 120 mg -300mg total omega 3s

Answered2025-06-11 10:06:37

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Hi You don’t need to take it for a year. Take for 2-3 months. But if you are taking blood thinners or anti platelet drug, do not take omega -3 supplements. Try including it from foods. If you eat animal foods, then fish is a great source. If you eat plant foods, choose from flax seeds, chia seeds and walnuts.
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Here are some benefits of flaxseed and the right way to eat it - https://www.pragmaticnutritionist.com/post/health-benefits-of-flaxseed

Answered2025-06-11 06:55:10

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Good noon pls contact physician kindly.

Answered2025-06-11 06:52:21

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Supplements are only for meeting deficiencies…. Bmi for 23 year old female can range from 21-22

Answered2025-06-11 06:59:34

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