Omega 3 And Side Effects

Omega 3 fatty acids have a wide range of health benefits and almost no side effects. Some minor side effects - and again, nothing really to worry about - were shown, with extreme high dosages of omega 3's.

Below you can find a list of possible side effects that may result from an increased consumption of omega 3 fatty acids:

* Omega-3 fatty acids in high dosages can lead to blood thinning and increase bleeding time. On the other hand, there are no documented cases of abnormal bleeding as a result of fish oil supplements given at high dosages.

* High dosages of fish oil may increase LDL cholesterol levels.

* A fishy aftertaste and gastrointestinal disturbances in certain cases.

* Certain species of fish, such as sword fish, shark and others may be contaminated with significant amounts of mercury, heavy metals and other dioxins.

So, nothing really to be concerned about too much. I guess, the only point where you should be careful is when you are eating lots of fish. Chose fish that's less likely to be contaminated with mercury and other dioxins.

If you are eating lots of fish, I would even recommend, decreasing your fish consumption slightly and supplementing your diet with purified omega 3 fish oil. Again, make sure the brand you chose is purified and free from any contaminants.

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