Fish Oil

 

I am very often asked for advice on supplements. Usually it is people asking for some kind of magic pill. Luckily there is no magic pill.

Although there are many supplements out there for many different needs, I do not feel there are many supplements that everyone needs...

Except for fish oil. I feel that most people should take fish oils. 

Fish oil is high in Omega 3 Fatty Acids. Why is that important? Because the fats in our standard diets have many Omega 6 oils. There should be a proper balance of Omega 3 to Omega 6 fatty acids. Unfortunately we eat meats, eggs, and proteins from grain fed animals and as a result contain too much Omega 6 in relation to Omega 3. The ratios are all out of whack when we eat these sick animals.

A proper ratio can have anti-inflammatory effects that are positive for health and athletic performance. Fish oils promote heart health, eases joint pain, lower cholesterol and triglycerides, reduces inflammation in the body, combat against depression, helps physical recovery, and many other benefits.

You can get fish oil from oily fish like sardines, salmon, and mackerel. But if you need supplementation be sure to look for a quality brand that has been filtered of metals. Try to take one or two 1,000mg capsules with each major meal.