Comments on: Understanding Omega-3 Fats

By: Madhu Kumar

Madhu Kumar — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 17:56:36 +0000

You have been taking flex seed oil 1 tablespoon a day for 4 years. I read that flax seed oil induces hair loss. Is this true? did your hair get better? Please let me know because my daughter is suffering from scalp dermatitis and her nutritionist suggester her to take 1tbs flax seed oil but I am just afraid to give her.

By: Dana White

Dana White — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 15:17:12 +0000

Hi Tracy –
There are plenty of other omega-3 foods you can eat if you’re allergic to flax. Salmon and walnuts are a great place to start. If you choose to get more omega-3 from a supplement (such as marine algae or fish oil) check out the specific product with your doctor to make sure it won’t interfere with your medications.

By: tracy

tracy — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 02:10:13 +0000

my doctor told me to take flax seed but i found out i was allergic to it. Is there any thing else i can take? I’m taking Levothyroxine for my thyroid is there any vitamins i can take that wont interfere with it?

By: Dana White

Dana White — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 17:35:39 +0000

Hi Jean –
The concern with farm raised salmon is that they can contain possible cancer causing substances called PCBs (but you would most likely have to eat a tremendous amount to put your health at risk). Some medical advisory boards believe that the health benefits associated with eating salmon outweigh the risks. It sounds like you’re doing it right, opt for the wild salmon when you can, but some farm raised on occasion is OK too.

By: J.D.

J.D. — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 15:40:05 +0000

Great blog, good to see others with the understanding of how great tasting food can be realy good for you. Talking to some people they are more scared of how to cook or how to incorporate small simple omega 3 dishes into there everyday lives. Can you add more 5 or 6 ingredient recipes for others to use.

By: Jean

Jean — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 13:51:55 +0000

We get fresh farm raised salmon is that o.k.? Whenever available I make sure I get fresh wild caught fish. Thank you

By: Stef

Stef — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 20:11:55 +0000

I’ve been taking a tablespoon of “cold pressed” flaxseed oil with my protein shake evryday for 4 years. It helps to kick up the Omega 3, 6 and 9’s. I also take fish oil from Salmon as well 2 grams daily. Because I do this I try to reduce sat fats as much as I can, but I must confess, I like a steak once in awhile.

By: Crystal

Crystal — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 19:19:08 +0000

I have always known about Omega 3, but now you have given a lot of great ideas to have fun eating them. I will try your recipes!! Thanks

By: Dana White

Dana White — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 19:15:10 +0000

Hi Sue – certain marine algae (basically, plants from the sea) can provide DHA and EPA omega 3 without fish. It’s available in supplement form and is added to some omega 3 fortified foods. Make sure to check labels on the specific products to make sure there’s no fish oil in there along with it.

By: Sue

Sue — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 17:53:58 +0000

What if a person is allergic to fresh water fish and seafood? How do I get my omega 3?