How many cod liver capsules per day?
I just bought a bottle of cod liver oil capsules but the dosage isn't very clear for my age. How many cod liver capsules should an adult typically take per day?
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4 months ago
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I take one capsule daily because my doctor recommended it for my PCOS inflammation. But please don't start taking them blindly because high doses of Vitamin A in cod liver can sometimes be harmful. Better to ask your doctor first.
4 months ago
My grandmother always used to tell us to take cod liver oil during winter, but I prefer to trust my doctor's prescription. Currently, I take one capsule daily with my main meal as advised. It's always safer that way.
4 months ago
Why ask online about capsule dosages? Everyone's body and deficiency levels are completely different. Don't trust random numbers on the internet; go get a basic blood test and ask your family doctor for the exact dosage you need.
4 months ago
I have type 2 diabetes and my nutritionist told me that one 1000mg capsule per day is sufficient for omega-3 needs. You have to be careful not to take too many supplements without knowing how they interact with your daily medications.
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4 months ago
Please be very careful with this. I took two capsules a day on my own and ended up with severe stomach burning and nosebleeds because it thinned my blood too much. Definitely see a proper doctor before starting any oil supplements.
4 months ago
I was taking cod liver capsules for severe joint stiffness recently. My doctor started me on 1 capsule per day after lunch, and honestly, my joints feel much better now. But yeah, do not self-medicate, get a doctor's go-ahead.