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Cod Liver Oil Acne Management

By Adrian Oaks / January 16, 2016

Share0 Pin0 ​ Is cod liver oil a good supplement for treating acne? The answer is a resounding yes. Surprisingly, one of the earliest known uses of fish oils dates back to 360 BC. The use of fish oil is mentioned by Hippocrates “to treat eruptions of the skin”. The omega-3’s and vitamins in fish […]

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Cod Liver Oil Benefits

By Adrian Oaks / January 16, 2016

Share0 Pin0 ​ Cod liver oil is a highly potent supplement created from the extraction of liver oil from the cod fish. It is considered by many to be more of a “super food” or “complete food” similar in scope to raw milk. It differs from normal fish oil by being sourced from a specific […]

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The Truth About Fish Oil And Weight Loss

By Adrian Oaks / January 16, 2016

Share0 Pin0 ​ Recent news reports would have many believe that fish oil is the magic pill that helps you lose all of your excess pounds. Unfortunately, if you are a overweight but otherwise healthy individual, a recent study has concluded that fish oil won’t help you lose weight any faster than a placebo would. […]

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Should You Use Fish Oil for Bodybuilding?

By Alex Fischer / January 16, 2016

Share0 Pin0 Note: This is a guest post from Alex over at activitytrackerworld.com. In this day and age, bodybuilders are faced with a huge array of supplements, powders, and other products to help them put on muscle faster. Some of these products will help you put on muscle, but are unhealthy in the long run. […]

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Is Fish Oil Good For Dogs?

By Adrian Oaks / January 16, 2016

Share0 Pin0 Many pet owners will benefit by adding a fish oil supplement to their pets diet. Dogs, in particular, have been shown to react positively when introduced to supplemental omega 3 fatty acids. Fish oils such as cod liver oil, krill oil, and salmon oil are a great “health maintenance” supplement. Fish oil benefits […]

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Supplement Showdown: Flaxseed Oil Vs Fish Oil

By Adrian Oaks / January 16, 2016

Share0 Pin0 As an omega 3 supplement, which is better? Although they may appear similar, plant based oils and animal based ones are decidedly different. Let’s compare the benefits and weaknesses of these 2 oils. To get started, we will examine flaxseed oil and its omega 3 profile. Quick Navigation Flaxseed Oil & ALA Flaxseed […]

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Dosing Guidelines: How Much Fish Oil Per Day?

By Adrian Oaks / January 16, 2016

Share0 Pin0 How much fish oil should you take every day? The answer is: it depends. Different brands of fish oil contain different ratios of EPA and DHA. It is important to read the labels to understand how much omega-3s they contain. To get started, let’s take a look at this bottle by Nordic Naturals. […]