I tried to get my health insurance to cover my prescription for “Lovaza”. I tried and my cardiologist tried and it was next to impossible. The health insurance said I must first try over the counter fish oil supplements and proof that they don’t work by providing supporting Documentation that the brand purchased and the dose taken and I had to give it at least four weeks of failure to reduce my triglycerides and then they would cover it. So I did my research and I found a company that extracted and packaged pharmaceutical grade fish oil by the name of “Omegavia” and their gel capsules were quite concentrated. I took 3 grams for a month and did another blood test and “Triglycerides” were now within normal range. And they weren’t even that expensive, something like “$26.00” for a month’s supply. So I didn’t bother with the “Lovaza”, I found something just as good over the counter.
Honestly Omegavia is far better quality than Lovaza! For starters Lovaza is an ethyl esther form that our bodies dont absorb well. Also it's produces from salmon and mackerel that are both cheap and consistently report higher levels of mercury and other heavy metals. Omegavia on the other is produced from small anchovees that have far less heavy metal exposure, omegavia also gets third party tested for heavy metals and its produced using co2 extraction so the omega 3s arent getting denatured.
I should be sleeping. But I just found your channel and I cannot stop watching the videos. I think I only have a few left to watch, then what am I gonna watch?? Seriously, I've watched so many pharmacology videos and these are by far the best. Thank you very much!
Great video! There is so much confusion about how to pick the best Omega 3 (regardless if it's from fish or from algae), as most people are looking at the products with the highest EPA and DHA. I find out that doesn't matter how much EPA+DHA has a product, but matter most how well is protected that product against OXIDATION. Personally, I use an fish oil that comes with blood tests that measures the Omega 3 levels every 4th month, so in this way I make sure that I receive the right amount
Loving your videos. Amazed not more subscribers yet. Came here for the beta blockers video and just stayed for more. Nice relaxed style with great graphics and detailed scientific information that even a layperson can understand. Would love one on metformin if you get the time.
Thank you so much for the support! Yes there are a lot of videos planned. Diabetes is one of my favorite topics, so there will be videos on metformin and everything else!
Great info, thanks 🙏. The International Fish Oil Standard or IFOS, rates EVERY fish oil and rates according to quality, purity, heavy metals, stability and dosage etc Worth a look to know you are getting the best you can for the price you have. 😊
I had moderate To high LDL, started taking fish oil and it caused my LDL to go much higher. 136 to 180 and I was dieting. Didn’t work for me but it could still work for you. I did feel more calm. I’m not a doctor.
Awesome knowledge towards my health in healing from strong holds of bad foods very encouraging on the road too a healthy way of living thank you keep posting on this journey
Great explanation! I take fish oil among lots of other over the counter supplements all in an effort to lower my RX meds, improve my eyesight, help me with stress and body aches and to improve my mood. Please keep going and also include your opinion on the added ingredients in supplements and what is an ineffective supplement. Thank you!
What I didn't understand is how Omega 3 lowers Triglyceridine and at the same time raises levels of LDL As you explained in the hands of vitamin B3 that preventing the production of triglycerides will lead to a decrease in LDL
@@PolPotsPieHole thank you so much! I want to take Family Medicine in the future. I need to master Pharmacology. I am now done with my Internship and will be studying soon for boards. thank you thank you
Great video, thanks for sharing. Have you heard of Zinzino BalanceOil? It helps balance the Omega 6:3 Ratio close to a ratio of 3:1 and comes with a before and after dry-blood test to show the results. Most people have an Omega 6:3 ratio of 20:1 or more and from the tests done we can see that most fish oil products don't do the work when it comes to obtaining a healthy balance.
I am taking Niacinamide 500mg by Solaray with Aloe Vera. No problem flushing ( this is derivative). I take Nordic ultra omega 3, I also take Mega coQ10 ubiquinol 100mg super absorption.
I learned something new - fish oil lowers triglyceride levels, yet it raises LDL levels. My LDL is high, (182), my triglyceride is very low (108). Fish oil is not for me then ?? I've been taking it for 6-7 years, 2 g/day. Should I stop ? By the way my HDL is very high (108). Your advice will be greatly appreciated.
*The best healthy form of fish oil is Triglyceride form. Ethyl Ester form is cheap to make so most companies use that but it is very harmful for your health. When you consume Ethyl Ester form it create all kind of side effects on your body. I end up getting heart burn pain on tummy, discomfort and anxiety after consuming Ethyl Ester form even though the company said it is Salmon fish oil with high EPA DHA. When I got those side effects I did the thermocol test and find out the brand that made me sick is using Ethyl Ester form. So I am staying away from that brand. Also swallow the capsule do not break it in your mouth while consuming fish oil supplements especially if it is in Ethyl Ester form. Ethyl Ester form burn everything inside*
Omega 3 competes with 6 and 9 which are inflammatory and bad for you. This means you have to also cut out 6 and 9 to see the benefit of 3. This can be easily done by not consuming vegetable seed oils, Canola, Soy, etc.
The EPA/DHA stated is in how much fish oil? What does the bottle say. He is talking about total fish oil not counting the EPA/DPA. If each capsule is 1000mgs and it states on the bottle to take 2 you'll get 2000mg fish oil and your 800/500 EPA/ DHA from your 2 capsules.
Just take the number of capsules to get 4 grams of fish oil and neglect the EPA/DHA. I'm your next blood test get an omega index done and you'll find out your ALA EPA DHA DPA with an indeed number and a table to compare where you're at with the dose you're taking. Any changes in fish oil get another index. Always test for the drugs you are taking to be sure you're in the right range. The showing said I'd bet you high, you want an index around 7-8.
At the fish spots they fry the fish in canola oil or vegetable oil. What is healthier in oils to cook the fish and preserve the omega 3? Baked fish is undercooked.
Is it that 4g of fish oil gives about 2.5g of Omega-3 ? Omega3s are mostly triglycerides, but do reduce triglycerides. The most important point being as you can not reduce omage6 intake, take omega3 to balance them out. And there are relationships with Vitamin E. Those are also important for the eyes comfort.
Thank you that was very informative, now I know why my LDL is high because I was advised to take fish oil twice per day morning and evening a total of four capsule per day so my blood work LDL came out high now I know why.
So Fishoil can treat high triglyceride levels but also raise LDL? Which means.....does it matter if we take it at all if it´s doing both good and bad for the heart!?
My triglycerides are low (108), my LDL is high at 182. But my HDL is high at 108. I've been taking wild Salmon oil for 6-7 years. My primary care dr now wants to put me on Atorvastin 40mg. Im not convinced her recommendation is right for me.
Hi Doctor, will the otc fish oils work. I've been doing some research & I see it was stated that ethyl ester was bad & I saw videos on RUclips showing that it ate through Styrofoam. I purchased someone nature made fish oils, but it listed the omega 3s as ethyl ester, so I returned it. I just tried this test using some spring valley fish oil pills. it says it includes 1060mg of omega 3 fats acids as triglycerides & the epa/dha are also showing as EE & it ate through the Styrofoam cup. So I wanted to know are ethyl esther & triglycerides are the same?
I get insomnia from taking Omega 3 tablets, regardless if it is Algae based or fish oil based. I've tested this multiple times over the years. I can handle it if I take low doses. For example I can't take even one tablet of Lovaza every day without it affecting my sleep. Seems like one tablet every other day is tolerable.
What about the omega 3 from plants, such as purslane. Purslane is a common weed to most people but I raise a lot of plants, and the purslane just kept coming up in the pots so i researched it. It has the highest known concentration of omega 3 of any plant on the planet, as far as currently known. I like it raw but it contain oxalates and I have a kidney problem, so I cook it with other veggies to eliminate the oxalates.
Thank goodness unregulated fish oil is available. I'm praying that the FDA doe not gain control over the fish oil supplement market. The FDA wants to control all supplements. Thank god people have prevented them from doing so thus far.
How can patients who are taking aspirin daily take fish oil as there will be a risk of excessive bleeding. Is there an alternative or maybe not take fish oil regularly?
Is it ok to take Omega 3 fish oil supplement (one per day) with Clopidogrel (one a day) ?? if it's not ok then is it ok to eat oily fish (Salmon, Sardines etc) while on clopidogrel??
Hi there. That's what i found on the internet, if it's still any help for you. "...In conclusion, high-dose fish oil is safe in combination with aspirin and clopidogrel and does not increase the risk of bleeding compared with that seen with aspirin and clopidogrel alone..... Taking fish oil at the same time as blood thinners may cause problems with bleeding. Talk with your doctor first if you want to take more than 3 grams a day of a fish oil supplement. Doses this high can also increase the risk of bleeding..". And personally i believe it is OK to eat oily fish with your medication since it doesn't have as much Omega 3 acids as fish oil supplements.
Everyday seems scary. I don’t know a lot about anything but I was told too much of anything is bad for you. If you stop taking it will ur body be dependent on it and therefore have negative side affects? I want to better my body but scared to throw it out of wack.
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I tried to get my health insurance to cover my prescription for “Lovaza”. I tried and my cardiologist tried and it was next to impossible. The health insurance said I must first try over the counter fish oil supplements and proof that they don’t work by providing supporting Documentation that the brand purchased and the dose taken and I had to give it at least four weeks of failure to reduce my triglycerides and then they would cover it. So I did my research and I found a company that extracted and packaged pharmaceutical grade fish oil by the name of “Omegavia” and their gel capsules were quite concentrated. I took 3 grams for a month and did another blood test and “Triglycerides” were now within normal range. And they weren’t even that expensive, something like “$26.00” for a month’s supply. So I didn’t bother with the “Lovaza”, I found something just as good over the counter.
That's awesome!!
I think you mean "LAVAZA" 😏 .... grab a cuppa ☕
Honestly Omegavia is far better quality than Lovaza! For starters Lovaza is an ethyl esther form that our bodies dont absorb well. Also it's produces from salmon and mackerel that are both cheap and consistently report higher levels of mercury and other heavy metals. Omegavia on the other is produced from small anchovees that have far less heavy metal exposure, omegavia also gets third party tested for heavy metals and its produced using co2 extraction so the omega 3s arent getting denatured.
I personally produced the oil for lovaza, in norway😏
Cool
I should be sleeping. But I just found your channel and I cannot stop watching the videos. I think I only have a few left to watch, then what am I gonna watch?? Seriously, I've watched so many pharmacology videos and these are by far the best. Thank you very much!
Glad you like them! I truly appreciate the support! 😁
Extremely informative and well presented thank you so much. You diligence is impressive.
Very informative. Thanks. But why no mention of the benefits for brain function?
Please keep update more and more!! It is very helpful 🧡
More videos are on the way!
You should highlight retina and Macular health. Also vegan variety from algae avoids fish smell, rancidity and over-fishing
thank you so much please add more topics... I will watch all your lectures.. thank you
Your videoes are so useful. Easy to understand. Please do more videoes on pharmacology...
Great video!
There is so much confusion about how to pick the best Omega 3 (regardless if it's from fish or from algae), as most people are looking at the products with the highest EPA and DHA.
I find out that doesn't matter how much EPA+DHA has a product, but matter most how well is protected that product against OXIDATION.
Personally, I use an fish oil that comes with blood tests that measures the Omega 3 levels every 4th month, so in this way I make sure that I receive the right amount
Loving your videos. Amazed not more subscribers yet. Came here for the beta blockers video and just stayed for more. Nice relaxed style with great graphics and detailed scientific information that even a layperson can understand. Would love one on metformin if you get the time.
Thank you so much for the support! Yes there are a lot of videos planned. Diabetes is one of my favorite topics, so there will be videos on metformin and everything else!
Awesome channel, love these professional, to the point vids!
Great info, thanks 🙏. The International Fish Oil Standard or IFOS, rates EVERY fish oil and rates according to quality, purity, heavy metals, stability and dosage etc
Worth a look to know you are getting the best you can for the price you have. 😊
I had moderate To high LDL, started taking fish oil and it caused my LDL to go much higher. 136 to 180 and I was dieting. Didn’t work for me but it could still work for you. I did feel more calm. I’m not a doctor.
Thanks so much for these videos! I have been looking for a channel like this for awhile
Thank you for the support! I appreciate it!😁
Thank you so much Doctor!
Awesome knowledge towards my health in healing from strong holds of bad foods very encouraging on the road too a healthy way of living thank you keep posting on this journey
Glad I could Help! Keep up the healthy journey! You got this! :)
😄thank you :)
Helpful videos
Expect more
Thanks
Great explanation! I take fish oil among lots of other over the counter supplements all in an effort to lower my RX meds, improve my eyesight, help me with stress and body aches and to improve my mood. Please keep going and also include your opinion on the added ingredients in supplements and what is an ineffective supplement. Thank you!
Thank you Gina! 😁
What other supplements do you take?
What dose and brand please??
Thank you so much for these videos♥️
Thank you for watching! 😁
please make more videos. I really love your videos. please cover more topics.
Great video. Have to check the quality of my fish oil now.
Eduardo Bravo-Leon same here!
What I didn't understand is how Omega 3 lowers Triglyceridine and at the same time raises levels of LDL As you explained in the hands of vitamin B3 that preventing the production of triglycerides will lead to a decrease in LDL
Yah you right so what is important to reduce the triglycerides or the LDL 😂
I love these videos.
Thank you so much for your support!😁
Excellent! Great explanation thanks
I am a struggling med student I need this thank you!
if you make it as doctor and I hope you do, please don't be a pill pushing pharma shill like so many are
@@PolPotsPieHole thank you so much! I want to take Family Medicine in the future. I need to master Pharmacology. I am now done with my Internship and will be studying soon for boards. thank you thank you
Great video! How long from when taking do you start seeing results? OTC?
Is it possible that the increase of LDL is caused by the carrier oil (usually sunflower), not the fish-component itself?
I wonder about this as well. Hope we get an answer on this !!!
Sunflower oil!!
Very good
Great video, thanks for sharing. Have you heard of Zinzino BalanceOil?
It helps balance the Omega 6:3 Ratio close to a ratio of 3:1 and comes with a before and after dry-blood test to show the results. Most people have an Omega 6:3 ratio of 20:1 or more and from the tests done we can see that most fish oil products don't do the work when it comes to obtaining a healthy balance.
Great video thank you
I am taking Omega-3 for nine months every year starting from September till May. So far every thing remains under control.
What remains under control exactly?
thanks for the video love it very good jobs
Thank you for watching!!
Omega 3s only raise LDL in individuals with the ApoE4 variant. In individuals with ApoE2, it reduces LDL. It has minimum effect on ApoE3 individuals.
thanks for the video! 🤠
Thank you
Can u please make a video about antibiotics..all about..
Yes! It is planned, and will be made in the future!
very nice content
I am taking Niacinamide 500mg by Solaray with Aloe Vera. No problem flushing ( this is derivative). I take Nordic ultra omega 3, I also take Mega coQ10 ubiquinol 100mg super absorption.
Wow, you will live to 862 years.
IS there a certain food to take this with? Fatty food? Anything?
Great video!
I learned something new - fish oil lowers triglyceride levels, yet it raises LDL levels. My LDL is high, (182), my triglyceride is very low (108). Fish oil is not for me then ?? I've been taking it for 6-7 years, 2 g/day. Should I stop ? By the way my HDL is very high (108). Your advice will be greatly appreciated.
High hdl means your metabolic health is very good. What is your exercise routine ?
Did you try to cut saturated fats from your diet. It helps a lot in reducing ldl cholesterol
Can you do Zyrtec or anti histamine drugs
How does it affect the hdl? And how does it protect the heart and blood vessels? Thanks in advance
*The best healthy form of fish oil is Triglyceride form. Ethyl Ester form is cheap to make so most companies use that but it is very harmful for your health. When you consume Ethyl Ester form it create all kind of side effects on your body. I end up getting heart burn pain on tummy, discomfort and anxiety after consuming Ethyl Ester form even though the company said it is Salmon fish oil with high EPA DHA. When I got those side effects I did the thermocol test and find out the brand that made me sick is using Ethyl Ester form. So I am staying away from that brand. Also swallow the capsule do not break it in your mouth while consuming fish oil supplements especially if it is in Ethyl Ester form. Ethyl Ester form burn everything inside*
Good to know. Thanks M J.
I'll just stick to the ether
What u are describing is a side effect, that affects a minority.
Awesome vids!
I appreciate the support! @Typhon 😁
Omega 3 competes with 6 and 9 which are inflammatory and bad for you. This means you have to also cut out 6 and 9 to see the benefit of 3. This can be easily done by not consuming vegetable seed oils, Canola, Soy, etc.
Walnut hazelnuts have omega 6
Fish oil: lowers triglycerides but increase LDL
So is fish oil good for the heart: YESN'T
Wonderful
Fish oil supplements usually advertise some kind of cognitive benefit as well. Is there a well-known mechanism of action for these benefits too?
very good explanation of fish oil, thx
Taking fish oil almost everyday!! ❤️
Will eating one can of sardines give me the omega 3 I need?
Can you make videos about Cod liver oil? How it works in our body, I really want to know...
The forget the ⬆️ increased atrial fibrillation
I’ve been taking it for two weeks and have noticed my nails are growing faster and I’m losing less hair
Hi, wich one are you using
Help, I take Carlson fish oil (Omega 3). 1 teaspoon contains 800/500mg EPA/DHA. How many tsp do I need to get 4grams dose? Thumbs up and subscribed!
The EPA/DHA stated is in how much fish oil? What does the bottle say. He is talking about total fish oil not counting the EPA/DPA. If each capsule is 1000mgs and it states on the bottle to take 2 you'll get 2000mg fish oil and your 800/500 EPA/ DHA from your 2 capsules.
Just take the number of capsules to get 4 grams of fish oil and neglect the EPA/DHA. I'm your next blood test get an omega index done and you'll find out your ALA EPA DHA DPA with an indeed number and a table to compare where you're at with the dose you're taking. Any changes in fish oil get another index. Always test for the drugs you are taking to be sure you're in the right range. The showing said I'd bet you high, you want an index around 7-8.
At the fish spots they fry the fish in canola oil or vegetable oil. What is healthier in oils to cook the fish and preserve the omega 3? Baked fish is undercooked.
Is it that 4g of fish oil gives about 2.5g of Omega-3 ? Omega3s are mostly triglycerides, but do reduce triglycerides. The most important point being as you can not reduce omage6 intake, take omega3 to balance them out. And there are relationships with Vitamin E. Those are also important for the eyes comfort.
Thank you that was very informative, now I know why my LDL is high because I was advised to take fish oil twice per day morning and evening a total of four capsule per day so my blood work LDL came out high now I know why.
Can you provide details about the EHA and DHA values of your fish oil supplement? Also which brand you prefer .
Hi, I was wondering where you got the 13-63% fish oil concentration range from. Is there an article I can read on that?
luv it, basic info for me + a quiz i answered correctly 🙂YES i have subscribed, pls stay well
The secret of long life
I am very curious why You don't mention algae, where the fish get the omega 3.
So Fishoil can treat high triglyceride levels but also raise LDL? Which means.....does it matter if we take it at all if it´s doing both good and bad for the heart!?
Yeah, that may explain why my Triglycerides are 70 and my LDL is 210
My triglycerides are low (108), my LDL is high at 182. But my HDL is high at 108. I've been taking wild Salmon oil for 6-7 years. My primary care dr now wants to put me on Atorvastin 40mg. Im not convinced her recommendation is right for me.
Would it be a double protection in getting Triglycerides by taking Vitamin B3 and Fish Oil.
I had chest pain and my heart doctor said me to take fish oil and my chest pain gone
Omega 3 good for Fatty liver?
Cod Liver Oil is another oil high in those.
do we need stop taking statin medicine when start consume omega-3?
In practice we can see patients with poor lipid levels be on both
Can i take ashwagandha 500mg and vitamin d3 5000iu at the same time daily?? My vitamin d3 result is 10.52 insufficiency. Please let me know thank you.
what does the data show on health outcomes for people supplementing with fish oil vs people who don't? are there any studies?
So cool. I eat wild caught canned sardines.
What is the name of application that you created this video?
So unless the doctor recommends we shouldnt take the over the counter fish oil capsules? u know like a source of omega -3 that we hear so much of?
Hi Doctor, will the otc fish oils work. I've been doing some research & I see it was stated that ethyl ester was bad & I saw videos on RUclips showing that it ate through Styrofoam. I purchased someone nature made fish oils, but it listed the omega 3s as ethyl ester, so I returned it. I just tried this test using some spring valley fish oil pills. it says it includes 1060mg of omega 3 fats acids as triglycerides & the epa/dha are also showing as EE & it ate through the Styrofoam cup. So I wanted to know are ethyl esther & triglycerides are the same?
How about a person with fatty acid on liver is it advisable to take fish oil?
Sir plzz make a video on antidiabetic drugs and its classes plzzzz sir from PAKISTAN.
my ldl is through the roof and i cold not understand why, now i know
Please give the answers to the quiz
The answers are in the description
I get insomnia from taking Omega 3 tablets, regardless if it is Algae based or fish oil based. I've tested this multiple times over the years. I can handle it if I take low doses. For example I can't take even one tablet of Lovaza every day without it affecting my sleep. Seems like one tablet every other day is tolerable.
What about the omega 3 from plants, such as purslane. Purslane is a common weed to most people but I raise a lot of plants, and the purslane just kept coming up in the pots so i researched it. It has the highest known concentration of omega 3 of any plant on the planet, as far as currently known. I like it raw but it contain oxalates and I have a kidney problem, so I cook it with other veggies to eliminate the oxalates.
please explain how t3 /t4 medication work
Is it anygood for joints pain ?
How is fish oil and omega 3 interchangeable words? Plants also contain omega 3, but it's not like they have fish oil in them!
Wow
I take fish oil , my LDL has increased ,should l stop the fish oil?
How much is the daily requirement of fish oil capsuke
Thank goodness unregulated fish oil is available. I'm praying that the FDA doe not gain control over the fish oil supplement market. The FDA wants to control all supplements. Thank god people have prevented them from doing so thus far.
Is the MAV nutrition omega 3 brand good for a 22 year old male?
Good video FDA is about money money only!!
Ahh seems like you all just touch the surface of these supplements…but I’m enjoying the Physiology portion of this…
I prefer taking liquid fish oil like Carlson's
When I use fish oil, I last much longer in bed and my wife is happy. When I don't use it, I finish up in 1 minute.
How can patients who are taking aspirin daily take fish oil as there will be a risk of excessive bleeding. Is there an alternative or maybe not take fish oil regularly?
If you take fish oil and vitamin c you don't need aspirin take olive oil too just drink it from the bottle
Is it ok to take Omega 3 fish oil supplement (one per day) with Clopidogrel (one a day) ?? if it's not ok then is it ok to eat oily fish (Salmon, Sardines etc) while on clopidogrel??
Hi there. That's what i found on the internet, if it's still any help for you. "...In conclusion, high-dose fish oil is safe in combination with aspirin and clopidogrel and does not increase the risk of bleeding compared with that seen with aspirin and clopidogrel alone.....
Taking fish oil at the same time as blood thinners may cause problems with bleeding. Talk with your doctor first if you want to take more than 3 grams a day of a fish oil supplement. Doses this high can also increase the risk of bleeding..".
And personally i believe it is OK to eat oily fish with your medication since it doesn't have as much Omega 3 acids as fish oil supplements.
What are the best brands of fish oil otc?
Nordic Naturals
omega 3 every day is ok ?
Well I think so. I take fish oil every day, of which contains 360mg of omega 3, 1200mg of fish oil. I would see why not.
Doesn’t it increases Euric acid?
Everyday seems scary. I don’t know a lot about anything but I was told too much of anything is bad for you. If you stop taking it will ur body be dependent on it and therefore have negative side affects? I want to better my body but scared to throw it out of wack.
Very informative though thank you.
Short quiz answer 1.a 2.c 3.c 4.a