how much actual fish would need to be eaten to equal the recommended 3000 mgm of fish oil?
05/07/09
Friday, May 08, 2009
Hi Marilyn,
It depends on the type of fish. For example, a 3 1/2 ounce serving of Atlantic mackeral contains 2.6 grams of omega 3's, so 4 ounces would provide the 3000 mg you seek. However, canned tuna provides only 0.5 grams per 3 1/2 ounces, so you'd need about 21 ounces to consume 3000 mg of omega 3's.
All the best,
Lisa Nelson RD
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re: how much actual fish would need to be eaten to equal the recommended 3000 mgm of fish oil?
Marilyn
Saturday, May 23, 2009 at 12:30 AM
Marilyn
Saturday, May 23, 2009 at 12:30 AM
re: re: how much actual fish would need to be eaten to equal the recommended 3000 mgm of fish oil?
Lisa Nelson, RD, LN
Saturday, May 23, 2009 at 11:49 AM
Lisa Nelson, RD, LN
Saturday, May 23, 2009 at 11:49 AM
Hi Marilyn,
Krill oil is a type of fish oil and an option for boosting your omega 3 intake. Same "rules" apply, make sure the DHA and EPA content is adequate.
All the best,
Lisa Nelson RD
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Thanks! Now my next question is about Krill oil as a cholesterol lowering adjunct?