The effects of deep-sea fish oil and lecithin, and the contraindications of deep-sea fish oil consumption

Deep sea fish oil is an unsaturated fat component extracted from deep sea fish. Supplementing with deep sea fish oil can regulate blood lipids, prevent blood coagulation, improve memory, etc. Lecithin is the "third nutrient" along with protein and vitamins. So what are the functions of deep-sea fish oil and lecithin?

1. The role of deep-sea fish oil and lecithin

1. Transporting waste from the body

Fish oil dissolves and separates excess cholesterol and other waste in the cardiovascular and cerebrovascular systems. A "transport vehicle" is needed to transport the waste out, and this transport vehicle is lecithin. Lecithin plays a role in transporting waste and repairing and activating cells in the body.

2. Reduce serum cholesterol levels and promote blood circulation

Lecithin has the function of emulsifying and decomposing fats, which can enhance blood circulation, improve serum lipids, remove peroxides, reduce the cholesterol and neutral fat content in the blood, reduce the retention time of fat in the inner wall of blood vessels, promote the dissipation of atherosclerotic plaques, and prevent damage to the vascular endothelium caused by cholesterol.

3. Synergy and efficiency, more powerful

Scientists have found that taking lecithin at the same time as taking fish oil can make the unsaturated fatty acids, the main active ingredient of fish oil, even more effective and double the effect;

4. Enhance liver function and protect the liver

The metabolites of fish oil when regulating blood lipids must be metabolized by the liver, thereby increasing the burden on the liver (the liver of the elderly is more susceptible to damage).

5. Take fish oil and lecithin together

Not only does it create a clean and unobstructed blood environment, increase blood vessel flexibility, and effectively protect the cardiovascular and cerebrovascular systems, but lecithin can also enhance the liver's excretion function, thereby protecting the liver from damage.

6. Dosage ratio

It is best to take deep-sea fish oil together with lecithin. Generally, the best effect is achieved in a ratio of 1:2 or 1:3. It is best for middle-aged and elderly friends to take 1 fish oil capsule and 2 lecithin capsules on an empty stomach in the morning, and then take 1 fish oil capsule and 2 lecithin capsules 2 hours after meals at night. For elderly people with more serious cardiovascular and cerebrovascular symptoms, taking some propolis will have a better maintenance effect. Recommended reading: How to take deep-sea fish oil? The efficacy and function of deep-sea fish oil

2. Taboos on the consumption of deep-sea fish oil

1. Generally speaking, taking no more than 3 grams per day is safe for most people (including pregnant and breastfeeding women) and will not cause any side effects of deep-sea fish oil.

2. Taking too high a dose of deep-sea fish oil will make it difficult for the blood to coagulate and increase the risk of bleeding. Possible side effects of fish oil include belching, bad breath, heartburn, nausea, loose stools, rash and nosebleeds.

3. Taking deep-sea fish oil supplements with meals can often reduce the occurrence of these side effects. Certain fish, especially shark, mackerel, and farmed salmon, may be contaminated with mercury and other chemicals. Therefore, when choosing fish oil supplements, you should choose fish oil products with high purity and extracted from deep-sea pollution-free fish.