Fish Oil Effects That You Can Avoid (part 1 of 2)

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There has been a lot of buzz about fish oil and its benefits.  Researches and studies have proved the numerous health benefits that fish oil can give.  But every coin has two sides.  So, is it possible for something beneficial  like fish oil, to have bad effects, as well?  Yes, it is possible.

If you have fish oil capsules or liquid at home, then you would have to make sure that it would not be exposed to heat, light and oxygen.  When exposed for too long, the fish oil would get oxidized and would get bad. Once the fish oil gets bad, it would lose its nutritional value.  Aside from that, bad fish oil and fatty acids are said to contribute to the development of cancer and other diseases.

Minor side effects of fish oil would include a fishy aftertaste, diarrhea, and fishy burps.  Some would report nose bleeding as a side effect of fish oil intake.  Aside from this, you would have to be conscious with vitamin A, E and D.  Accumulated or large doses of these vitamins can eventually lead to poisoning.

There are also serious side effects of fish oil.  If these side effects happen to you, it is best to consult a health care professional.  You would have to stop taking fish oil supplements or it could mean other serious ailments.

Fish oil is said to increase the risk of bleeding, especially gastrointestinal bleeding.  So if you would notice red blood on your stool and vomiting blood, the consult a health care professional immediately.  Serious effects could also include hemorrhagic stroke or bleeding in the brain.  Common symptoms would include vision and speech changes, numbness or loss of strength in the limbs and frequent and painful headaches.