How effective is a Krill Oil?

Reduce arthritis and joint pain. May reduce IBS and other gut symptoms. Improve heart health. Reduces premenstrual cycle symptoms. Improve brain function.

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Take Krill Oil

Definition

Take Krill Oil

How to Do It

Take in capsule form. Follow manufacturer’s instructions.

Typically it is recommended to have approximately 250-500mg per day of DHA and EPA combined.

Benefits

Reduce arthritis and joint pain[1]
May reduce IBS and other gut symptoms[2,3]
Improve heart health[2,4,5]
Reduces premenstrual cycle symptoms[6]
Improve brain function[2,7]

Why it works

Contains omega-3s in the form of phospholipids which may be easier to absorb than fish oil omega-3s which are stored as triglycerides.[8]
Anti-inflammatory[2]
Lowers triglycerides[4]
Lowers LDL “bad” cholesterol and may increase HDL “good” cholesterol[5]
Increase omega-3s in the brain[7]

Suggested Frequency

Daily

Supporting Studies and Articles

Side Effects

May lower blood pressure or blood sugar levels

Gurus/Celebrities/Doing it

Victoria Pendleton

Maggie Gyllenhaal

Arianna Huffington

Category Health/Productivity/Focus:

Mood
Health
Productivity

Suggested Time of Day

Take with food

Notes

Do NOT take more than 5,000mg per day of EPA and DHA combined.
Consult with your doctor if you are on blood thinners, are about to have surgery, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding
Avoid if you have a seafood allergy