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#342577 - 02/24/09 08:36 PM

recaj2

Reged: 02/24/09
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Loc: California

Hello I have extreme difficulty digesting oils of any kinds, even healthy olive oil.If I eat food with any oils, I have a severe reaction (explosive diarrhea). However, I know that olive oil is good for me. Are fish oil capsules a safe alternative to use (which means no diarrhea) or should I abandon all hope of incorporating healthy oils into my diet? I also have concerns because my hair and skin are dry due to lack of oils as well. Thanks in advance for your anticipated replies.

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#342585 - 02/25/09 06:17 AM

Jordy

Reged: 08/12/06
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I take them, but then again, I'm a C. I don't think they effect my IBS one way or the other.

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#342588 - 02/25/09 06:44 AM

Syl

Reged: 03/13/05
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Loc: SK, CANADA

I am IBS-D. I find I cannot tolerate fish oil or other omega 3 oil supplements. I have no difficulties using small amounts of olive oil when cooking.

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#342617 - 02/25/09 08:03 PM

recaj2

Reged: 02/24/09
Posts: 2
Loc: California

thank you for your input. I was afraid that was true. have a great weekend. Joan

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#342638 - 02/26/09 01:42 PM

Little Minnie

Reged: 04/16/04
Posts: 4987
Loc: Minnesota

I agree with Syl that taking supplements or extra oil such as fish oil or flax oil is tough on the gut. You can use some oils but you still have to have an appropriate amount of FF calories in the gut. You can use olive oil in cooking, flax oil for dressing and eat the omega 3 fishes. The IBS diet is so healthy in itself that not being able to take fish oil isn't detrimental.

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#342817 - 03/04/09 12:11 PM

som

Reged: 03/19/08
Posts: 23

hi i have been wondering same thing cos my joints have started to get stiff and i think it could be due to the lack of oil in my diet i am ibs d aswell. i have never had a problem like this before but i recently restricted my diet so i think it must be linked i'm only 25 and i'm very active. so i'm as lost as you !!

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#343901 - 03/31/09 03:23 PM

chigal

Reged: 08/04/03
Posts: 43
Loc: St. Louis, MO

My triglycerides are way up (245!!!!) for the first time in my life, and my doctor has suggested fish oil capsules. I'm waiting to start since I had the worst IBS attack in years last week (primarily IBS-D), and I'll see her on Thursday. I'm thinking I may be able to take one with a low fat meal when I add Tummy Fibers. If you have any other suggestions, please let me know.

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#343903 - 03/31/09 04:37 PM

osbo54

Reged: 09/04/08
Posts: 497

I take 2 fish (Krill) oil soft gels every day, along with 3 Evening Primose Oil soft gels with no problems at all. But, that's me.

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#358256 - 04/30/10 05:06 PM

Naturapanic

Reged: 02/16/06
Posts: 856

Quote:

I am IBS-D. I find I cannot tolerate fish oil or other omega 3 oil supplements. I have no difficulties using small amounts of olive oil when cooking.

Syl...what happens when you take fish oil capsules?
For my diet, I need a certain amount of fat, and this supplement could help.

Does it really pose a problem for IBS-C?

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#358257 - 04/30/10 06:49 PM

Bel920

Reged: 03/22/10
Posts: 80
Loc: Nevada

I take fish oil every day and I am predominantly IBS C. Doesn't seem to affect me at all.

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#358258 - 04/30/10 08:21 PM

Naturapanic

Reged: 02/16/06
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Really?
I thought the high concentration of fats would.
I mean, if we had 10 grams of fat in that concentration, wouldn't they be a prob.

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#358273 - 05/01/10 08:29 AM

Bel920

Reged: 03/22/10
Posts: 80
Loc: Nevada

I take 2 capsules daily, for a total of 2.5 g of fat from fish oil supplements.

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#358275 - 05/01/10 02:09 PM

Cyndy

Reged: 03/05/05
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There is not that much fat in oil capsules.

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#364212 - 04/09/11 01:21 PM

hudlander

Reged: 09/26/10
Posts: 198

So are Fish Oil Capsules safe?

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#364223 - 04/10/11 11:08 AM

Syl

Reged: 03/13/05
Posts: 5499
Loc: SK, CANADA

I have been experimenting with a enteric coated omega 3 from supplement. I find if I take them with a meal they don't seem to present any problems.

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#364261 - 04/12/11 04:20 PM

hudlander

Reged: 09/26/10
Posts: 198

Which brand?
Is nordic naturals safe?
If so, which specific product?
http://www.nordicnaturals.com/en/General_Public/Nordic_Naturals_Products/97

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#364274 - 04/13/11 06:59 AM

Syl

Reged: 03/13/05
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Try any omega 3 fish oil supplement that says it is enteric coated. Read the label to ensure it only contains fish oil. The brand is irrelevant

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#364277 - 04/13/11 12:30 PM

hudlander

Reged: 09/26/10
Posts: 198

1. Why does it need to be Enteric Coated ?

2. This website seems to cast doubt:

Quote:

It is also important to note that consumers with sub-optimal digestion may not digest and absorb fish oil from an enteric-coated capsule.

http://www.nordicnaturals.com/en/FAQ%27s/FAQs/390
(question 43)

3. Can you send me a link of YOUR product so I can see?

4. Would
-this be safe http://www.nordicnaturals.com/en/Products/Product_Details/514/?ProdID=1571

-or this http://www.drugstore.com/nature-made-odorless-fish-oil-1200mg-softgels/qxp149040

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You will burp up fish oil if it's not enteric coated. Very, very unpleasant. -nt- new

#364280 - 04/13/11 12:37 PM

Heather

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Re: You will burp up fish oil if it's not enteric coated. Very, very unpleasant. -nt- new

#364283 - 04/13/11 12:41 PM

hudlander

Reged: 09/26/10
Posts: 198

Yuck!
Aside from enteric coated...that's all that matters?

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