Arthritis and Fish Oil Headaches

Question:

I started taking it a week ago recommended by my doctor for arthritis and I have been having permanent headaches, could omega 3 be the cause of my headaches?

By Maria

"Anything can give you a headache"

Well, anything can give you a headache. Believe me, I used to have headaches from just certain strong odours, like an orange.

Polyunsaturated oils, including the omega 3 fats, are extremely susceptible to damage from heat, light, and oxygen. When exposed to these elements for too long, the fatty acids in the oil become oxidized, that is rancid.

Rancidity not only alters the flavor and smell of the oil, but it also diminishes the nutritional value. More importantly, the oxidation of fatty acids produces free radicals, which are believed to play a role in the development of cancer and other degenerative diseases.

As a result, oils rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids should be stored in dark glass, tightly closed containers in the refrigerator or freezer. In addition, these oils should never be heated on the stove. So, instead of sautéing your vegetables in flaxseed or walnut oil, make a salad dressing using these oils.

Many fish oil supplements manufacturers suggest taking one pill three times each day. If you want to reduce the fish oil side effects you might want to start out with one pill once a day for the first three days. Then go up to one pill twice a day for seven days and then go up to the full three pills a day.

You don´t say how many capsules of omega 3 you are taking, but start with one a day. Your body may need more time to adapt. If that still gives you the headache after a week, change brands. If not, increase the dosage by one, after you are headache free for 3 or 4 days. Some people need time to get use to fish oil.

You may read Fish Oil Dosage.

If you suffer arthritis you may take a look at this information.

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