Guest guest Posted October 19, 2008 Report Share Posted October 19, 2008 Interesting!! I can just rub the Cod Liver Oil on my abdomen and that's the same as eating it? Isn't nature just fascinating! I'll try the brand you recommend once I finish with the pills and if I don't like the taste, will give my belly a nice massage every day! ;-) Should it be done with a meal like supplements (which helps with digestion) or anytime, since it's being absorbed through the skin? Thanks so much, Bee!! BTW, I just made my first egg drink.. I only did 1 tsp CO and butter and 1 egg, but forgot to halve the cinnamon and nutmeg - you can imagine how nice and SPICY it tastes!! ;-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 30, 2008 Report Share Posted October 30, 2008 > > Bee, > > I read in the Newsmax Magazine last night, where a doctor answering questions, told a woman to stop taking Cod Liver Oil, because the studies have shown that people get Vit A toxicity. What do you think about that? +++Hi . That isn't true! Cod liver oil contains vitamins A & D and omega 3. Vitamin D works with the vitamin A and omega 3 inside the body, along with " good " fats in the diet I recommend. There are 2 pathways inside the body whereby fats, oils and oil soluble vitamins are processed, and these pathways require all of the forms I recommend. Vitamin A toxicity has only been caused by synthetic forms of vitamin A, not from cod liver oil, and it would take more than 50,000 IUs per day for months before synthetic forms could be toxic. My M.D. even recommended 100,000 IUs of vitamin A per day to help with a cold and cough and I didn't become toxic. The Weston A. Price Foundation recommends 90,000 IU vitamin A to treat women's health problems: http://www.westonaprice.org/women/menorrhagia.html Also see these articles on vitamin A: http://www.westonaprice.org/basicnutrition/vitaminasaga.html http://www.realmilk.com/vita.html Bee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 7, 2008 Report Share Posted November 7, 2008 Usually CLO hasi 3 and 9 in varying amounts. Arias wrote: > > Is cod liver oil considered an omega 3 , 6, or 9? I have read that > bipolar type people don't do well on the 6's. > In the past my child went crazy on codliver oil, and I am wondering if > it is an omega " 6 " ???? > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 7, 2008 Report Share Posted November 7, 2008 also depends on whether the clo was metal free. There was some one on this list who had a child who did not tolerate clo's till later on in chelation. I think it was Dana...but don't quote me. > > Is cod liver oil considered an omega 3 , 6, or 9? I have read that > bipolar type people don't do well on the 6's. > In the past my child went crazy on codliver oil, and I am wondering if > it is an omega " 6 " ???? > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 7, 2008 Report Share Posted November 7, 2008 I have also read that that you have to be careful in the brand to make sure it is Mercury free, Carlson's and Nordic have the best reputation. But I aso read that within oils, vitamin D can aggravate candida ( Biamonte), I don't know if he is right or not. Also, I think it says in Andy's book that Mercury high people need mostly Omega 3. The balance of the oils are imblanced and Mercury high people need more Omega 3. > > Is cod liver oil considered an omega 3 , 6, or 9? I have read that > bipolar type people don't do well on the 6's. > In the past my child went crazy on codliver oil, and I am wondering if > it is an omega " 6 " ???? > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 8, 2008 Report Share Posted November 8, 2008 > > Is cod liver oil considered an omega 3 , 6, or 9? I have read that > bipolar type people don't do well on the 6's. > In the past my child went crazy on codliver oil, and I am wondering if > it is an omega " 6 " ???? From what I have read, it is primarily a 3. My son did not tolerate any EFAs until I gave mito cocktail and preloaded http://www.danasview.net/mar05.htm Dana Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 8, 2008 Report Share Posted November 8, 2008 > > also depends on whether the clo was metal free. > There was some one on this list who had a child who did not tolerate > clo's till later on in chelation. I think it was Dana...but don't > quote me. May have been me. My son did not tolerate any EFAs until mito cocktail and preloading, which I was unable to start until about round 50. http://www.danasview.net/mar05.htm Dana Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 9, 2008 Report Share Posted December 9, 2008 > > Hi Bee, > > I just purchased a cod liver oil supplement. Each capsule contains > 1,250 IU of Vitamin A and 130 IU of Vitamin D. The directions say to > take 1 to 3 daily. Will this provide me with all the vitamin A, D, and > fish oil I need, or do I need to take my other Vitamin A and fish oils > in conjunction with this? +++Hi Kate. To get 20,000 IUs of vitamin A from that capsule you'd need to take 16 capsules per day, and to get 800 IUs of vitamin D you'd need to take 6 capsules per day. It won't hurt you to take more vitamin D than the amounts below, so you should take 16 capsules per day to ensure you get enough vitamin A. Here's the nutrient levels required: Vitamin A: 20,000 IU - 30,000 IU Vitamin D: 800 IU - 1,200 IU Omega-3: 2,000 mg - 3,000 mg (EPA & DHA) You would also need to take a fish oil that contains only Omega 3 fatty acids (EPA & DHA). That's why it is better to take cod liver oil since it contains all three nutrients (vitamin A, vitamin D & Omega 3) - see this article since different brands of cod liver oil contain varying amounts of these nutrients: http://www.healingnaturallybybee.com/articles/cod2.php Bee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 9, 2008 Report Share Posted December 9, 2008 Hello, Enzymes are great to take with oils. That's why Enzymedica came out with EFA Optimize. So often stores have oil products returned because people are not seeing benefits or are unable to take them without feeling sick. EFA Optimize for assimilation of Essential Fatty Acids EFA Optimize was formulated to assist with the assimilation of Essential Fatty Acids while reducing the common symptoms of poor EFA digestion. One capsule of EFA Optimize taken with your essential fatty acid supplement will help ensure that your EFA's are doing their job.* Fats are labeled as essential or non-essential. Essential fats (EFA's) must be consumed through diet or supplements because the body cannot synthesize them. Popular supplements that provide EFA's come in the form of oils such as fish oils, flax oil, borage oil, krill, coconut and evening primrose oil. Many of us know the importance of Essential Fatty Acids in our diet; they provide energy to the body, maintain body temperature, insulate the nerves, enhance the immune system and protect body tissues. In order to accomplish these fundamental tasks, essential fatty acids must be absorbed and utilized by the body. SO YES YOU ARE ON TO SOMETHING! Alessandra Enzymedica's Education Department enzymedica.com > > Hi all - I remember reading a post recently on one of my groups about > cod liver oil. My 7 year old has been on it for 5 days now and I have > seen great results. His excema on his cheeks is almost gone and he is > talking/interacting a lot more. I only give 1/2 tsp. though and will > not increase it. I also make sure I give it to him with food and his > trienza enzymes to help break down the fat. I've taken fish oil > before without enzymes and it made me feel sick to my stomach. But > when I took it with digest gold, it worked out fine. > > so . . . in my opinion, there's something to that CLO. > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 24, 2008 Report Share Posted December 24, 2008 > > Bee it is where Dr Mercola is changing his mind on Cod Liver oil. +++Lola. I am very familiar with Dr. Mercola's article, and also the Vitamin D Council's articles upon which he based his information. I don't agree with him or the Vitamin D Council, and neither does the Weston A. Price Foundation: I wrote my response in Message #62491 sometime ago. Bee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 13, 2009 Report Share Posted January 13, 2009 > > What about Dr. Mercola telling people not to take cod liver oil. I heard from a Nourishing > Traditions leader that she would only take fermented that all the others are heat treated. > > I take green pasture's blue ice and when I went to amazon from Bee's site I saw it was $22 a > bottle while Garden of Life CLO was only $8.24 > I guess Green pasture's is high vitamin so the servings are smaller. +++Hi Doris. Dr. Mercola's recent recommendations not to take cod liver oil has been discussed a few times on this group, and I do not agree with him for very good reasons. The Weston A. Price Foundation also disagrees with him, so I posted their response recently too I think you find those messages by searching (go to the Group's website, click on Messages on the left menu, the search function is just above Messages). Green Pasture's is the high vitamin cod liver oil, while Garden of Life isn't - see this analysis I did of different Brands/Products - Note: even when taking high vitamin CLO means you have to take extra vitamin A: http://www.healingnaturallybybee.com/articles/cod2.php Bee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 17, 2009 Report Share Posted February 17, 2009 Hi , Bee generally doesn't recommend the capsules since it's difficult to get the nutrients in the proper doses that she recommends. I noticed that your URL is from the UK. Have you tried this company? red23.co.uk http://www.red23.co.uk/ Just do a search for cod liver oil. They have Blue Ice brand. Hope that helps! > > > Hi Bee, > I don`t live in the USA or Canada. So, it`s a real challenge for me to > find a proper Cod liver Oil. <snip> > Thanks for your help. > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 18, 2009 Report Share Posted March 18, 2009 > > Hi Bee, I was glad to hear that the move went smoothly. Did you just move to canada from the US? > > Bee, is the cod liver oil from radiant life free of the synthetic vitamins a and d? This is the one that I am taking now. +++Hi . I moved across Canada from Alberta to Ontario last May. I've lived in Canada since 1969. I do not know whether Radiant Life contains " true " vitamins A & D. You could write to the company and find out. The only product I'm sure contains natural occurring vitamins A & D is Garden of Life Old World Icelandic CLO. Luv, Bee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 20, 2009 Report Share Posted March 20, 2009 > > Thank you for answering all my questions about the enema's, it sure was helpful. I now realize it takes even more time, because of the clear water enema you do before doing the others. But its worth it. +++You are very welcome ! > > I'm in the process of another fine-tuning process of your program. I have to take baby steps (7 months on the program now, gone back to 3 tbl of coconutoil), and sometimes the retracing and die-off is hard to handle. This last week I had several emotional releases, that (although not easy to cope with) feels very very good! I can feel toxins coming out of every cell of my body, I can feel my brain is releasing toxins, is getting clearer every day and I can feel how all those toxins made me far more emotional then I should be. That kind of experiences keeps me going. +++That's great you are recognizing the reasons for your symptoms. Good for you. <snip> > So I searched on the net again (as you notice I do EVERYTHING to find all the things I need to get better... even in this small small country...LOL) and found a very small internet shop, dutch, who only sells Carlson Cod Liver oil. I'm SO happy with that, I ordered two bottles (cost me 100 euro's...) and when I took the first spoon I could feel it was pure liquid gold inside of me. I think I had some extra die-off from it (is that possible from cod liver oil?), but thats gone now. <snip> > Question: how much ml would I have to take from this Cod Liver Oil? It will be easier for me to count the ml. So I don't have to get confused in teaspoons and tablespoons, because I have small and big tablespoons in my drawers and maybe US tbl spoons are bigger then dutch tbl? The label of Carlson says it contains this: > Per 5 ml: > Calories - 45 > Total Fat - 5 g > Saturated fat - 1 g > Cholesterol - 20 mg > Vitamine A - 700 IU to 1200 IU > Vitamin D - 400 IU > Vitamin E - 10 IU > 1100 to 1250 mg Omega 3 including 500 to 590 mg DHA, 360 - 500 EPA and 40 to 60 ALA > I'm now taking one tablespoon per day, so I'm taking 5 ml, and I'm also taking seperately Vitamin Ä (retinol) 4 times 400 I.E. (same as IU) +++, you need to take 10 ml of that product, and even though you are taking more vitamin A you still are not getting enough. 10 ml = 1,400 vitamin A + 400 times 4, which is only a total of 3,000 vitamin A. You need to take a minimum of 20,000 IU vitamin A per day. You should also take vitamin E separately 200 twice a day, or 400 per day. The best, Bee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 20, 2009 Report Share Posted March 20, 2009 +++, you need to take 10 ml of that product, and even though you are taking more vitamin A you still are not getting enough. 10 ml = 1,400 vitamin A + 400 times 4, which is only a total of 3,000 vitamin A. You need to take a minimum of 20,000 IU vitamin A per day. You should also take vitamin E separately 200 twice a day, or 400 per day. Oh Bee, you can definitly see my eyes are VERY blurry. I can't see a thing straight, with or without glasses, LOL. The vitamin A I'm taking is 4000, with three zero's. When looking on the bottle this morning, the three zero's became two But I still have to take more vit A, 4 times 4000 = 16000 + 1400 of the CLO = 17400, so I have to take another capsule of vit A then I would take 21400. Can I take the 10 ml at once or is it more beneficial to take it 2 times a day? thank you! hugs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted March 21, 2009 Report Share Posted March 21, 2009 > > +++, you need to take 10 ml of that product, and even though you are taking more vitamin A you still are not getting enough. 10 ml = 1,400 vitamin A + 400 times 4, which is only a total of 3,000 vitamin A. You need to take a minimum of 20,000 IU vitamin A per day. You should also take vitamin E separately 200 twice a day, or 400 per day. > > Oh Bee, you can definitly see my eyes are VERY blurry. I can't see a thing straight, with or without glasses, LOL. +++That's funnee! lol! > The vitamin A I'm taking is 4000, with three zero's. When looking on the bottle this morning, the three zero's became two > But I still have to take more vit A, 4 times 4000 = 16000 + 1400 of the CLO = 17400, so I have to take another capsule of vit A then I would take 21400. +++Yes, taking 1 more capsule would be enough. > > Can I take the 10 ml at once or is it more beneficial to take it 2 times a day? +++You can take it at once, but always with complete meals that contain protein. Luv, Bee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 1, 2009 Report Share Posted May 1, 2009 > > I ordered the cod liver oil and plan to take Bee's suggested 2 tblsp. However my dad was just saying it is dangerous and too much can make you have diarrhea and/or vomitting. Is this something I need to ease into slowly? What about for my children? > I am looking forward to receiving my shipment and starting cod liver oil for the number of health benefits I have read. +++Hi Amy. I certainly don't recommend too much cod liver oil; that's the amount I take and it doesn't cause me to have diarrhea or vomiting, nor has it caused those symptoms in other members taking it. However, good healing foods, herbs, spices and even cod liver oil will create healing symptoms because the body needs it so badly. Start with 1 tbsp. per day and increase it to 2 tbls. after 5 days - see this article: http://www.healingnaturallybybee.com/articles/heal14.php Bee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 1, 2009 Report Share Posted May 1, 2009 > > Hi Bee-Aidan here in the UK-our Cod Liver oil supplier tells me that our normal blue ice fermented CLO has been repackaged-it now has exactly the same title on the label, but the ingredients listed now include: " 3% or leass of the following: other scaly fish liver oils, sundried Irish moss, organic plant sterol anti-oxidant. " Are we still okay to take these and give to kids? We follow your recommendations v studiously, as they have been so helpful. +++Hi Aidan. It's great to hear from you. CLO products have been changing and I haven't been able to evaluate that product. Evidently Green Pasture's, Dave Wenzel, is the one making it, but he says he cannot tell how much omega 3 or vitamins A or D are in it, so I'm totally disenchanted. I don't think it will hurt anyone to take it, but since I can't find out the amount of each nutrient it contains I can't endorse it. Here in North America I recommend Garden of Life Olde World Icelandic CLO since I'm certain of its nutrients levels, and that they use natural occuring A & D. Sorry Aidan. Bee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 12, 2009 Report Share Posted May 12, 2009 > > Bee, > Aidan here writing from the UK. We have 2 children, 5 nad 10 who, like their parents are plagued by candida. I have purchased 'Green Psastures'Blue Ice Cod Liver Oil-the particular Cod Liver Oil we usually use has been, I am told, discontinued. The new equivalent fermented Blue Ice CLO contains a couple of ingredients I would like to check on. It says under 'Other ingredients' " three percent or less of the folowing: other scaley fish oils, sundried irish moss and organic plant sterolanti-oxidant. " Should we worry about taking this CLO, in view of the latter 2 ingredients? +++Hi Aidan. I don't know what to think about the new Fermented CLO since they cannot provide a breakdown of the nutrient levels in it. I don't know what " plant sterolanti-oxidant " is, nor how they process the sundried irish moss. Maybe someone can email Dave Wenzel at Green Pastures (he makes the fermented CLO) and find out: http://www.greenpasture.org/community/ I believe the fermented CLO is okay to take, but I still cannot endorse it until I know the amount of each nutrient it contains. The best in health, Bee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 8, 2009 Report Share Posted June 8, 2009 Here is the reply I got from carlsonlabs. C. From: Eileen <eileen@...> Subject: Cod Liver Oil cindy_martian@... Date: Monday, June 8, 2009, 3:20 PM Dear :  Thank you for your interest in Carlson's Cod Liver Oil.  You will be pleased to know that this product contains only natural Vitamins A & D from the liver of the Cod fish. Synthetic Vitamins A & D are not added.  If we can be of any further assistance, please let us know.  Sincerely, Eileen Customer Service Carlson Laboratories, Inc.  Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 26, 2009 Report Share Posted June 26, 2009 Hi Alessandra, Below is a copy of an old posting you made to the enzyme and autism list. I did respond to it and asked if you would be willing to send out a sample of EFA Optimize but I never received a response from you. I'm trying again here to ask for the same request and hope that you receive this email. If you can respond to my email jbelle456@... I'd be happy to supply my mailing address. Thank you kindly, Dougherty _____ From: [mailto: ] On Behalf Of Alessandra Sent: Tuesday, December 09, 2008 2:50 PM Subject: Re: cod liver oil Hello, Enzymes are great to take with oils. That's why Enzymedica came out with EFA Optimize. So often stores have oil products returned because people are not seeing benefits or are unable to take them without feeling sick. EFA Optimize for assimilation of Essential Fatty Acids EFA Optimize was formulated to assist with the assimilation of Essential Fatty Acids while reducing the common symptoms of poor EFA digestion. One capsule of EFA Optimize taken with your essential fatty acid supplement will help ensure that your EFA's are doing their job.* Fats are labeled as essential or non-essential. Essential fats (EFA's) must be consumed through diet or supplements because the body cannot synthesize them. Popular supplements that provide EFA's come in the form of oils such as fish oils, flax oil, borage oil, krill, coconut and evening primrose oil. Many of us know the importance of Essential Fatty Acids in our diet; they provide energy to the body, maintain body temperature, insulate the nerves, enhance the immune system and protect body tissues. In order to accomplish these fundamental tasks, essential fatty acids must be absorbed and utilized by the body. SO YES YOU ARE ON TO SOMETHING! Alessandra Enzymedica's Education Department enzymedica.com > > Hi all - I remember reading a post recently on one of my groups about > cod liver oil. My 7 year old has been on it for 5 days now and I have > seen great results. His excema on his cheeks is almost gone and he is > talking/interacting a lot more. I only give 1/2 tsp. though and will > not increase it. I also make sure I give it to him with food and his > trienza enzymes to help break down the fat. I've taken fish oil > before without enzymes and it made me feel sick to my stomach. But > when I took it with digest gold, it worked out fine. > > so . . . in my opinion, there's something to that CLO. > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 27, 2009 Report Share Posted June 27, 2009 > > How much of Cod liver oil should I give to a 4 yr old? I currently give 5ml > (contain 2500iu vit A) and wondering if it's enough? > > -- > Priscilla 10-20 ml would be better. Check how much vitamin D is in it first though. Andy www.noamalgam.com www.noamalgam.com/hairtestbook.html www.noamalgam.com/nourishinghope.html www.noamalgam.com/biologicaltreatments.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 8, 2009 Report Share Posted July 8, 2009 > > just got the following items: > dr. ron's ultra-pure old fashion blue ice pure cod liver oil premium high vitamin pharmaceutically pure arctic mint flavor > the dosage says 1/2 tsp. vit a is 5750iu; vit d is 575iu; epa 145-375;dha 150-360 > is this the correct cod liver oil? > should i take only 1 tsp daily? > do i need to take a vitamin a supplement with cod liver oil? If yes what brand should I get? +++Hi Colleen. The instructions for taking Blue Ice CLO are in this article - scroll down to Blue Ice: http://www.healingnaturallybybee.com/articles/cod2.php > > nature's way hi-bio-c vit.c with 500mg bioflavonids per tablet vit c (from ascorbic acid,rose hips 500mg; citrus bioflavonoid complex 500mg rutin 50mg, hesperidin complex 50mg, aceola 1mg, other ingredients alfalfa(may contain one or more of the following magnesium stearate,cellulose, vegetable stearin, dicalcium phosphate and silica. > should I take 3 tablets daily along with 1/2 tsp of the vegetarian vit c crystals from country life. ingredient ascorbic acid or can i only take 6 tablets and not take any of the vit c crystals. I don't really care for the taste of the pure vit c so if i can take it in tablet form would be great +++You don't need to take any ascorbic acid crystals if you take 4,000 mg of the vitamin C tablet in divided doses. Start with small amounts, i.e. 500 mg 2 times a day and gradually increase it since it can cause loose stools if you increase the amounts too fast. > > natures plus betaine hydrochloride (from beet molasses)600mg other ingredients microcystalline cellulose,stearic acid,magnesium stearate,pepsin,bromelain,pancretin,papain,silica and pharmaceutical glaze. +++Don't use that product; instead buy one that is only Betaine hydrochloric acid - Natural Factors Brand is great, and it also contains fenugreek (a herb) which is okay to have in it - it is available at iHerb, and if you give them my reward numbers I can get credit - my Rewards Number is EWI284 (that's a capital I, not a 1): http://www.iherb.com/Betaine-Hydrochloride-500-mg-180-Capsules/2517?at=0 All the best, Bee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 8, 2009 Report Share Posted July 8, 2009 Does anyone have any recommendations on traveling with cod liver oil? Are there pills we can take over the liquid? I'm going to Italy in a few months and trying to make it as convenient as possible to still take all my supplements while I'm gone. Thanks! just got the following items: dr. ron's ultra-pure old fashion blue ice pure cod liver oil premium high vitamin pharmaceutically pure arctic mint flavor the dosage says 1/2 tsp. vit a is 5750iu; vit d is 575iu; epa 145-375;dha 150-360 is this the correct cod liver oil? should i take only 1 tsp daily? do i need to take a vitamin a supplement with cod liver oil? If yes what brand should I get? thanks colleen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 8, 2009 Report Share Posted July 8, 2009 > > > > Does anyone have any recommendations on traveling with cod liver oil? Are there pills we can take over the liquid? I'm going to Italy in a few months and trying to make it as convenient as possible to still take all my supplements while I'm gone. +++Hi . All supplements should be packed in your checked in luggage. Wrap liquid ones in plastic bags that are tightly sealed in case they leak - you could wrap glass containers in bubble wrap too. Then wrap all supplements well in tin foil so they are completely covered. This will protect them from scanners. The best, Bee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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