Guest guest Posted November 14, 2005 Report Share Posted November 14, 2005 HI Vikki, We have used eye q, hemp oil and various others over the years. We had tested after years of supplementing with hemp oil and found that he was low end of normal in 6 and 9 and very deficient in 3. We started supplementing with 3 capsules of biocare mega epa daily and 3 -5 mls of cod liver oil (Nordic Naturals ). We tested again and all his fatty acids were fine. Jane EFAs Help! Which EFAs supplement has the highest amount of EPA, DHA and GLA?According to nutritionists, every individual, regardless of the extra deficiencies placed on the body by autism, should have at least1000mg of omega 3 fats, and150mg GLA.I am currently using Eye Q, but this contains a tiny proportion of these amounts! And most of the others, like Kirkmans and UDOs, seem to be the same.I appreciate we also get a certain amount through normal ingested foods, but this still seems very lacking!Any ideas from anyone, please!Vikki B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 14, 2005 Report Share Posted November 14, 2005 I think Nordic Naturals has the highest dha, epa amounts. Also Carlson's makes a high epa fish oil EFAs Help! Which EFAs supplement has the highest amount of EPA, DHA and GLA?According to nutritionists, every individual, regardless of the extra deficiencies placed on the body by autism, should have at least1000mg of omega 3 fats, and150mg GLA.I am currently using Eye Q, but this contains a tiny proportion of these amounts! And most of the others, like Kirkmans and UDOs, seem to be the same.I appreciate we also get a certain amount through normal ingested foods, but this still seems very lacking!Any ideas from anyone, please!Vikki B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 14, 2005 Report Share Posted November 14, 2005 Thanks, EFAs Help! Which EFAs supplement has the highest amount of EPA, DHA and GLA?According to nutritionists, every individual, regardless of the extra deficiencies placed on the body by autism, should have at least1000mg of omega 3 fats, and150mg GLA.I am currently using Eye Q, but this contains a tiny proportion of these amounts! And most of the others, like Kirkmans and UDOs, seem to be the same.I appreciate we also get a certain amount through normal ingested foods, but this still seems very lacking!Any ideas from anyone, please!Vikki B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 14, 2005 Report Share Posted November 14, 2005 I have Coromega: epa 290, dha 190, per packet Nordic Naturals epa 425, dha 650 per tsp. We give two tsps. Nordic Naturals, one packet Coromega per day. Re: EFAs In a message dated 14/11/2005 14:49:06 GMT Standard Time, michael.browning@... writes: am currently using Eye Q, but this contains a tiny proportion of these amounts! And most of the others, like Kirkmans and UDOs, seem to be the same. >>>You need to take more of it. there is big one for the EPA, I think its called Omega Brite but only seen it in the US. Eye Q Nordic Naturals + Equazen Quarma. Some do Coromega whichis higher EPA but the flavours send some kids batty HTH Mandi in UK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 14, 2005 Report Share Posted November 14, 2005 In a message dated 15/11/2005 00:24:02 GMT Standard Time, Ladyshrink111@... writes: I have Coromega: epa 290, dha 190, per packet Nordic Naturals epa 425, dha 650 per tsp. >>>Yes the recommneded ratios are off in the Nordic Naturals, advice here is much more EPA to DHA, so I think Coromega and Eye Q are the only ones that do it this way round. Eye Q has a little GLA for balance also Mandi x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 15, 2005 Report Share Posted November 15, 2005 In a message dated 15/11/2005 12:58:48 GMT Standard Time, catherine.devereux@... writes: Where's the best/cheapest place to buy the Nordic Naturals? Would it be the Nutricentre >>>Somewhere else I think - I hae it listed under supps Suppliers in the links page of the TA site Treating Autism Mandi x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 15, 2005 Report Share Posted November 15, 2005 FUNCTION VS STRUCTURE At first glance, these molecules look very similar. But they play very different roles, and choosingthe right one is crucial to achieve optimum brain function. Eicosapentaenoic Acid 20:5n-3 Docosahexanoic Acid 22:6n-3 -Essential for the moment-to-moment regulation of brain functioning, such as cell signalling and neuronal blood flow -Part of the structure of neuronal membranes -Raw material for prostaglandins: hormones that assist in anti-inflammatory and the immune system -EPA can convert easily to DHA if required -Inhibits enzymes that attack other highly unsaturated fatty acids -Crucial for early visual development, during pregnancy and infancy. Studies have shown links between babies’ DHA intake, andincreased visual acuteness -Proven to assist in mental health, and with an apparent role in enhancing mood. -No efficacy seen from pure DHA in children with learning difficulties, but benefits have been seen in similar trials using a combined EPA and DHA supplement -Strong evidence that can assist in learning and concentration -No role in creating prostaglandins CONCLUSION: DHA is important during pregnancy and early infancy. EPA is crucial from early childhood and throughout life, particularly for optimum brain function. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 15, 2005 Report Share Posted November 15, 2005 Where's the best/cheapest place to buy the Nordic Naturals? Would it be the Nutricentre? EFAs Help! Which EFAs supplement has the highest amount of EPA, DHA and GLA?According to nutritionists, every individual, regardless of the extra deficiencies placed on the body by autism, should have at least1000mg of omega 3 fats, and150mg GLA.I am currently using Eye Q, but this contains a tiny proportion of these amounts! And most of the others, like Kirkmans and UDOs, seem to be the same.I appreciate we also get a certain amount through normal ingested foods, but this still seems very lacking!Any ideas from anyone, please!Vikki B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 15, 2005 Report Share Posted November 15, 2005 Nordic Naturals makes a high epa fish oil, as does Carlson's, for those who are following whatever edict says that epa is better than dha. Re: EFAs In a message dated 15/11/2005 00:24:02 GMT Standard Time, Ladyshrink111@... writes: I have Coromega: epa 290, dha 190, per packet Nordic Naturals epa 425, dha 650 per tsp. >>>Yes the recommneded ratios are off in the Nordic Naturals, advice here is much more EPA to DHA, so I think Coromega and Eye Q are the only ones that do it this way round. Eye Q has a little GLA for balance also Mandi x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 17, 2005 Report Share Posted November 17, 2005 Thanks Mandi - will be on to it! Re: EFAs In a message dated 15/11/2005 12:58:48 GMT Standard Time, catherine.devereux@... writes: Where's the best/cheapest place to buy the Nordic Naturals? Would it be the Nutricentre >>>Somewhere else I think - I hae it listed under supps Suppliers in the links page of the TA site Treating Autism Mandi x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 17, 2005 Report Share Posted November 17, 2005 Hi Mandi, What is the recommended daily intake of say the eye Q per day for children our age? Thanks Re: EFAs In a message dated 15/11/2005 00:24:02 GMT Standard Time, Ladyshrink111@... writes: I have Coromega: epa 290, dha 190, per packet Nordic Naturals epa 425, dha 650 per tsp. >>>Yes the recommneded ratios are off in the Nordic Naturals, advice here is much more EPA to DHA, so I think Coromega and Eye Q are the only ones that do it this way round. Eye Q has a little GLA for balance also Mandi x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 21, 2008 Report Share Posted May 21, 2008 Hi! I have a question for the group concerning EFAs. Is it best to take flaxseed oil in cottage cheese every day as a source of EFAs? I remember reading somewhere that hemp seed oil was a better source as it had more of the 2:1 ratio. Also, I thought flaxseed oil did not provide the best ratio of omega 3 to 6. Thanks in advance, Brad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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