Hemani Cod Liver Oil 30ml

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Hemani Cod Liver Oil 30ml

Cod liver oil is the oil extracted from the livers of Atlantic cod. It is commonly taken as a dietary supplement and is packed full of nutrients.

It is one of the best sources of omega 3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA), and it contains relatively high amounts of vitamin A and vitamin D.

The exact concentration of nutrients in cod liver oil depends on the species of cod, or Gadus, the oil comes from.

Cod liver was first used in medicine in 1789, to treat rheumatism, followed by rickets in 1824. By the 1930s, it was frequently given to children to help prevent rickets and other conditions caused by vitamin D deficiency.

Other fish oils are extracted from the tissue of deep sea cold water fish, including tuna, trout, mackerel, herring, salmon, and cod.

Cod liver oil comes only from the livers of cod. It contains less omega-3 fatty acids than regular fish oils, but more vitamins A and D.

Cod liver oil is an excellent source of nutrients, and it may have some important therapeutic properties.

It is thought to help relieve joint stiffness associated with arthritis, have a positive effect on cardiovascular health, and help repair damaged teeth, nails, hair, and skin.

However, there is not enough evidence to prove all of these claims.

1) The right kind of fat

Every single body cell needs fat. Fats such as omega-3 fatty acids, found in cod liver oil, will promote skin health, increase vitamin and mineral absorption, and boost the immune system.

Fat keeps you feeling full. When you consume fat, your brain receives a signal to turn off your appetite.

Eating healthy fats with a meal helps slow the breakdown of carbohydrates into sugar. This helps to keep blood sugars levels stable. The brain needs fat to function properly.

2) Arthritis

Cod liver oil is a common supplement for those with arthritis. The use of marine oils, such as cod liver oil, has been found to help in rheumatoid arthritis.

Fish oils are known to reduce inflammation, which can explain how older large studies found that pain, tenderness, and stiffness were reduced with supplementation.

3) Age-related macular degeneration

Some studies have suggested that omega-3 oils might support eye health and prevent age-related macular degeneration. Higher intakes of the nutrients in cod liver oil such as eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) lead to less or delayed occurrence of macular degeneration.

Other nutrients that may help prevent AMD are carotenoids. Cod liver oil is also high in carotenoids, which people need to produce vitamin A.

4) Coronary artery disease

Daily intake of cod liver oil may help preventTrusted Source coronary atherosclerosis. There are fatty acids in cod liver oil which act as potent antioxidants.

The buildup of plaque in the circulatory system is a result of inflammation.

Therefore, regular intake of fish oils can help protect against arteriosclerosis. They also provide protection against blood clots.

5) Repairing wounds

A mouse study, published in 2009, found that topically applying a 25-percent cod liver oil ointment to ear wounds could promote healing.

The scientists concluded that topically applying the ointment “significantly accelerated both the epithelial and the vascular component of healing, compared with saline.”

They believed that vitamin A may be the key component in this process.

6) Cognitive performance

Cod liver oil contains a high amount of vitamin D. A link between vitamin D and cognitive performance was identified in a study in rats. The researchers concluded that Vitamin D may play a key role in maintaining good brain function in old age.

In 2011, scientists gave cod liver oil to rats that were experiencing chronic stress. Results of tests of memory, locomotor skills, and anxiety behavior indicated that the cod liver oil helped prevent cognitive impairmentTrusted Source in these rats.

7) Tuberculosis

In 2011, a review of a historical study from 1848 published in the BMJ revealed that cod liver oil could be an effective treatment optionTrusted Source for tuberculosis (TB).

8) Inflammation

In 2017, scientists reported discovering a previously unknown group of molecules that may have anti-inflammatory properties. They come from cannabinoids that derive from omega-3 fatty acids.

The researchers suggest that these molecules could be extracted from omega-3 fatty acids for therapeutic purposes. The effect, they say, could be similar to that produced by medicinal marijuana, but without the psychological risks.

Indications

This natural product cannot be guaranteed free from traces of nuts or other allergens. Seek medical advice before use if suffering from any medical conditions or allergies. Always conduct a patch test before using any new product.

Store in a cool dry place away from sunlight.

As our products are natural, the colour and odour may vary from batch to batch. We are continually improving our products and so on occasion the product you receive may differ slightly in appearance from images displayed on our website.