suth_n_belle Posted May 1, 2013 Share Posted May 1, 2013 I'm having trouble divining which fish oils (not cod liver oil) are thought to be "clean". I cannot find a cost-effective one that has no suspicious ingredients and also specifically states, "no soy". Soybean oil is quite prevalent as a filler. I cannot afford the brand recommended by the site. Does anyone know for sure whether Nordic Naturals or Carlson's are "clean"? At the very least, I want something free of corn, soy, and gluten, as those are the major ingredients I suspect I may be sensitive to. Also dairy and eggs, but I dont think those are usually an issue with fish oil. I'm kinda tired of going through the ingredients and allergen info (if any) on label after label. I wondered if someone else had already researched this and had some leads. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dania R. Posted May 1, 2013 Share Posted May 1, 2013 This seems like a thorough analysis and addresses both Nordic Naturals and Carlson. http://www.4hourlife.com/2012/01/22/costco-vs-the-world-round-1-fish-oil-and-the-search-for-the-ultimate-omega/ I have always heard great things about the Carlson's brand and even took it for a short while. I am a total cheapo when it comes to some of the supplements and now alternate between the Kirkland fish oil capsules from Costco and fermented cod liver oil from Green Pastures. I have also read good things about the Costco capsules in terms of value/quality, but in order to get the suggested amount of DHA you have to take like 10 to 15 pills a day. Hope this helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Tom Denham Posted May 1, 2013 Moderators Share Posted May 1, 2013 Instead of taking a fish oil supplement, I eat at least 6 servings of salmon per week, usually at the rate of 2 servings every other day. Some weeks I eat as many as 9 servings of oily fish when I snack on sardines or eat tuna as a post-workout meal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suth_n_belle Posted May 1, 2013 Author Share Posted May 1, 2013 Well, here are my concerns about the Nordic Naturals and the Carlson's: they both contain glycerin, which is a sugar, so off-plan. Additionally, glycerin is sometimes derived from corn. The Carlson's contains vit E, which is sometimes derived from soy. The Nordic states that it is processed in a facility with soy. Neither one have the absolute statement, "free of corn and soy". So, since I suspect an allergy to corn and soy, I want to be a nazi about avoiding those, for the 90 days. As for eating salmon, 2 servings every other day... Wow. It costs like, $4 per serving! If it were $4/lb, like chicken... But it's $10-15/lb! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CpBatchelor Posted January 6, 2014 Share Posted January 6, 2014 Any luck with finding a compliant cost effective fish oil? I am unable to find anything that does not contain glycerin or soy... I welcome any brand recommendations. (I reviewed the frequently referenced supplement II link but those appear to no longer be compliant like they were in 2010, unless I am missing something.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gludlow Posted January 11, 2014 Share Posted January 11, 2014 Would something like this work? http://www.vitaminshoppe.com/p/garden-of-life-olde-world-icelandic-cod-liver-oil-8-fl-oz/gu-1027#.UtHDufuYRZM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emily T Posted January 29, 2014 Share Posted January 29, 2014 Chris Kesser has a great article with fish oil recommendations here: http://chriskresser.com/the-definitive-fish-oil-buyers-guide All these are paleo/whole30 compliant. The recommendations include a few less expensive versions. Personally I am on the AIP and I am using Vital Choice Wild Alaskan Salmon oil. I bought three bottles (180 capsules, which will last six months) for $99. Sounds pricey but its $16.50 per month, and that is cheaper than salmon and grass fed or pastured meat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CpBatchelor Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Chris Kesser has a great article with fish oil recommendations here: http://chriskresser.com/the-definitive-fish-oil-buyers-guide All these are paleo/whole30 compliant. The recommendations include a few less expensive versions. Personally I am on the AIP and I am using Vital Choice Wild Alaskan Salmon oil. I bought three bottles (180 capsules, which will last six months) for $99. Sounds pricey but its $16.50 per month, and that is cheaper than salmon and grass fed or pastured meat. Thanks Emily! The Chris Kesser link was great, he had some good recommendations, but I thought that glycerin was not Whole30 compliant? As I have yet to find a pill that is Whole30 compliant. I tried the oil last year when I started taking it after it was recommended by the Dr and I could not get it down. So I went to the pill form. I have searched but still have not found a pill that is compliant so I stopped taking them while on whole30. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bet Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Canned salmon (red) is a good less expensive choice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vian Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 These are excellent http://www.amazon.com/Green-Pastures-Blue-Fermented-Liver/dp/B002LZYPS0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1391060259&sr=8-1&keywords=fermented+cod+liver+oil and they contain nothing but codliver oil, beeswax to thicken, and vegetable cellulose for the capsule. Here is why they're good: http://wellnessmama.com/13154/fermented-cod-liver-oil-vs-fish-oil/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CpBatchelor Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Thanks Vian!! I will have to put my amazon prime membership to good use today!! hahaha... I have been doing alot of whole30 shopping there since the local stores around here are very hit or miss with things like this.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emily T Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Thanks Emily! The Chris Kesser link was great, he had some good recommendations, but I thought that glycerin was not Whole30 compliant? As I have yet to find a pill that is Whole30 compliant. I tried the oil last year when I started taking it after it was recommended by the Dr and I could not get it down. So I went to the pill form. I have searched but still have not found a pill that is compliant so I stopped taking them while on whole30. Per the mods (http://forum.whole9life.com/topic/1428-vanilla-flavoring/): "You're good to go with that one! Glycerin is totally fine on your W30 as long as you aren't drinking it to curb your sweet cravings ;0) If you find that it's a trigger for you after all, then you can always remove it, but I find that a bit unlikely in the quantities you'll be using. " Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CpBatchelor Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 Per the mods (http://forum.whole9life.com/topic/1428-vanilla-flavoring/): "You're good to go with that one! Glycerin is totally fine on your W30 as long as you aren't drinking it to curb your sweet cravings ;0) If you find that it's a trigger for you after all, then you can always remove it, but I find that a bit unlikely in the quantities you'll be using. " Perfect. Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leeroy Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 You have to be careful about glycerin. I've read studies where it says it takes 27 rinses just to remove it from your teeth. Heres a review about Nordic Naturals. It talks a little about glycerin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CpBatchelor Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 You have to be careful about glycerin. I've read studies where it says it takes 27 rinses just to remove it from your teeth. Heres a review about Nordic Naturals. It talks a little about glycerin. Oh interesting... It seems that gylcerin is in so many things. I will def have to take a look at the article. Thank you!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
missmary Posted February 21, 2014 Share Posted February 21, 2014 I know Tom already said it once, but I'll say it again: the recommendation to supplement with fish oil is really meant for people eating the standard american diet. If you are eating whole30 and including fish, you likely don't need it--or at least not as much. If you are going to have it, I would go with a fermented variety like this one: http://www.greenpasture.org/public/Products/CodLiverOil/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CpBatchelor Posted February 22, 2014 Share Posted February 22, 2014 I know Tom already said it once, but I'll say it again: the recommendation to supplement with fish oil is really meant for people eating the standard american diet. If you are eating whole30 and including fish, you likely don't need it--or at least not as much. If you are going to have it, I would go with a fermented variety like this one: http://www.greenpasture.org/public/Products/CodLiverOil/ I eat fish 2-3 time a week but it has been recommended to take by my dermatologist and eye doctor so I wanted to take the most complaint pill version (cannot handle the liquid) at a price that would not break the bank since the previous brand had soy in it. The Dr's did not recommend a specific brand so I had the ability to make the decision on brand and wanted something that I could keep with post whole30. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EatTrainClean Posted February 24, 2014 Share Posted February 24, 2014 I haven't tried this, but a Robb Wolf podcast mentioned seal oil, as possibly being superior, due to the docosahexaenoic acid content being more ideal. Take this info, for what it's worth: http://www.omega3sealoil.com/Chapter4_4a.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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