Are fish oil supplements effective for belly fat reduction?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I am a 35-year-old male, and I am really concerned about my physical appearance. My belly size has increased a lot and my BMI is above 25, and I am really worried about my health. Is it possible to reduce belly fat through diet? I have been hearing a lot of fish oil supplements. Are they good for belly reduction? Can they help people to reduce obesity? What is the exact diet to be followed to reverse obesity? And can fish oil supplements be included in such diets?

Thank you.

Answered by Sumiya Sulthana

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I read your query and can understand your concern.

The National Institutes of Health suggests you eat about 0.03 to 0.05 ounces of omega-3 fatty acids every day as part of a healthy diet. It is best if it comes from food rather than supplements. You can get more than enough from a 3-ounce filet of fresh salmon. Omega-3 fatty acids are one of the "good" types of fat. They may help lower the risk of heart disease, depression, dementia, and arthritis. Your body cannot make them. You have to eat them or take supplements.

Omega-3 fatty acids are “healthy fats” that may support your heart health. One key benefit is helping to lower your triglycerides. Specific types of omega-3 include DHA (docosahexaenoic acid ), EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid), and ALA (alpha-linolenic acid).

When you fry fish in a skillet, you expose the omega-3 fatty acids to high temperatures. As the omega-3 gets overheated, the fatty acids begin to break down, meaning you may end up with significantly less omega-3 in your meal. To reduce exposure to contaminants, remove the fish skin and visible fat before cooking. Grill, broil, or bake the fish. Let the fat drip off during cooking. Avoid using the fat for gravy or sauces.

Baking your fish does not require a ton of conscious effort, so it is a relatively simple process once it is in the oven! Baking helps the fish retain the omega-3 fatty acids necessary for your body's development, but it can also be worthwhile for maintaining the vitamin D content for specific fish.

Some research has found that taking daily collagen powder could help make your bones denser, slowing the aging process that makes them brittle and helping your body produce new bone. Additionally, collagen supplements have been shown to improve skin hydration and elasticity in older people.

To boost your collagen intake, consider adding these top collagen-rich foods to your diet:

  1. Beef bone broth.

  2. Skin-on chicken.

  3. Pork bone broth.

  4. Sardines.

  5. Organ meats.

  6. Collagen-infused drinks.

  7. Gummy candy.

  8. Berries.

I hope I have answered your question.

Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards

Answered bySumiya Sulthana

Medically reviewed byiCliniq medical review team

Published At August 25, 2024
Reviewed AtAugust 25, 2024

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