I am 34 have been hitting the gym to reduce weight. I have normal BP,
HBA1C is 5.5,
Total Cholestrol is 220,
Triglyceride is 350.
Vitamin D and B12 Deficiency.
LFT normal,
CBC is normal
I am already taking Vita D and B12 capsules on doctor recommendation and trying to reduce cholesterol via food changes. But I want to explore Omega 3 supplement for triglyceride. Please recommend good brand/dosage for me.
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Your lipid profile shows moderately elevated total cholesterol (220 mg/dL) and significantly high triglycerides (350 mg/dL) — this pattern is very common in people who are overweight, have some insulin resistance (even with HbA1c 5.5), or consume higher carbs/simple sugars.
Omega-3 (EPA + DHA) supplements are one of the best evidence-based options for lowering triglycerides — they consistently reduce TG by 20–40% at doses of 2–4 g/day of combined EPA+DHA, especially when triglycerides are >200–300 mg/dL. They are safe for you (normal LFT, normal CBC, no bleeding disorder mentioned) and can be added safely alongside your current vitamin D and B12 capsules.
Next Steps
1. Continue your current plan — vitamin D + B12 as prescribed, gym + food changes (very important for long-term TG and weight control).
2. Add Omega-3 supplement — after confirming with your doctor (even though it’s over-the-counter, they should know you’re starting it).
3. Retest lipid profile in 8–12 weeks after starting Omega-3 consistently — aim to bring TG 300 despite Omega-3 + lifestyle → doctor may consider fenofibrate or statin (atorvastatin/rosuvastatin) later — but Omega-3 + diet is the first step.
Recommended Omega-3 Brands & Dosage in India (2025–2026 availability)
Look for products with high EPA + DHA content (at least 800–1000 mg combined per capsule) and third-party tested for purity (mercury-free).
1. Best overall / most trusted
• Wow Life Science Omega-3 Fish Oil (triple strength) — 1200 mg fish oil per capsule with EPA 396 mg + DHA 264 mg → Dosage: 2 capsules once daily with food (total ~1300 mg EPA+DHA) → Affordable, widely available on Amazon/Flipkart/Pharmacy
2. Premium / higher concentration
• Carbamide Forte Triple Strength Omega-3 — EPA 540 mg + DHA 360 mg per capsule → Dosage: 1–2 capsules daily (start with 1, increase if TG not dropping)
• Neuherbs Deep Sea Omega-3 — similar high potency
3. Very high-dose (if TG very stubborn)
• HealthKart HK Vitals Fish Oil (or St.Botanica) — look for 1000–1400 mg EPA+DHA per serving → Dosage: 2–3 g EPA+DHA per day (split doses)
Dosage recommendation for you
• Start with 2–3 g of combined EPA + DHA per day (e.g., 2 capsules of a triple-strength product)
• Take with meals (fatty meal increases absorption)
• Continue for minimum 8–12 weeks before retesting lipids
Health Tips
• Diet changes to support Omega-3 & lower TG (very powerful):
• Cut sugar, sweets, maida, white rice, packaged snacks, fruit juices
• Reduce potato, banana, mango (high-carb fruits) — replace with apple, guava, berries
• Increase: fatty fish (if non-veg — salmon, mackerel, sardines 2–3 times/week), flaxseeds (1–2 tbsp daily), walnuts (4–5 halves/day), chia seeds
• Use olive oil or rice bran oil for cooking
• Side effects (rare with good brands): fishy burps, mild loose stools — take with food or choose enteric-coated capsules if burps bother you
• Storage — keep in fridge to prevent oxidation
• Safety — Omega-3 is safe with amlodipine (no interaction); no bleeding risk at this dose unless you have ulcer/bleeding disorder
Your profile is very manageable — gym + diet changes + Omega-3 should bring TG down significantly (often 100–200 mg/dL drop in 2–3 months).
Continue vitamin D & B12 as prescribed — they support energy during weight loss.
Please consult your doctor before starting Omega-3 (just to confirm dose and no contraindication).
If you share the brand you choose or repeat lipid report later, I can help track progress.
Take care and keep up the gym — you’re on the right path
HYPERLIPIDIMIA
CHANGE LIFE STYLE N DIET PLAN DRASTICALLY FIRST.
ROSUVAST40 ONE AT NIGHT AFTER DINNER FOR 4 WEEKS.
FISH OIL ONE MORNING ONE EVENING U CAN FOR OMEGA 3.
You have high cholesterol and triglycerides. Cut on fats, sugary foods, alcohol.
Continue life style measures.
Take fish oil capsule one morning and one evening ,after meals for 4 weeks.
Take fish, soya, quinoa, eggs in your diet.Take tab Atorvastatin 10mg one after dinner for 4 weeks and repeat lipid profile.
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