>As far as I know fish oil capsules are made from the body fat of the cold
water >fish (rather than their livers). I am not sure if cod liver oil
actually contains any >meaningful amounts of omega-3 oils. I believe it (cod
liver oil) is used primarily as >a source of A & D, NOT omega-3.
Cod liver oil contains significant quantities of DHA and EPA, daughter
compounds of omega-3 fatty acids. Cod liver oil is a good source for EFA
supplementation, but one must be aware of the potential for overdosing on
Vitamins A and D. A couple teaspoons of cod liver oil daily would be a safe
level of supplementation.
Troy G.