Our 4.5-year old son was kicked out of preschool for behavior problems -- impulsiveness, hitting, talking back to the teachers, and at home he would have nuclear meltdowns that were actually frightening in their intensity. I have every book you can imagine dealing with defiant kids, then started looking at the possibility of bipolar disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, ADHD, etc. We consulted a number of specialists and were poised to resort to medication (very reluctantly, but we were desperate). My husband suggested we first increase his fish oil dose for a few weeks -- he was already taking fish oil gummies daily -- and the results have been astonishing. I wish we were participating in a formal study, because we are showing marked improvement! He is still his feisty, energetic self, but he is overall much calmer, able to sit still, no longer has meltdowns, and when he does resist or in general be a toddler, he is very quick to recover. "Oh, well, that's OK," has actually come out of his mouth, which is a miracle. We give him fish oil in milk in the evenings, about 500mg, which is a pretty high dose, but with no side effects that we are aware. He was even re-admitted to his preschool on a trial basis, and has been so pleasant to be around that they have invited him to stay. Whew. Our lives have improved dramatically, to say the least.

Remember our parents telling us that they used to have to take Cod Liver Oil a spoon of it every day. Back in the day th eold people knew what the heck they were doing. Why we ever got away from that I never know. I take fish oil 3 tabelets every day for pain. It helps

I noticed that with fish oil my kids' dry skin problem is almost non-existent. I used to put lotion on them twice a day during the heating season. This year I didn't have to use lotion more then 3 times a week. I have hard time finding the right oil though. I don't like that Nordic Naturals is so high in vitamin E, but other gel caps aren't as concentrated. Can't use gummies with my youngest due to dental problems, and liquid is just plain messy.

My daughter is 18 months old and has been diagnosed with food allergies that include shellfish, tuna and other fish... Is it safe for her to take fish oil?

My daughter, now 10, was born 6 weeks early. Since infancy she has struggled with rage, throwing mega destructive tantrums, and now as a bigger child, hurling insults, throwing things, slamming doors, etc. Often these episodes would be several times a day, and only at home. She has a hard time processing emotions, and jealousy, frustration, sadness and any other uncomfortable emotions are interpreted by her only as anger. She has been on Nordic Naturals lemon flavored fish oil for two weeks and in two weeks, she has raised her voice only once, and slammed a door, only once. She seems to be a lot more even tempered, and generally happier than what we have been accustomed to. I BELIEVE IN FISH OIL!

We give our 11 yr old son Fish Liver Oil soft gel capsules each day
(three in the morning and three at night). Each one contains Vit A - 60,000 units and Vit D - 6,000 units . We heard it would be good for ADHD even though we were giving Strattera at the time.
We did not notice a change in behavior, but it has cleared up a jerky "tick" that was becoming very noticable. Once we went on a trip and forgot the fish oil. The "tick" returned within 3 days. Upon returning home we began giving it again and the "tick" disappeared. I would like to know how much is safe to give our son. Perhaps higher doses would be of greater help for his ADHD altho we are now giving him Conerta instead of Strattera.
mary (from alabama)

I have an 18 month old son. I recently met mom's who give their children fish oil in drinks, etc. I am trying to learn more about this. Where can I buy fish oil like Carlson's and what type to I get for my son. How much do I give him. He really won't like the fish taste so I need something I can hide it in. What about for us adults and can you take it if you are trying to get pregnant?

How do I know what kind of Fish Oil I need to get for my 4 year old daughter, She can't sit still for a moment she is everywhere. She thows the biggest tantrums at the store (well everywhere we go) AM I USING THE RIGHT FISH OIL WITH OMEGA-3?

I take fish oil whenever my balls start to ache.They usually pulse for a few hours and then gradually subside into a dull ache which seems to dimminish when I take fish oil.I`ve also heard it can make your penis longer and fuller.Also cures global warming and crooked elections too!I`m going to try it on Grandpa next to see if it can revive the dead as well.I`ll keep you posted.

My son currently takes 25mg of Straterra and I want to know how much fish oil do you advise for a 10yr. old? I would rather take the fish oil than the Rx.

How safe is this fish oil to my 10 yr old son? what are the common side effects of fish oils after taking? How long does it takes after a series of medication to be completely cure from allergy?

We started fish oils because my daughter has Apraxia and is on the Autistic Spectrum.
We use Nordic Naturals Omega 3-6-9 jrs. I give her one with breakfast & one with lunch. (without food or any later, and it upsets her stomach...)
For a few months, I did not really see that huge of a difference. We continued to give them, anyway. We figured she willingly took them, and they couldn't hurt her, so why not finish the bottle.
We did notice more speech. It was easier for her to mimic our sounds. She went from words with onely m,b,d and vowels to speaking in 2-3 word sentences.
When the bottle ran out, we figured it was a coincidence and that maybe she was just getting older & that's why it was easier. Within 2 days, she reverted back to the MBD & vowel speaking... I went to the health food store and got some immediately!
By the next day, she was talking better again, and is capable of sentances like, "Dis place have a lot of food, man." and "Dat wady was mean uh me." [that lady was mean to me.]
We added Nordic Naturals EPA (1x a day) and NN's Chewable DHA .She had added speech & expression. Her speech therapy sessions went a lot better. Mood was improved.
A week ago, I decided to try Coromega. She how has one of those, 4 little DHA's and 2 3-6-9's. The first few days she seemed quieter, but more able to recall her sounds and has longer sentances. She has been in a better mood. I even brought her to the dentist for an emergency filling, and she was extremely co-operative. (They had to use nitrus oxide on her before. This time, she was calm and let them do their work.)
I love fish oils and will never be without them. My fridge is jam packed full of them. We started my other daughter, who is neurotypical, on them, and her concentration has improved. (The first week she was VERY weepy, but it has evened out.) She gets 1 3-6-9 and 4 little DHA's a day. Her ecxema has cleared, her ear "goo" has drastically lessened...
My husband & I began them, and my mood swings have almost dissappeared (ha). I used to have painful periods, but they are only painful for the 1st day now. I also have little or no PMS. (I used to have MAJOR pms...)
I also reccomended fish oils for my grandpa, and his cholesterol went down 50 points in a month. His Dr. told him to keep up whatever he was doing :)
I think everyone should take them.

Hi there,
Could you please tell me, how old fo a child can take fish oil supplement?

I would appriciate your advice,
Trung

I was wandering how long one would notice a diffence in the concentration or any change in the person taking the omegas??
Thanks Maria

I use Carlson's Fish Oil for my daughter. She takes 1 teaspoon every day, and it contains 800 mg epa & 500 mg dha per teaspoon. I originally started giving it to her for ADHD, and hoping it would help her focus. She also started on Concerta.

I am not sure the fish oil helps her ADHD, however, what did happen was completely unexpected.

She has had terrible seasonal allergies since she was born. She had so many ear infections she had to have ear tubes as a baby. Every year, she saw the doctor for allergies, and used prescription allergy meds, and nasal sprays.

When I started the fish oil, she was congested, and had allergy problems. About 4 days later, I noticed she was clear. I thought maybe it was a coincidence. Well they didn't come back. That was February.

Four days ago (this is May) I changed the fish oil to another brand with a very high ratio of epa and very little dha, which the latest studies say is beneficial for ADHD. They are gel caps. Her allergies were back in four days.

I gave her the Carlson's tonight, and she is remarkably better in a few hours. I think maybe the ratio makes the difference, and the doses, although I am not sure.

Unfortunately, I think the ADHD is the same, the meds help more with that.

Melissa in Texas