
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT FERMENTED COD LIVER OIL
1. How much Green Pastures Fermented Cod Liver Oil should I take? Is it safe for my 2 year old?
The typical range for adults is ½ to 2 teaspoons per day, although some practitioners recommend as much as 1-3 tablespoons. If you prefer the capsules, the range is 3-6 caps per day. Fermented cod liver oil is perfectly safe for children as young as 2 years old. From 2-3 years old ---- a few drops hidden in food such as honey is recommended. For 3-5 years old the typical range is ¼ to 1 teaspoon. Over 6 years old the typical range is ½ to 2 teaspoons per day (the same as adults).
2. Do you have any ideas how I can get my young children to take Green Pastures Fermented Cod Liver Oil?
You can try mixing FCLO with juice, such as grape or tomato, with honey or maple syrup, in a smoothie or in yogurt. You can also try a warm water chaser. You are limited only by your imagination and your child's tolerance.
3. Does Green Pasture Fermented Cod Liver Oil need refrigeration?
None of the FCLO products have to be refrigerated. They may be stored in the cupboard or fridge or even frozen. The liquid products tend to get stronger tasting if refrigerated.
4. Is there a difference in texture, odor, color or flavor from jar to jar?
Yes, there can most definitely be different textures, odors, colors, flavors, etc. from batch to batch and this is completely normal. It all depends on the diet of the fish. The odor is predominantly variances in tyramine. This amine is also related to the diet of the fish and is the same amine that gives stinky cheese its unique qualities. Some batches of FCLO may develop fat crystals. These have been identified as phyto sterols and are a result of the phyto plankton in the fish diet.
5. What does emulsified mean?
The quick answer is the blending together of two or more substances that are not easily blended, like oil and water. The Green Pasture emulsified products are soluble fiber mixed with oil and should be mixed with a spoon and then shaken vigorously to get them really blended (as long as 5 minutes). The emulsification helps with digestion and coats the back of the throat.
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