A: Well first off, congratulations! Generally, krill oil is considered safe during pregnancy or breastfeeding, and the Omega-3’s can really be a great benefit for your developing baby. Of course, don’t take anything without running it by your OB or pediatrician first!
Category: Who Can Take It
Pregnancy, children, seniors, and the everyday question of whether omega-3s are safe for everyone. Here’s what the evidence says about who benefits from krill oil, who should check with a clinician first, and how needs change across a lifetime. Honest, age-aware answers — not blanket reassurances — from the people who make Captains Krill Oil.
Q: Is Omega-3 safe for everybody?
A: Omega-3 isn’t just safe, its a nutrient that our bodies require. How much you need depends on lots of things like age, how active you are, your gender and your diet. Check with your doctor to see how much is right for you.
Q: Can children take krill oil? How much can they take?
A: Krill oil can be really good for the kiddos! The omega-3′s in krill oil promote, brain, eye, joint and nervous system development. Omega-3′s, like those found in krill oil, can also help to assist with behavioral issues and regulate mood. A recent study in the journal Nutrients, found DHA, an omega-3 found in krill oil, to have a favorable role in children’s cognition and behavior. Children up to 16 years of age may take 500mg of krill oil per day.
Of course, even though its generally considered safe, ALWAYS run a supplement by your Pediatrician before giving it to your kids. There are always exceptions, and there could be medications it doesn’t mix well with.
Q: Is krill oil safe for all ages?
A: Yep! It’s quite healthy too. But speak to your doctor before starting to take it because it could interact with some medications. And there are always exceptions. Better safe than sorry.