Cod liver oil is produced by gently purifying cod liver. The exact nutritional content varies depending on the species of fish and where it is caught. Natural cod liver oil consists of more than 50 different fatty acids and is a valuable source of vitamin D and vitamin A. One of the largest suppliers of this fish is Norway, and its residents take cod liver oil in winter to prevent vitamin D deficiencies.
Oil rich in omega 3 fatty acids
Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids are essential nutrients that are not synthesized in the human body and therefore must be supplied with food. The main omega 3 fatty acids are eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), docosapentaenoic acid and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), which are found especially in fatty fish and seafood.
Cod liver oil – medicinal properties
As a rich source of omega- 3 fatty acids, cod liver oil has therapeutic effects on many disease entities, including: cardiovascular disease, diabetes or depression. In addition, many scientific papers also show the beneficial effects of cod liver oil on wound healing.
