http://spreadsheets.google.com/pub?key=taksViLn5wearAZqiqZubPA&output=htmlFrom just my research/opinion, I consider Cod Liver oil to be a staple for human health and a requirement for anyone with an ailment (which in our generations is about 99% of people
:) .)
I could weary even myself talking about the Vitamins A, D and K and the different fatty acids, benefits, food sources, history, personal experience, etc.
Kerrygold or Red Feather butter or grass-fed fatty meat
or other source of additional Vitamin K2 is recommended for much higher positive effects of the Vit A,D.
An article worth it's time to read, and only an introduction to the benefits and studies about the nutrients and oil.
http://westonaprice.org/basicnutrition/codliveroil.htmlHere are the opening paragraphs:
Cod liver oil is very good for you, more than you ever knew. Research studies ranging from 1918-2001 give cod liver oil an A+ rating. This marvelous golden oil contains large amounts of elongated omega-3 fatty acids, preformed vitamin A and the sunlight vitamin D, essential nutrients that are hard to obtain in sufficient amounts in the modern diet. Samples may also naturally contain small amounts of the important bone- and blood-maintainer vitamin K. There is hardly a disease in the books that does not respond well to treatment that includes cod liver oil, and not just infectious diseases but also chronic modern diseases like heart disease and cancer. Cod liver oil provides vitamin D that helps build strong bones in children and helps prevent osteoporosis in adults. The fatty acids in cod liver oil are also very important for the development of the brain and nervous system. "If you want to prevent learning disabilities in your children," said David Horrobin, distinguished medical and biochemical researcher, "feed them cod liver oil."
Cod liver oil contains more vitamin A and more vitamin D per unit weight than any other common food. One hundred grams of regular cod liver oil provides 100,000 IU of vitamin A, almost three times more than beef liver, the next richest source; and 10,000 IU vitamin D, almost four times more than lard, the next richest source. Of course, cod liver oil is only consumed in small amounts, but even a tablespoon (about 15 grams) provides well over the recommended daily allowance for both nutrients.
In addition, cod liver oil contains 7 percent each of the elongated omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA. EPA is the precursor of important prostaglandins, localized tissue hormones that help the body deal with inflammation; and DHA is extremely important for the development and function of the brain and nervous system. So it's no surprise that in numerous studies cod liver oil has proven to be a powerhouse in fighting disease.
Unfortunately the cod liver oil on the common grocery and even supplement market has been over processed and the natural vitamins and nutrients damaged and removed, ...and
then synthetic vitamins put back in; essentially destroying a perfect food and turning it into a cocktail of
toxic and
much less helpful nutrients.
There are two sources that I personally can recommend (
this group recommends others as well).
The
first link is a discontinued brand. They are simply selling the stock left from before the last factory source sold themselves out to the over-processed/synthetic product process.
This is a great source, but there is
very limited quantity left. Also, it is VERY fishy, even from capsules!! Keep in fridge.
- http://www.radiantlifecatalog.com/product/441/healthy-fats-oils
- http://www.greenpasture.org/community/
https://www.greenpasture.org/retail/checkout.php?s=productsThe
second link is a relatively new company that is superb quality. They have thoroughly researched the traditional (and ancient) ways of making cod liver oil in Norway and other; and produce it here in the US. The end product is more potent (= smaller doses), easier for body to absorb and digest (= efficient and beneficial), and is more complex in its vitamins and nutrients (= more desire-able and effective).
I have found over and over that these traditional ways of making foods fit much more into the gospel's principles. This method makes a product more similar to vinegar and can be stored (inside, not the garage!) for quite a while. Unofficially, they can be stored for 10 years or more when unopened.
Any order over 12 products has the discount on everything in the order. See
the link at the top of this post.
Please leave a comment OR email santan2can at gmail.com if you would like to order anything or have any questions/need more info.
