Krill oil is obtained from the Antarctic krill. it is rich in fatty acids as that of fish oil. Krill oil also contains docosahexaenoic acid and eicosapentaenoic acid as that of fish oil but the fatty acids present in the krill oil absorbs better than the fatty acids of fish oil. Krill oil helps to reduce swelling and lower the level of increased cholesterol. Krill oil reduces the stickiness of the platelets thus they slower the process of clotting.

Indications

⇒ As antioxidant
⇒ Decreases cholesterol
⇒ As antithrombotic
⇒ As antiarrhythmic
⇒ Antiatherosclerosis
⇒ Menstrual cramps
⇒ Premenstrual syndrome
⇒ Arthritis

Mechanism of Action

Krill oil prevents the oxidation and protects the cell from oxidative stress. This is because krill oil contains astaxanthin.
krill oil also lowers the increased blood sugar and removes increased triglycerides or bad cholesterol thus it helps to lower the risk of heart diseases.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Krill oil:
⇒ Stomach Discomfort
⇒ Decreased appetite
⇒ Taste changes
⇒ Heartburn
⇒ Bloating
⇒ Gas
⇒ Diarrhoea
⇒ Nausea

Contraindication

Contraindicated in people with known allergy

Storage

⇒ Aspirin
⇒ Clopidogrel
⇒ Heparin
⇒ Warfarin