Optimal Fish Oil Capsule Storage: Maintaining Potency & Effectiveness

Consuming fish oil is beneficial for lowering triglycerides in the human body. Triglycerides are fats which cause increased levels of cholesterol to be produced by the liver. If you are not a big fan of fish, it is possible to obtain the benefits by taking fish oil in capsule form. When taking these supplements, in addition to following dosage instructions, it is important to properly store them to maintain their effectiveness.

Instructions

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  Store away from moisture. Storing supplements away from moisture includes avoiding areas such as the bathroom, where steam and heat can cause liquid drops to form inside even a seemingly airtight container because of water vapor in the air.

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  Store at room temperature. Avoid excessively cold or warm rooms for storage.

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  Avoid freezing. Although it may seem that freezing capsules can seal in freshness or prolong their life, a drastic change in temperature can change the effectiveness of the medication.