Cod liver oil is extracted from the livers of cod fish. It is a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids, vitamins A and D, EPA, and DHA. Cod liver oil has long been used as a nutritional supplement due to these beneficial nutrients. It provides numerous health benefits, such as boosting heart health, lowering blood pressure and fats, improving skin health, and reducing depression and muscle pains. While cod liver oil offers many advantages, some people may experience mild side effects like belching or heartburn when taking it.

1. Cod Liver Oil
Submitted By:
Sima Karmakar
Noakhali Science And Technology University

2. A pale-yellow, partially destearinated
fatty oil extracted from the fresh livers
of cod fish, are called cod liver oil.
Fish Liver Oil

4.  Most cod liver oil is extracted from the
liver of Atlantic cod (Gadus morhua).
 Cod liver oil also extracted from the
liver of Gadus macrocephalus, Gadus
ogac etc. of family Gadidae.
Cod Liver Oil

5. Cod Liver Oil
Fish Liver Grinder Cooker Centrifuge
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Figure 01. Flow Chart production of cod liver oil.

6. Cod Liver Oil

7. Cod liver oil provides multiple health benefits
owing to its rich composition.
The nutrient value or composition of liver oil is
given below:
 Vitamin A- 10,000 IU
 Vitamin D - 10,000 IU
 Omega-3 fatty acids - 22.608 g
 EicosaPentaenoic acid(EPA) - 46.711 g
 Docosahexaenoic acid(DHA) - 22.541 g
Cod Liver Oil

8.  Cod liver oil is a rich source of
omega-3 fatty acid that are strongly
associated with good health.
 A table spoon of cod liver oil provides
about 2894mg of total omega-3 fatty
acid.
Cod Liver Oil

9.  Cod liver oil used to compliment traditional
food throughout the world for century.
 For great source of Vitamin A and vitamin D ,
Omega-3 fatty acid , the solders of ancient
Roman Empire take Cod liver oil to maintain
strength .
Cod Liver Oil

11. There are many countries in the world which are
involved in the production of cod liver oil.
 Norway
 Japan
 Iceland
 Poland
 Kenya
 Denmark
 Chili
 Netherland etc
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12.  Get a boost of Vitamin A and Vitamin D.
 Having a positive effect on the heart.
 Lowering blood fats .
 Prevent coronary artery disease.
 Protects from high blood pressure and kidney
disease.
 Preventing and treating diabetes.
 Helping to heal skin wound.
 Treating depression.
 Relieves muscles aches and pains.
Cod Liver Oil
Cod liver oil is a good source of DHA and helps pregnant
woman.

13. Cod Liver Oil

14. It can cause side effects including-
 Belching,
 Bad Breath,
 Heartburn, and
 Nosebleeds.
 Taking cod liver oil with meals can often decrease these side effects.
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15. Cod Liver Oil

16. Cod Liver Oil
Really cod liver oil is a good source
of omega-3 fatty acid, vitamin D,
and Vitamin A and helps to fight
with many severe medical condition.