So far, my menstrual cramps are DECREASING!
UPDATE 07/14/2014: I've been taking Hyland's Magnesium Phosphorica (aka Mag Phos) 6X along with the Carlson fish oil and it is EXTREMELY helpful in reducing my cramps. In fact, for some women, I wouldn't be surprised if your cramps completely disappear as a result of this combination.<br /><br />WARNING (12/30/2012): Before reading below, please keep in mind that, according to the National Institutes of Health, 3,000 mg of fish oil or less is considered the "likely safe" amount. When first trying the fish oil, I accidentally took a little over that amount a few times. So, try to stick with the "likely safe" amount. The link to the NIH's fish oil page: [...]<br /><br />I have very, very, VERY uncomfortable menstrual cramps (to the point where, during my "bad day," I have an "incapacitating" period that can last up to 5 hours and I curse my existence). After hours of research, I decided to try Carlson's fish oil as a last resort. Since I ordered the fish oil "late" in my cycle, I was only able to take 1 teaspoon of it for 8 days before my expected "bad day." (I took 2 teaspoons on the "bad day.")<br /><br />When my "bad day" started, I actually wasn't sure that it had started because I was only mildly uncomfortable and my "incapacitating" period never really started! I still had to take some Aleve, but I didn't feel like overdosing like I usually do. LOL. The next day, I happily realized that that *was* my "bad day."<br /><br />It seems like the fish oil substantially minimized my cramps and I only took it for a few days! And I have a pretty bad diet/sleep schedule/exercise schedule.<br /><br />About the product: It's extremely easy to pour (there's a little funnel inside of the bottle) and it tastes delicious (a very "pure" and simple taste that reminds me of "Fruity Pebbles" cereal a little bit because of the very light lemon flavor). All you have to do is refrigerate it, have a teaspoon handy, and make sure to take it immediately before or after you eat something.<br /><br />I'm going to see how my next period turns out, but I think it'll be the same or even better because I'll have more time to take it and I'm slowly improving my diet. I'll update my review after my next period.<br /><br />So far, I totally recommend this product for minimizing menstrual cramps. It definitely can't hurt to try it. Make sure to get the "Lemon" flavor because I'm not sure how the "Orange" flavor tastes. (Orange-flavored products are usually hit or miss with me)<br /><br />UPDATE 10/14/2012: I was right on the money. My recent period was even BETTER than the first one!!! This time I took TWO teaspoons per day a week before and on the day of my "bad day." My diet/sleep schedule was about the same because I've been super busy. Still had a little bit of cramping but, like before, I could function. Very rarely have I had a period like this without birth control. Again, if you have horrible menstrual cramps, I would HIGHLY, HIGHLY, HIGHLY recommend this product.<br /><br />If, for whatever reason, you can't buy this product, I also recommend eating sardines or salmon because, like this oil, they are high in omega-3 fatty acids. I like canned sardines in water. Leafy greens like spinach, collard greens, turnip greens, and mustard greens are also helpful.
Rating: 5 stars