On average, it takes about one hour for your body to break down one unit of alcohol. However, this can vary, depending on: 1  your weight. 2  whether you're male or female. 3  your age.  how quickly or slowly your body turns food into energy (your metabolism)
Some side effects with cod liver oil should be reported to your healthcare provider, as they may indicate that you should stop taking it. These include but are not limited to: 1  Any unusual bruising or bleeding (cod liver oil can increase the risk of bleeding) 2  Signs of gastrointestinal bleeding, such as:  Black, tarry stools.
Cod liver oil is naturally rich in omega-3 fatty acids and other beneficial nutrients. Fish oil is generally recognized as safe in doses less than 3 grams daily, but cod liver oil is different from other sources of fish oil because it's quite high in vitamin A, which can build to toxic levels.