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 contains certain fatty acids that prevent the blood from clotting easily. These fatty acids also reduce pain and swelling. Lowering blood fats called triglycerides. Taking cod liver oil by mouth can reduce triglyceride levels by 20% to 50% in people with high triglyceride levels.