40 Best Fish Oil Omega-3 Supplements
![Thorne - Super EPA 90 gelatin softgels Thorne - Super EPA 90 gelatin softgels](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/858/80/x/thorne-super-epa-90-softgels.jpg)
- 425 mg EPA and 270 mg DHA per capsule
- With NSF certification for (top) athletes
![Smeets en Graas - Fish Oil EPA-DHA 60 fish gelatin softgels Smeets en Graas - Fish Oil EPA-DHA 60 fish gelatin softgels](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/3704/80/x/smeets-en-graas-fish-oil-epa-dha-60-softgels.jpg)
- Pure highly concentrated fish oil from wild Alaskan fish
- 650 mg omega-3 per softgel
![Solgar - Omega-3 Triple Strength 50/100 gelatin softgels Solgar - Omega-3 Triple Strength 50/100 gelatin softgels](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/2530/80/x/solgar-omega-3-triple-strength-50-softgels.jpg)
- Contains highly concentrated fish oil
- Is more than 3 times stronger than a 1000 mg fish oil capsule
![Minami - MorEPA Platinum 60/120 gelatin softgels Minami - MorEPA Platinum 60/120 gelatin softgels](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/914/80/x/minami-morepa-platinum-60-softgels.jpg)
- Purest and highly concentrated fish oil
- 1100 mg omega-3 per softgel
![Thorne - Super EPA Pro 120 gelatin softgels Thorne - Super EPA Pro 120 gelatin softgels](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/2006/80/x/thorne-super-epa-pro-120-softgels.jpg)
- 1300 mg EPA and 320 mg DHA per daily dose
- Highest concentration EPA
![Thorne - Omega-3 - CoQ10 90 gelatin softgels Thorne - Omega-3 - CoQ10 90 gelatin softgels](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/832/80/x/thorne-omega-3-coq10-90-softgels.jpg)
- 900 mg EPA and 360 mg DHA per daily dose
- 60 mg coQ10 per daily dose
![Thorne - Pro-Resolving Mediators 60 gelatin softgels Thorne - Pro-Resolving Mediators 60 gelatin softgels](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/4433/80/x/thorne-pro-resolving-mediators-60-softgels.jpg)
- Pro-resolving mediators combined with EPA and DHA
- Unique concentrate of marine lipids
![Minami - MorEPA Plus 60/120 fish gelatin softgels Minami - MorEPA Plus 60/120 fish gelatin softgels](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/226/80/x/minami-morepa-plus-60-softgels.jpg)
- Extra concentrated
- 915 mg omega-3 per softgel
![Minami - MorEPA Original 60/120 fish gelatin softgels Minami - MorEPA Original 60/120 fish gelatin softgels](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/1/80/x/minami-morepa-original-60-softgels.jpg)
- Concentrated
- 850 mg omega-3 per softgel
![Minami - MorEPA Kids 60 fish gelatin softgels Minami - MorEPA Kids 60 fish gelatin softgels](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/2/80/x/minami-morepa-kids-60-softgels.jpg)
- For children from approx. 6 years
- Small soft fish gelatin capsules
![LifeExtension - Super Omega-3 EPA-DHA Sesame Olive Krill Astaxanthin 120 gelatin softgels LifeExtension - Super Omega-3 EPA-DHA Sesame Olive Krill Astaxanthin 120 gelatin softgels](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/3575/80/x/lifeextension-super-omega-3-epa-dha-sesame-olive-krill-astaxanthin-120-softgels.jpg)
- Formula for heart and blood vessels
- Omega-3 from Antarctic krill oil and fish oil supplemented with sesame lignans, olive oil extract and astaxanthin
![Thorne - Omega Superb Lemon Berry 250 ml of oil Thorne - Omega Superb Lemon Berry 250 ml of oil](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/2076/80/x/thorne-omega-superb-lemon-berry-250-ml.jpg)
- Highly dosed and liquid
- No fish taste or smell, pleasant fruit taste
![Minami - MorDHA Original 60 fish gelatin softgels Minami - MorDHA Original 60 fish gelatin softgels](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/5/80/x/minami-mordha-original-60-softgels.jpg)
- No. 1 during pregnancy
- Also during breastfeeding
![Thorne - Prenatal DHA 60 gelatin softgels Thorne - Prenatal DHA 60 gelatin softgels](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/4432/80/x/thorne-prenatal-dha-60-softgels.jpg)
- 325 mg DHA and 100 mg EPA per softgel
- Smaller softgels for easier swallowing
![Minami - MorEPA Turmeric 60 fish gelatin softgels Minami - MorEPA Turmeric 60 fish gelatin softgels](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/3304/80/x/minami-morepa-kurkuma-60-softgels.jpg)
- Formula for the joints
- High dose of omega-3 with turmeric and vitamin C
![Solgar - Omega 3-6-9 60/120 gelatin softgels Solgar - Omega 3-6-9 60/120 gelatin softgels](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/2441/80/x/solgar-omega-3-6-9-60-softgels.jpg)
- Contains 360 mg omega-9 (oleic acid) per daily dose
- Sourced from fish oil, borage oil and linseed oil
![Solgar - Omega-3 Double Strength 30/60/120 gelatin softgels Solgar - Omega-3 Double Strength 30/60/120 gelatin softgels](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/2333/80/x/solgar-omega-3-double-strength-30-softgels.jpg)
- Contains highly concentrated fish oil
- Is more than 2 times stronger than a 1000 mg fish oil capsule
![Minami - EPA+DHA Liquid + Vitamine D3 150 ml of oil Minami - EPA+DHA Liquid + Vitamine D3 150 ml of oil](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/3733/80/x/minami-epa-en-dha-liquid-plus-vitamine-d3-150-ml.jpg)
- With no less than 1500 mg EPA and 1500 mg DHA per 5 milliliters
- In natural triglyceride form
![LifeExtension - Super Omega 3-EPA-DHA Sesame Olive 60/120 gelatin softgels LifeExtension - Super Omega 3-EPA-DHA Sesame Olive 60/120 gelatin softgels](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/3921/80/x/lifeextension-super-omega-3-epa-dha-sesame-olive-60-softgels.jpg)
- 350 mg EPA and 250 mg DHA per softgel
- With sesame lignans and olive oil for better effect and absorption
![Minami - MorEPA Plantensterolen 60 fish gelatin softgels Minami - MorEPA Plantensterolen 60 fish gelatin softgels](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/4214/80/x/minami-morepa-plantensterolen-60-softgels.jpg)
- Formula for the cholesterol
- Contains plant sterols, omega-3 fatty acids, artichoke and olive leaf extracts
![Vitals - Ultra Pure DHA/EPA 1000 mg 60 fish gelatin softgels Vitals - Ultra Pure DHA/EPA 1000 mg 60 fish gelatin softgels](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/4506/80/x/vitals-ultra-pure-dha-epa-1000-mg-60-softgels.jpg)
- 1000 mg (570 mg EPA, 430 mg DHA) omega-3 per softgel
- High dosed and designed for (elite) athletes
![Minami - EPA+DHA Liquid Kids + Vitamine D3 100 ml of oil Minami - EPA+DHA Liquid Kids + Vitamine D3 100 ml of oil](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/3734/80/x/minami-epa-en-dha-liquid-kids-plus-vitamine-d3-100-ml.jpg)
- With no less than 750 mg EPA and 750 mg DHA per 2.5 milliliters
- Suitable from 1 year
![Solgar - Fish Oil Concentrate 1000 mg 60/120 gelatin softgels Solgar - Fish Oil Concentrate 1000 mg 60/120 gelatin softgels](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/2321/80/x/solgar-fish-oil-concentrate-1000-mg-60-softgels.jpg)
- Contains 1000 mg fish oil per softgel
- Purified, checked for contamination
![Thorne - Advanced DHA 60 gelatin softgels Thorne - Advanced DHA 60 gelatin softgels](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/4213/80/x/thorne-advanced-dha-60-softgels.jpg)
- 325 mg DHA and 100 mg EPA per softgel
- Guaranteed purity
![Minami - MorEPA Platinum Mini 90 fish gelatin softgels Minami - MorEPA Platinum Mini 90 fish gelatin softgels](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/3931/80/x/minami-morepa-platinum-mini-90-softgels.jpg)
- 540 mg omega-3 per softgel
- lower-dosed variant of MorEPA Platinum in smaller softgels
![Vitals - Ultra Pure DHA/EPA 500 mg 60 fish gelatin softgels Vitals - Ultra Pure DHA/EPA 500 mg 60 fish gelatin softgels](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/4504/80/x/vitals-ultra-pure-dha-epa-500-mg-60-softgels.jpg)
- 500 mg omega-3 (415 mg DHA, 85 mg EPA) per softgel
- During pregnancy and lactation
![Solgar - Lit'l Squirts® Children's Chewable DHA 90 chewable softgels Solgar - Lit'l Squirts® Children's Chewable DHA 90 chewable softgels](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/2454/80/x/solgar-litl-squirts-childrens-chewable-dha-90-kauwbare-softgels.jpg)
- Contains 200 mg DHA per daily dose
- Contains 48 mg EPA per daily dose
![Arctic Blue - Omega-3 Liquid Fishoil DHA + EPA + D3 Kids 150 ml of oil Arctic Blue - Omega-3 Liquid Fishoil DHA + EPA + D3 Kids 150 ml of oil](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/3379/80/x/arctic-blue-omega-3-liquid-visolie-dha-epa-d3-kids-150-ml.jpg)
- Norwegian quality with MSC label
- Pure oil made from fresh wild Arctic cod
![Arctic Blue - Omega-3 Fishoil Gummies DHA + EPA + D3 30 gummies Arctic Blue - Omega-3 Fishoil Gummies DHA + EPA + D3 30 gummies](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/4556/80/x/arctic-blue-omega-3-visolie-gummies-dha-epa-d3-30-gummies.jpg)
- Unique fish oil gummie for children
- No fish taste or smell, pleasant fruit taste
![Minami - MorDHA Kids 60 fish gelatin softgels Minami - MorDHA Kids 60 fish gelatin softgels](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/2073/80/x/minami-mordha-kids-60-softgels.jpg)
- For toddlers, preschoolers and children up to 6 years old
- Small soft fish gelatin capsules
![Arctic Blue - Omega-3 Liquid Fish Oil DHA + EPA Dog and Cat 300 ml of oil Arctic Blue - Omega-3 Liquid Fish Oil DHA + EPA Dog and Cat 300 ml of oil](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/3470/80/x/arctic-blue-omega-3-liquid-visolie-dha-epa-hond-kat-300-ml.jpg)
- Especially for animals, also suitable for people
- With handy dosing syringe
![Bonusan - Omega-3 MSC EPA Forte 30/60 fish gelatin softgels Bonusan - Omega-3 MSC EPA Forte 30/60 fish gelatin softgels](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/4073/80/x/bonusan-omega-3-msc-epa-forte-30-softgels.jpg)
- Contains 550 mg EPA and 210 mg DHA
- Sustainable fishing (MSC certified)
![GSE - Omega 3 Organic 90 gelatin softgels GSE - Omega 3 Organic 90 gelatin softgels](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/4937/80/x/gse-omega-3-bio-90-softgels.jpg)
- Complete spectrum omega fatty acids: Omega-3, 6, 7, 9 and 11
- 100% certified organic
![Vitals - Kids Omega-3 Plus Jellies 60 jellys Vitals - Kids Omega-3 Plus Jellies 60 jellys](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/4938/80/x/vitals-kids-omega-3-plus-jellies-60-jellies.jpg)
- Unique fish oil chewing gels for children
- High dosage of omega-3 but without fish smell or fish taste
![Vitals - Liquid EPA/DHA 1200 mg 200 ml of oil Vitals - Liquid EPA/DHA 1200 mg 200 ml of oil](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/4507/80/x/vitals-liquid-epa-dha-1200-mg-200-ml.jpg)
- Highly dosed and liquid
- 740 mg EPA and 460 mg DHA per measuring spoon (5 ml)
![LifeExtension - Omega-3 Fish Oil Gummy Bites 36 gummies LifeExtension - Omega-3 Fish Oil Gummy Bites 36 gummies](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/4588/80/x/lifeextension-omega-3-fish-oil-gummy-bites-36-gummies.jpg)
- 300 mg EPA and 225 mg DHA per gummy
- tasty sugar-fgree gummies with tropical fruit flavor
![Vitakruid - Visolie 1400 TG® Sport met D3 90 gelatin softgels Vitakruid - Visolie 1400 TG® Sport met D3 90 gelatin softgels](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/4942/80/x/vitakruid-visolie-1400-tg-sport-met-d3-90-softgels.jpg)
- 560 mg EPA and 280 mg DHA per softgel
- Supplemented with vitamin D3
![Minami - MorEPA Platinum 60/120 gelatin softgels Minami - MorEPA Platinum 60/120 gelatin softgels](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/914/80/x/minami-morepa-platinum-60-softgels.jpg)
- Purest and highly concentrated fish oil
- 1100 mg omega-3 per softgel
![Smeets en Graas - Fish Oil EPA-DHA 60 fish gelatin softgels Smeets en Graas - Fish Oil EPA-DHA 60 fish gelatin softgels](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/3704/80/x/smeets-en-graas-fish-oil-epa-dha-60-softgels.jpg)
- Pure highly concentrated fish oil from wild Alaskan fish
- 650 mg omega-3 per softgel
![Thorne - Super EPA 90 gelatin softgels Thorne - Super EPA 90 gelatin softgels](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/858/80/x/thorne-super-epa-90-softgels.jpg)
- 425 mg EPA and 270 mg DHA per capsule
- With NSF certification for (top) athletes
![Minami - MorEPA Plus 60/120 fish gelatin softgels Minami - MorEPA Plus 60/120 fish gelatin softgels](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/226/80/x/minami-morepa-plus-60-softgels.jpg)
- Extra concentrated
- 915 mg omega-3 per softgel
![Thorne - Super EPA Pro 120 gelatin softgels Thorne - Super EPA Pro 120 gelatin softgels](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/2006/80/x/thorne-super-epa-pro-120-softgels.jpg)
- 1300 mg EPA and 320 mg DHA per daily dose
- Highest concentration EPA
![Minami - MorEPA Original 60/120 fish gelatin softgels Minami - MorEPA Original 60/120 fish gelatin softgels](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/1/80/x/minami-morepa-original-60-softgels.jpg)
- Concentrated
- 850 mg omega-3 per softgel
![Thorne - Omega-3 - CoQ10 90 gelatin softgels Thorne - Omega-3 - CoQ10 90 gelatin softgels](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/832/80/x/thorne-omega-3-coq10-90-softgels.jpg)
- 900 mg EPA and 360 mg DHA per daily dose
- 60 mg coQ10 per daily dose
![Solgar - Omega-3 Triple Strength 50/100 gelatin softgels Solgar - Omega-3 Triple Strength 50/100 gelatin softgels](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/2530/80/x/solgar-omega-3-triple-strength-50-softgels.jpg)
- Contains highly concentrated fish oil
- Is more than 3 times stronger than a 1000 mg fish oil capsule
![Thorne - Omega Superb Lemon Berry 250 ml of oil Thorne - Omega Superb Lemon Berry 250 ml of oil](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/2076/80/x/thorne-omega-superb-lemon-berry-250-ml.jpg)
- Highly dosed and liquid
- No fish taste or smell, pleasant fruit taste
![Vitals - Ultra Pure DHA/EPA 1000 mg 60 fish gelatin softgels Vitals - Ultra Pure DHA/EPA 1000 mg 60 fish gelatin softgels](https://static.smeetsengraas.nl/4506/80/x/vitals-ultra-pure-dha-epa-1000-mg-60-softgels.jpg)
- 1000 mg (570 mg EPA, 430 mg DHA) omega-3 per softgel
- High dosed and designed for (elite) athletes
Buy all your fish oil omega-3 supplements on this page: capsules, liquid, gummies and more. Or read more first:
The Best Omega-3 Fish Oil
Fish oil has been by far the most popular supplement for many years. It is good for heart and blood vessels, blood pressure and brain, among others. But pay close attention to the quality of the fish oil you buy. There are big differences in that.
Quality Difference
There is a lot of chaff among the wheat, and most of the supplements sold under the label "omega-3" are best left out.
Read the label carefully
All the important information about a product can be found on the label. Therefore, read carefully what is written on the packaging.
How to recognize good fish oil:
The most important thing to look out for is the concentration of omega-3 fatty acids a capsule contains: they are EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid).
Many cheaper products state in big letters, for example, that their product contains 1,000 mg of fish oil per capsule. But the concentration of active omega-3 EPA and DHA is often very low. While that's exactly what it's all about.
It's not a bad thing to use a fish oil that contains only 30% EPA/DHA, but that does mean it's often necessary to use more capsules instead of just one or two capsules a day.
Finally, it is important to check that the fish oil is purified of toxins such as heavy metals and dioxins.
The other well-known omega-3 fatty acid is ALA, or alpha-linolenic acid. That fatty acid is mainly found in vegetable oils such as flaxseed oil.
How many capsules per day
This depends on the concentration of EPA and DHA. The higher the concentration of EPA or DHA, the fewer capsules per day you will need.
With the "more expensive" brands, a dose of one or two capsules per day is almost always sufficient.
Nutritional Sources
EPA and DHA are found primarily in fatty fish such as sardines, herring, mackerel and salmon, as well as seafood. Lean white fish are also a source of EPA and DHA, but contain considerably less. By the way, fish do not make these substances themselves. They get these specific unsaturated fatty acids from their diet, particularly from algae.
EPA and DHA can also be found in meat and eggs. But then again, how much is in them depends greatly on the feed the animals are fed. Since most people can't manage to eat enough oily fish every week, opting for dietary supplements containing fish oil is a godsend.
EPA / DHA ratio
Are you taking it mainly because you want to give your brain a boost or for your eyesight? Then choosing one with more DHA is the obvious choice.
This is because DHA has a beneficial effect on your brain and eyesight. This is also why pregnant women often choose fish oil with a lot of DHA: it has a positive effect on the development of the brain and vision of the unborn baby.
Krill Oil vs. Fish Oil
Fish oil and krill oil both contain omega-3 fatty acids. But whereas fish oil has been used since time immemorial, krill oil is a newer product on the market. This begs the question: what are the differences between fish oil and krill oil?
What is Krill oil?
Krill oil is extracted from - the name says it all - krill. These are shrimp-like sea creatures that feed on omega-3-rich plankton and algae. Because of this, krill is packed with EPA and DHA. In addition, the semi-transparent sea creatures contain astaxanthin. Astaxanthin is the carotenoid that gives the orange- or pink-like color to salmon, lobster and shrimp, for example.
Krill oil contains omega-3 fatty acids in the form of phospholipids. These are the fatty molecules that make up the walls of body cells. Because of this phospholipid form, the EPA and DHA from krill are even more absorbable by the human body.
Interesting fact: krill is a very important food source for many fish. These therefore owe their high content of omega-3 fatty acids mainly to krill.
Triglycerides or Phospholipids
While the fatty acids EPA and DHA in krill oil are present in the form of phospholipids, in fish oil this is in the form of triglycerides. This difference ensures that the fatty acids are just absorbed by the body in a different way. In practice, this is especially noticeable because krill oil produces a less intense aftertaste of fish.
Sustainability
Fish oil is known to be responsible for only about 1% of the global fish catch. In comparison, 60% of the global fish catch goes to direct fish consumption and 39% of it goes to feed for livestock and farmed fish.
Krill is caught in Antarctica, under the supervision of the Commission for the Conservation of the Antarctic Marine Living Resources (CCAMLR). The specially developed fishing method for krill prevents unnecessary bycatch. One disadvantage of krill oil is that the animal lives primarily around the Antarctic ice sheet. As those ice caps melt, the krill's eating and living area is shrinking and the population is coming under pressure.
Price
When buying fish oil or krill oil, it is important to pay attention to the EPA and DHA content. Krill oil is usually much more expensive per amount of EPA and DHA than fish oil. In contrast, however, it contains the important astaxanthin. Although astaxanthin can also be used separately.
Conclusion
Are you looking for a dietary supplement rich in the omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA? Then both fish oil and krill oil are suitable products. So in krill oil, in addition to EPA and DHA, there is also astaxanthin. Which is a big advantage over fish oil. The other differences between the two oils have to do with form, durability and price. It depends on your own needs and personal preference which oil is most suitable for you.
From Cod Liver Oil to Fish Oil
The spoonful of cod liver oil, many people grew up with it in the past. Nowadays, you won't come across these old-fashioned drops of oil very often. In contrast, cod liver oil's successor, fish oil, has risen in popularity. Fish oil is a concentrated and purified version of cod liver oil.
What is fish oil?
Fish oil is a dietary supplement that contains essential omega-3 fatty acids. Essential fatty acids are fats that your body cannot make itself but needs. To get enough omega-3 fatty acids, you should actually eat oily fish twice a week. For example, wild salmon, herring, sardines or mackerel. In reality, very few people today actually ingest this recommended amount of fish.
To still get enough omega-3 fatty acids, the oil from those oily fish is a perfect addition to your daily diet. Fish oil is made from sardines, herring and anchovies, among others. It often has vitamin E added to it. This is to prevent oxidation of the delicate fatty acids.
What's in fish oil?
The main elements of fish oil are two fatty acids that are part of the omega-3 fatty acid group: EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid). These two substances work together to promote good health.
Very strictly speaking, EPA and DHA are not essential fatty acids. In fact, our body is capable of making them itself, but to do so it needs the help of another member of the omega-3 family: alpha-linolenic acid. The conversion of alpha-linolenic acid to EPA or DHA in the body is often very difficult. Often in part due to an insufficient intake of vitamins and minerals (over 96% of the population).
As a result, the body does not make the fatty acids in sufficient quantities and a deficiency occurs. Fish oil typically contains high levels of both EPA and DHA.
What are the benefits?
Fish oil is used because of its positive effects on the heart and blood vessels and brain, among other things. Scientific research shows that it is good for maintaining normal blood pressure and normal heart and brain function.
For pregnant women and children
For pregnant women, some specific benefits of fish oil count. Among other things, the omega-3 fatty acids contribute to the development of the baby's brain. Small children also benefit from the remedy for this reason.
When and how to use it.
Fish oil often comes in the form of a capsule. It's best to take the capsule just before a meal, with a glass of water.
Others also use:
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Fish Oil for Kids
Because children usually don't like to eat fish, they are more likely to not get as much of the essential omega-3 fatty acids. Supplementation with fish oil, in capsules or liquid, ensures that they still get enough EPA and DHA. The capsules usually have a sweet fruit flavor, so they have no trouble swallowing.
But the capsules are also usually extra small and soft, so swallowing them requires little effort. Does your child really not want to? Then simply squeeze the capsule over a plate of food or a bowl of applesauce or yogurt. A low dose of vitamin D is also added to some fish oil. Needless to say, the oil is pure, stable and free of waste.
Visolieplein (Fish Oil Plaza) is now Smeets & Graas
In 2016 we merged our well-known fish oil website www.visolieplein.nl with this Smeets & Graas website. All fish oil products from Visolieplein we also sold on Smeets & Graas for many years. To make it a little easier for you as customers and also for ourselves, we have now made these two websites one.
Frequently asked questions
How do I know if my fish oil is pure?
Ask the seller or manufacturer for the analysis results. Manufacturers of dietary supplements are required to have their product tested. If they cannot or will not show you test results, it either means that they do not have their fish oil tested, or that it does not meet legal standards.
I eat fish regularly, isn't that enough?
Eating fish regularly provides a reasonable intake of omega-3 fatty acids only when it is truly oily fish such as herring, wild salmon, sardines or anchovies. Less good news is the associated intake of heavy metals (like mercury) and PCBs. Many oily fish contain excessive concentrations of these harmful substances.
In addition, the use of extra omega-3 supplements in addition to eating a lot of fish has been shown to have a definite health benefit.
There is also a large group of people who use it therapeutically. Eating large amounts of fish is then impractical and even inadvisable due to contamination.
What dose should I take daily?
How much you should take daily depends on a number of things. Healthy people who eat a healthy diet, lots of fruits and vegetables, nuts, unprocessed products, will be able to optimize their fatty acid profile by taking a few hundred to a thousand milligrams of EPA and DHA. This amount can be obtained with one capsule of some highly concentrated fish oil products.
When there is a disturbed fatty acid balance or when the use of fish oil has been shown to have a positive impact on something, the dose at which the best results are achieved is often higher.
The dose at which the best results are achieved is often higher.
Can I use it alongside my medications?
There are no known negative effects of using fish oil along with medications. In fact, its use alongside medications is often highly recommended. Only when using warfarin (coumarin derivatives) and aspirin together with very high doses of fish oil is it possible for the blood to be diluted too much.
Is omega-3-6-9 better than omega-3 alone?
Omega-3-6-9 capsules are actually never recommended over using capsules with only omega-3 fatty acids. This is because we already ingest an excess of omega-6 fatty acids with our diet. As a result, there is an imbalance in our body and this imbalance can be corrected by the use of omega-3 fatty acids.
When is the best time to take fish oil.
It is best to take them immediately before or during meals. This gives the least cause for any digestive discomfort. It can also be put through yogurt, for example.
Updated: Oct. 14, 2023