Ultra Omega-3 Fish Oil 1000mg EPA + 500mg DHA | 90 or 180 softgels | NOW Foods

NOW Foods Ultra Omega-3 Fish Oil

Are you looking for a high-dose omega-3 fish oil? NOW Foods' Ultra Omega-3 provides 1000 mg EPA and 500 mg DHA per daily dose of 2 softgels, from a concentrated fish oil concentrate. This gives you a compact, high amount of omega-3 without having to stack multiple large capsules. Available in 90 or 180 softgels, so you can choose between a smaller jar or a larger supply.

What are omega-3, EPA and DHA

Omega-3 fatty acids are a group of polyunsaturated fatty acids that the body can only produce to a limited extent and therefore mainly obtains from food. The two best known are EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid), and these are mainly found in fatty fish such as salmon, mackerel, herring, anchovies and sardines. Because not everyone eats fatty fish several times a week, many people choose a fish oil supplement to specifically supplement EPA and DHA. In addition to EPA and DHA, there is a third well-known omega-3, ALA from plant sources, which the body only converts to EPA and DHA to a limited extent; this makes the direct marine source from fish oil attractive to many. Ultra Omega-3 is aimed at those looking for a significantly higher amount of these fatty acids per softgel.

High EPA and DHA per daily dose

The basis is a natural, concentrated fish oil concentrate, where the proportion of active fatty acids per gram of oil is higher than with a standard fish oil. Per 2 softgels, 1000 mg EPA and 500 mg DHA are clearly stated on the label, so you can easily track your intake. This omega-3 fish oil is intended for those who are not looking for a standard fish oil, but a formula with a clear, high amount of active fatty acids, and thus get a lot of EPA and DHA with fewer softgels. While a standard fish oil often requires multiple capsules per day, the amount here is more concentrated per softgel.

What EPA and DHA contribute to

EPA and DHA contribute to the normal function of the heart, with a daily intake of 250 mg EPA and DHA. In addition, DHA contributes to the maintenance of normal brain function and normal vision, with a daily intake of 250 mg DHA. These are the approved health claims for these fatty acids, which you will also find in the overview later on this page. Because this is a high-dose formula, you will already be well above these thresholds with a small daily amount of softgels.

Enteric coating, vitamin E and origin

The softgels have an enteric coating, which causes the capsule to break down later in the digestive tract. Many people find this more pleasant with fish oil, as it can reduce the chance of a fishy aftertaste or burping. Especially with a high dosage, as in this product, this is often experienced as pleasant. The formula contains vitamin E as natural d-alpha tocopherol, which helps protect the oil from oxidation. This omega-3 fish oil comes from anchovies and the softgel contains bovine gelatin. It is therefore not a product for those who do not want to use animal gelatin. The product contains fish and is not suitable for people with a fish allergy; the complete safety information can be found further on this page.