| Directions:
Take two softgels daily with a
meal.
Supplement Facts
Serving size: 2 softgels
Amount Per % Daily
Serving Per Container: 30
Serving Value* |
|
Calories |
22 |
|
|
Calories from Fat |
18 |
|
|
Total Fat |
2g |
3% |
|
Saturated Fat |
0.5g |
3% |
|
Polyunsaturated Fat |
1.4g |
|
|
Monounsaturated Fat |
0.5g |
|
|
Cholesterol |
0mg |
0% |
|
Protein |
1g |
|
|
Vitamin E |
10IU |
32% |
|
Omega-3 (EPA) Eicosapentaenoic Acid |
600mg |
† |
|
Omega-3 (DHA) Docosahexaenoic Acid |
400mg |
† |
*
Percent Daily Values are
based on a 2000 calorie diet.
†
Daily Value not established |
Other Ingredients: Marine Lipid Oil Concentrate,
Gelatin, Glycerin, Purified Water, D-a Tocopherol.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT Omega-3™
What is Omega-3?
Omega-3 is the name for a group of polyunsaturated fatty
acids (PUFA). There are two main families of PUFA: omega-3s and omega-6s.
The predominant sources of omega-3s are vegetable oils and fish. There are
three types of omega-3 fatty acids:
1. alpha linolenic acid (LNA) is an important plant-based
source of omega-3s, found in such foods as tofu, canola oil, walnuts and
flaxseed.
2. eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)
are a very long-chain fatty acids obtained from cold-water ocean fish such
as sardines, herring, mackerel, albacore tuna and salmon – hence, fish oil.
Omega-3s are required for normal human health.(1) They
affect many physiological processes including cognitive function, visual
acuity, immunosuppressive and anti-inflammatory actions, anti-thrombotic and
anti-arrhythmia activities along with having major effects on whole body
glucose and lipid metabolism.(2)
How much fish oil is in Marine Omega-3?
When looking to purchase fish oil supplements, it is
important to look for the EPA and DHA content. EPA and DHA are the fatty
acids thought responsible for the health benefits of fish oil. Nutraceutics’
Marine Omega-3 contains 300 mg EPA and 200 mg DHA (500 mg omega-3) per
softgel. That is almost double the amount of omega-3s found in most health
food store brands. People taking omega-3s for the heart healthy benefit are
usually advised to consume 1-2 grams of EPA and DHA per day. The FDA
recommends not exceeding more than 2 grams per day from supplementation. The
500 mg of EPA and DHA contained in each Marine Omega-3 softgel allows for
exact dosing up to 2 grams.
Should I be concerned about mercury and other
environmental toxins in the fish supply?
Mercury occurs naturally in the environment but can also
be released into the air through industrial pollution. Mercury falls from
the air and can accumulate in streams and oceans where it is turned into
methylmercury in the water. It is this type of mercury that can be harmful
to you, your unborn baby and young children.
Nearly all fish and shellfish absorb traces of
methylmercury from the water. However, the longer a fish lives, the higher
its levels of methylmercury will be. These large fish (swordfish, shark,
king mackerel and tilefish) pose the greatest risk.
In order to ensure quality, Nutraceutics follows the
monograph guidelines set forth by the Council for Responsible Nutrition for
purification. By following this monograph, we are able to provide a uniform
standard analysis, quality and purity for EPA and DHA, ensuring your
confidence in this beneficial nutrient. Our fish oil is not only tested for
PCB and heavy metals (mercury, lead, arsenic etc.), it is also tested for
its EPA and DHA content. This purification process ensures the high quality
of each Marine Omega-3 softgel.
Are fish oil supplements safer than eating fish?
A study published in the January 2005 issue of the
Archives of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine concluded that fish oil
supplements may be safer than eating fish, at least from the standpoint of
toxic impurities. The authors write, “Fish oil supplements are more
healthful than the consumption of fish high in organochlorines
(pesticides).” At Nutraceutics, our fish oil supplement provides the
benefits of omega-3 fatty acids without the risk of toxicity.
Which is better for your heart, fish oil
supplements or eating fresh fish?
If you are happy eating a least two good-sized portions of
oil-rich fish a week, this should provide you with sufficient omega-3 oils
to maintain a healthy heart and circulation. However, if you cannot
guarantee you will eat this amount, fish oils in supplement form may be an
option. One piece of research conducted over two years showed that there
were no differences between the effects of eating oil-rich fish twice a week
and taking fish oil capsules daily for two years (DART sub-group analysis).
Supplements offer the additional benefit of supplying a measurable amount of
omega-3 whereas the amounts in fish vary, and the toxic impurities have to
be considered.
References
1. Stone, N.J. Fish Consumption, Fish Oil,
Lipids, and Coronary Heart Disease. Circulation. 1996;94:2337-2340.
2. Jump, D.B. The Biochemistry of n-3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids. J. Biol.
Chem. 2002;227(11):8755-8758.
3. Oh, R, MD, Practical Applications of Fish Oil (n-3 Fatty Acids) in
Primary Care. The Journal of the American Board of Family Practice.
2005;18:28-36. |
