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

Ultra Omega-3 fish oil from NOW Foods

Looking for a highly concentrated omega-3 fish oil? NOW Foods' Ultra Omega-3 delivers 1000 mg of EPA and 500 mg of DHA per daily dose of 2 softgels, derived from a fish oil concentrate. This provides a high and compact amount of omega-3s without the need to stack multiple large capsules. Available in 90 or 180 softgels, allowing you to choose between a smaller container 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 in limited amounts and therefore primarily obtains from food. The two best known are EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid), which are mainly found in fatty fish such as salmon, mackerel, herring, anchovies, and sardines. Since not everyone eats fatty fish several times a week, many people opt for a fish oil supplement to specifically supplement their intake of EPA and DHA. In addition to EPA and DHA, there is a third well-known omega-3, ALA, from plant sources, which the body converts only to a limited extent into EPA and DHA; this is what makes the direct marine source of fish oil attractive to many. Ultra Omega-3 is for those looking for a significantly higher amount of these fatty acids per softgel.

High EPA and DHA content per daily dose

The base is a natural fish oil concentrate, with a higher proportion of active fatty acids per gram of oil than standard fish oil. Per 2 softgels, 1000 mg of EPA and 500 mg of DHA are clearly listed on the label, making it easy to 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 high and well-defined amount of active fatty acids, thus allowing for a lot of EPA and DHA with fewer softgels. Where a standard fish oil often requires several capsules per day, the amount per softgel here is more concentrated.

What EPA and DHA contribute to

EPA and DHA contribute to normal heart function (the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 250 mg of EPA and DHA). DHA also contributes to the maintenance of normal brain function and normal vision (the beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 250 mg of DHA). These are the approved health claims for these fatty acids, which you will also find in the overview further down this page. As this is a highly dosed formula, a small daily amount of softgels is already sufficient to largely exceed these thresholds.

Enteric coating, vitamin E, and origin

The softgels have an enteric coating, which only allows the capsule to disintegrate later in the digestive tract. Many people find this more pleasant with fish oil, as it can reduce the risk of burping or a fishy aftertaste. This is particularly appreciated in the case of high dosage, as in this product. The formula contains vitamin E in the form of 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. This is therefore not a product for those who do not wish to use animal gelatin. The product contains fish and is not suitable for those with fish allergies; complete safety information can be found further down this page.