Fish Oil Mega EPA/DHA Fish oil supplements contain the omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA. Fish oils from supplements or dietary sources can reduce triglycerides by 20-50%, as well as provide other heart-healthy benefits. Studies have used triglycerides-lowering doses of 1 to 4 grams (1,000 mg to 4,000 mg) daily. A possible benefit is that long-term intake of fish oil might nudge up your HDL cholesterol (the good kind). Fish oil supplements are generally safe and welltolerated at doses of 3 grams or less daily.
What Should I Look for in a Fish Oil Supplement? First, always remember that it’s the omega-3s that count. When making your purchase, be sure to determine the amount of omega-3s per serving. Many doctors often recommend 1000 to 1200 mg of fish oil because that amount of fish oil contains the total amount of omega3s the doctor wants you to consume. One thousand or 1200 mg of fish oil doesn’t equal 1000 or 1200 mg of omega-3s. A standard 1000 mg fish oil softgel provides around 300 mg of omega-3s (and even less of the important EPA and DHA), and so in order to meet the 500 mg EPA + DHA recommendation, a minimum of two softgels would be necessary. Make sure to read the “Supplement Facts” label to determine the amount of EPA and DHA in a fish oil supplement. Second, quality matters. It is important to purchase fish oil from a reputable manufacturer that follows Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and takes the necessary steps to purify the oil. In choosing a brand like Nature Made®, the #1 Pharmacist Recommended Omega-3/Fish Oil Brand*, you can rest assured knowing Nature Made has a strong commitment to making quality supplements.
Nature Made Super Strength Omega-3 EPA Nature Made Super Strength Omega-3 EPA is a unique fish oil formula that provides a higher dose of EPA compared to less concentrated fish oil softgels – nearly 3 times the amount. Every 2 softgels provides a total of 1200 mg of EPA +DHA (1000 mg EPA and 200 mg DHA).
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