Omega-3

Omega-3 fats are polyunsaturated fatty acids. Scientific research shows that at least 250mg omega-3 is good for your heart, brain and eyes (health claims approved by the EFSA).

Algal oil is a plant-based alternative to fish oil. Fish get their omega-3 from algae. By using algal oil, you get omega-3 straight from the source, without the need for fish. Good for you and better for the oceans.

The Health Council recommends that adults consume 200 mg of omega-3 per day from fish. If you eat little or no oily fish, one capsule of our algae oil contains 250 mg DHA and 125 mg EPA, making it a practical plant-based option.

We recommend 1 capsule per day during or just after a meal.

Yes, it is free from allergens.

Yes, it is safe to take during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Our algae oil has consistently shown a Totox value below 5. This very low value indicates freshness and minimal oxidation.

Oil from the microalgae Schizochytrium sp., high oleic sunflower oil,
d-alpha-tocopherol, antioxidants: rosemary extract, mixed tocopherols, ascorbyl palmitate. Capsule: hydroxypropyl starch; humectant: glycerol; gelling agent: carrageenan; purified water.

Here is some more context on the ingredients:

• Oil from the microalgae Schizochytrium sp: This is the active ingredient: the source of DHA and EPA, the omega-3 fatty acids that the supplement is all about.
• Sunflower oil: Present as a carrier oil, in the minimum required amount of approximately 10%. Its contribution to your total omega-6 intake is therefore small, especially in proportion to the amount of omega-3 you get from the supplement.
• D-alpha-tocopherol, rosemary extract, mixed tocopherols, and ascorbyl palmitate: Omega-3 fatty acids are susceptible to oxidation, which can quickly degrade quality and shelf life. These four ingredients are antioxidants that protect the oil. D-alpha-tocopherol is simply a natural form of vitamin E, and ascorbyl palmitate is a fat-soluble form of vitamin C. Without this protection, the omega-3 would quickly degrade.
• Hydroxypropyl starch, glycerol, carrageenan, and purified water: These are the four ingredients of the capsule itself. They make the softgel possible, not the supplement.
  

Omega 3 is generally well-tolerated. Some people experience mild stomach or intestinal complaints at higher doses, such as bloating, nausea, or belching.

Omega-3 is found in fatty fish, among other things, but also in algae. Algae are the original source of EPA and DHA. Fish consume these fatty acids through their diet, which is why they contain omega-3.

Omega-3 fatty acids play a role in various processes in the body. With a daily intake of 250mg EPA and DHA, these fatty acids contribute to the normal function of the heart. DHA also contributes to the maintenance of normal brain function and normal vision.