"More people and not enough fish"

70 percent of the world's population does not get the omega-3 they need. And if everyone in the world wanted to get it from fish, there simply isn't enough fish in the ocean. This is according to scientists at NTNU - Norwegian University of Science and Technology.

The dark side of omega-3 from fish

Annually, 17 billion kilograms of fish are caught for Omega-3, primarily for fish oil capsules. Did you know that one fish oil capsule can contain as many as 30 anchovies? This puts enormous pressure on our oceans, while fish are merely an intermediary. Algae are the original source of Omega-3: 100% plant-based and fish-free.

30 anchovies for one capsule

One pot of omega-3 requires around 30 anchovies β€” a direct contribution to overfishing.

Heated, pressed, deodorized

Anchovies are ground and heated, resulting in an oil with a strong smell and loss of purity.

Photo: Antonio Busiello/WWF-US

It’s not just anchovies that die

Besides anchovies, plankton, juvenile fish, and other marine organisms also die due to industrial fishing.

Why fish? Omega-3 comes from algae

Fish don’t make omega-3 – they get it from algae, so you may as well go straight to the source, cultivated on land.

  • 30 anchovies for one capsule

    One pot of omega-3 requires around 30 anchovies β€” a direct contribution to overfishing.

  • Heated, pressed, deodorized

    Anchovies are ground and heated, resulting in an oil with a strong smell and loss of purity.

  • Photo: Antonio Busiello/WWF-US

    It’s not just anchovies that die

    Besides anchovies, plankton, juvenile fish, and other marine organisms also die due to industrial fishing.

  • Why fish? Omega-3 comes from algae

    Fish don’t make omega-3 – they get it from algae, so you may as well go straight to the source, cultivated on land.

Omega-3, good for your
heart, eyes and brain.

The Health Council advises 200 mg of omega-3 daily, but RIVM research shows that only 11.4% of Dutch people achieve this.

Good for your heart

Omega-3 EPA and DHA contribute to the normal function of the heart

Good for your eyes

Omega-3 DHA is good for eyesight and helps maintain normal vision

Good for your brain

Omega-3 DHA contributes to the maintenance of normal brain function

  • Good for your heart

    Omega-3 EPA and DHA contribute to the normal function of the heart

  • Good for your eyes

    Omega-3 DHA is good for eyesight and helps maintain normal vision

  • Good for your brain

    Omega-3 DHA contributes to the maintenance of normal brain function

Discover what people are saying about this product

I am super happy with this

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I am super happy with this, I specifically chose it because it is vegan. And we leave the fish alone, so that's a win-win πŸ˜ƒ Furthermore, it was delivered neatly on time, customer service responds quickly and friendly. I have expanded my subscription with plankton capsules, I have high expectations for these! Hahaha!


Valerie

It's a quality product

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It's a quality product from a food state source. Better for the body's absorption. I am very satisfied!


Trude C.

Product meets expectations well

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Product works well, no side effects, but I also didn't have any with a similar product from another company. That one was also algae-based, so vegan. I switched to this brand because I like that it's cultivated in the Netherlands without having to be fished from nature. In terms of price, it's even slightly cheaper than my previous brand.


Thea van N.

I like it!

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I've only been using it for a few days! I like it! Nice packaging, well thought out! Top product!


Anike B.V.

No aftertaste

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No aftertaste or fish burps


Marian

Works very well

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Now using this product instead of the fish oil variant. Very happy with it. Nice to use this natural product.


Gerrit S.

No noticeable effect yet. I do have confidence in it

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Been using it for a couple of weeks because I don't want to eat fish, but no noticeable effect yet. I do have confidence in it, so I will continue. Furthermore, fast delivery and well packaged.


Robert J.

Nice product

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Great product, easy to take and I find the subscription so convenient. You know exactly when they'll arrive again, no more worries if you don't have time to buy them.


Dominique S.

So nice

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So great that I now know I'm getting enough omega-3 fatty acids, among other things, and can therefore continue to be a vegetarian with peace of mind.


Carry B.
  • I am super happy with this

    filled star filled star filled star filled star filled star

    I am super happy with this, I specifically chose it because it is vegan. And we leave the fish alone, so that's a win-win πŸ˜ƒ Furthermore, it was delivered neatly on time, customer service responds quickly and friendly. I have expanded my subscription with plankton capsules, I have high expectations for these! Hahaha!


    Valerie
  • It's a quality product

    filled star filled star filled star filled star filled star

    It's a quality product from a food state source. Better for the body's absorption. I am very satisfied!


    Trude C.
  • Product meets expectations well

    filled star filled star filled star filled star filled star

    Product works well, no side effects, but I also didn't have any with a similar product from another company. That one was also algae-based, so vegan. I switched to this brand because I like that it's cultivated in the Netherlands without having to be fished from nature. In terms of price, it's even slightly cheaper than my previous brand.


    Thea van N.
  • I like it!

    filled star filled star filled star filled star filled star

    I've only been using it for a few days! I like it! Nice packaging, well thought out! Top product!


    Anike B.V.
  • No aftertaste

    filled star filled star filled star filled star filled star

    No aftertaste or fish burps


    Marian
  • Works very well

    filled star filled star filled star filled star filled star

    Now using this product instead of the fish oil variant. Very happy with it. Nice to use this natural product.


    Gerrit S.
  • No noticeable effect yet. I do have confidence in it

    filled star filled star filled star empty star empty star

    Been using it for a couple of weeks because I don't want to eat fish, but no noticeable effect yet. I do have confidence in it, so I will continue. Furthermore, fast delivery and well packaged.


    Robert J.
  • Nice product

    filled star filled star filled star filled star filled star

    Great product, easy to take and I find the subscription so convenient. You know exactly when they'll arrive again, no more worries if you don't have time to buy them.


    Dominique S.
  • So nice

    filled star filled star filled star filled star filled star

    So great that I now know I'm getting enough omega-3 fatty acids, among other things, and can therefore continue to be a vegetarian with peace of mind.


    Carry B.

Not your standard
omega-3

Our oil comes directly from algae, without animals, aftertaste, or unnecessary processing.

Algae oil
Fish oil
Omega-3 (DHA/EPA)
Sustainably produced?
Clean, controlled source?
Without a fishy taste?
Vegan & hypoallergenic?

Omega-3 Process

From algae to capsule - without fish

Growing Phase
01

Growing Phase

Harvest phase
02

Harvest phase

Drying
03

Drying

Extraction & Refining
04

Extraction & Refining

Algae oil
05

Algae oil

Processing into softgel
06

Processing into softgel

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Why omega-3 fatty acids?

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

Why algal oil instead of fish oil?

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

How much omega-3 do I need per day?

The Health Council advises adults to consume 200 mg of Omega-3 from fish daily.

Do you eat little to no oily fish? One capsule of our algae oil contains 250 mg DHA and 125 mg EPA, making it a good (and responsible) substitute!

When is the best time to take omega-3?

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

Is the omega-3 free from allergens?

Yes, it is free of allergens.

Is omega-3 safe to take during pregnancy/breastfeeding?

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

What is the Totox value of the algae oil?

The Totox value of our algae oil has always been below 5 to date. This is very low and means that the oil is fresh and therefore not oxidised.

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