Omega-3

Omega-3

Your daily Omega-3 from the original source: algae.

  • Algae oil for heart, brain & eyes
  • From a pure & fish-free source
  • With essential DHA+EPA fatty acids

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Omega-3

Your daily Omega-3
from the original source: algae

Plnktn Omega-3 contains at least 250 mg DHA and 125 mg EPA per capsule, from a 100% fish-free and plant-based source. The oil from the microalgae Schizochytrium sp. provides pure Omega-3, exactly as nature intended. It has been scientifically proven that a daily intake of at least 250 mg Omega-3 is good for the heart, brain and vision (EFSA-approved health claims).

Find out what people are saying about this product

I am super happy with this

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I'm super happy with this; I specifically chose it because it's vegan. And we leave the fish alone, so that's a win-win! 😃 Also, it was delivered on time, and customer service is quick and friendly. I've expanded my subscription to include plankton capsules, and I have high expectations for them! Hahaha!


Valerie

It is a quality product

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It's a quality product from a food-grade source. Better for the body's absorption. I'm very satisfied!


Trude C.

Product works well

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The product works well, no side effects, but I didn't experience 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 Dutch-grown without having to be harvested from nature. It's even slightly more affordable 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 really like it! The packaging is beautiful, and they've put a lot of thought into it! Top product!


Anike BV

No aftertaste

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No aftertaste or fishy burps


Marian

Works very well

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I'm currently using this product instead of the fish oil version. I really like it. It's great to use this natural product.


Gerrit S.

No noticeable effect yet. But I do have faith in it.

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I've been using it for a few weeks because I don't want to eat fish, but I haven't noticed any noticeable effects yet. I'm confident, though, so I'll keep using it. Fast delivery and well packaged.


Robert J.

Fine product

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


Dominique S.

So nice

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It's great to know that I'm getting enough omega-3 fatty acids, among other things, and that I can therefore remain 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'm super happy with this; I specifically chose it because it's vegan. And we leave the fish alone, so that's a win-win! 😃 Also, it was delivered on time, and customer service is quick and friendly. I've expanded my subscription to include plankton capsules, and I have high expectations for them! Hahaha!


    Valerie
  • It is a quality product

    filled star filled star filled star filled star filled star

    It's a quality product from a food-grade source. Better for the body's absorption. I'm very satisfied!


    Trude C.
  • Product works well

    filled star filled star filled star filled star filled star

    The product works well, no side effects, but I didn't experience 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 Dutch-grown without having to be harvested from nature. It's even slightly more affordable 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 really like it! The packaging is beautiful, and they've put a lot of thought into it! Top product!


    Anike BV
  • No aftertaste

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    No aftertaste or fishy burps


    Marian
  • Works very well

    filled star filled star filled star filled star filled star

    I'm currently using this product instead of the fish oil version. I really like it. It's great to use this natural product.


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

    filled star filled star filled star empty star empty star

    I've been using it for a few weeks because I don't want to eat fish, but I haven't noticed any noticeable effects yet. I'm confident, though, so I'll keep using it. Fast delivery and well packaged.


    Robert J.
  • Fine product

    filled star filled star filled star filled star filled star

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


    Dominique S.
  • So nice

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


    Carry B.

"More people and too few fish"

Seventy percent of the world's population doesn't get the omega-3 they need. And even if everyone in the world tried to get it from fish, there simply wouldn't be enough fish in the ocean. According to scientists from NTNU - Norwegian University of Science and Technology.

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

The Health Council recommends 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 functioning of the heart

Good for your eyes

Omega-3 DHA is good for vision and helps to see normally

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 functioning of the heart

  • Good for your eyes

    Omega-3 DHA is good for vision and helps to see normally

  • Good for your brain

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

Not your standard omega-3

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

Algal oil
Fish oil
Omega-3 (DHA/EPA)
Sustainably produced?
Clean, controlled source?
No fishy taste?
Vegan & hypoallergenic?

Omega-3 Process

From algae to supplement

Breeding phase
01

Breeding phase

Harvest phase
02

Harvest phase

Drying
03

Drying

Extraction & Refining
04

Extraction & Refining

Algal oil
05

Algal oil

Processing into softgel
06

Processing into softgel

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 just one fish oil capsule can contain as many as 30 anchovies? This places 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

For one jar of omega-3, approximately 30 anchovies are lost — a direct contribution to overfishing.

Heated, pressed, deodorized

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

Photo: Antonio Busiello/WWF-US

Not only anchovies die

In addition to anchovies, plankton, young fish and other marine organisms also die from industrial fishing.

Why fish? Omega-3 comes from algae.

Fish don't make omega-3—they get it from algae, so you might as well go straight to the source, farmed on the mainland.

  • 30 anchovies for one capsule

    For one jar of omega-3, approximately 30 anchovies are lost — a direct contribution to overfishing.

  • Heated, pressed, deodorized

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

  • Photo: Antonio Busiello/WWF-US

    Not only anchovies die

    In addition to anchovies, plankton, young fish and other marine organisms also die from industrial fishing.

  • Why fish? Omega-3 comes from algae.

    Fish don't make omega-3—they get it from algae, so you might as well go straight to the source, farmed on the mainland.

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Why Omega-3 Fatty Acids?

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

Why algae oil instead of fish oil?

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!

How much omega-3 do I need per day?

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

Do you eat little to no oily fish? One dose of our algal 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 just after a fatty meal.

Is the omega-3 free from allergens?

Yes, it is free from allergens.

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

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

What is omega-3?

Omega-3 is a group of polyunsaturated fatty acids, including ALA, EPA, and DHA. These are fatty acids that the body cannot produce itself or in sufficient quantities, and which you therefore obtain from food or supplements. EPA and DHA occur naturally in algae and oily fish.

What are the ingredients of our omega-3?

Oil from the microalga 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.

Does omega-3 have side effects?

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

What foods contain omega-3?

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.

What does omega-3 do to your body?

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.

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