Now Foods Ultra Omega-3 500 EPA / 250 DHA - 180 Softgels

*Large Pack 180 Softgels - Contains 6 month Supply*

Supportive research shows that consumption of EPA and DHA omega-3 fatty acids may reduce the risk of coronary heart disease.

• Odor Controlled - Enteric Coated
• 500 EPA / 250 DHA

This fish oil concentrate is molecularly distilled and manufactured under strict quality control standards. It is tested to be free of potentially harmful levels of contaminants such as PCBs, dioxins, mercury and other heavy metals. Those who experience nausea or reflux from other fish oils should find this enteric-coated, odor-controlled softgel easier to tolerate.

What are omega-3 fatty acids and what are the effects of omega-3 fatty acids?

Omega-3 fatty acids are polyunsaturated fatty acids and are essential for our body. Our body cannot produce omega-3 fatty acids itself, so they have to be ingested through food. The most important omega-3 fatty acids include:

• α-linolenic acid (ALA)
• Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)
• Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)

α-linolenic acid (ALA) is a precursor and has yet to be converted to the active forms DHA and EPA. However, this only happens in very small amounts, which cannot cover the need for DHA and EPA.

DHA is particularly important for brain activity. With the intake of certain amounts, DHA takes over the following important functions in our body:

With the absorption of certain amounts of DHA, it takes over the following important functions in our body:

• DHA contributes to the maintenance of normal brain function (at least 250mg)
• DHA contributes to the maintenance of normal vision (min. 250mg)
• DHA contributes to the maintenance of normal blood triglyceride levels (min 2g)

Together with EPA, the two omega-3 fatty acids DHA and EPA in  Now Foods Ultra Omega-3  have positive effects on our body: