Product Description

A special concentrate of fish body oils from deep, cold-water fish including mackerel and sardines which are especially rich in the essential Omega-3 fatty acids, EPA and DHA.

Each soft gel provides 590 mg of total Omega-3 fatty acids consisting of approximately 330 mg of EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid), 220 mg of DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid) and 40 mg of other Omega-3's.

Natural Vitamin E is added to preserve the freshness of the fish oil in the substantial amount of 10 IU per capsule in the form of d-alpha tocopherol.

Because the fish live in the deep arctic waters, which are some of the cleanest waters in the world, the fish oil tests by independent laboratory analysis to be free of detectable levels of contaminants including: mercury, cadmium, lead and 29 pesticides.

Cholesterol-free. Contains no Vitamin A.

Each soft gel contains only fish oil protected with Vitamin E. No preservatives, sweeteners, salt, colors of flavors are added.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #463 in Health and Beauty
• Brand: Carlson
• Released on: 2008-11-17
• Ingredients: Calories: 9, Calories From Fat: 9, Total Fat: 1gm, VITAMIN E NATURAL: 10IU, OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDS: 600mg, EPA: 300mg, DHA: 200mg, OTHER OMEGA-3'S: 100mg
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 4.00" h x 5.00" w x 6.00" l, .63 pounds

Features

• Does Not Contain: Preservative-free. Cholesterol-free. Gluten-free.

Customer Reviews

Best fish oil I found!
I am taking fish oil while pregnant on the advice of an allergist. Taking fish oil while pregnant has recently been linked to lower rates of allergies in children who have a family history. These were the only brand I found that stated no detecable levels of mercury - which is critical while pregnant. My doctor also recommened freezing them - it cuts down on the fishy after taste.

Great Omega-3 Oils at a Great Price
Omega-3 fatty acids from our foods (or through supplementation) are important because our bodies do not have the enzymes necessary to create these long-chain fatty acids.

The major omega-3 fatty acids are:

ALA, (alpha) linolenic acid
EPA, eicosapentaenoic acid
DHA, docosahexaenoic acid

Supplemental Omega 3 Oils:

Many people desire to supplement their omega-3 fatty acid intake with dietary supplements. These supplements generally contain flaxseed oil or fish oil.

Flaxseed oil contains alpha-linolenic acid but no EPA and DHA
Marine algae sources produce only DHA and no EPA
Cold water marine fish oil contains primarily EPA and DHA

The preferred form of omega-3 fatty acids is triglycerides from fish oil. It is the most bioavailable form. Another positive about omega-3 fatty acid nutritional supplements is that most of the contaminants, such as harmful PCBs and metals, have been removed during the purification process. Recently, Harvard Medical School researchers studied commercially available omega-3 fish oil supplements and found that they have only "negligible amounts of mercury". Further, they state: "The additional benefit of fatty acids from fish oil is that large doses of Omega-3 fatty acids can be ingested easily in a capsule without the risk of toxicity".

It is important to note that you should always buy omega-3 nutritional supplements with antioxidants. Antioxidants keep your omega-3 supplements fresh and when combined with vitamin E and/or other antioxidants you will decrease or eliminate the incidences of "fish burps".

Benefits of Omega-3 Oils:

Omega-3 fatty acid (oil) supplements may reduce cardiovascular events (death, non-fatal heart attacks, non-fatal strokes) if taken in suficient quantities. They can also slow the progression of atherosclerosis (hardening of the heart arteries) in coronary patients. While increasing omega-3 fatty acid intake through foods is preferable, most people may not be able to get enough omega-3 by diet alone. Thus, folks who are interested in Omega 3 oils may want to talk to their doctor about taking a supplement such as this one. Supplements may also help people with high triglyceride levelss, who need even larger doses. The benefits of omega-3 fatty acids in cardiovascular disease are so well demonstrated that the American Heart Association has published statements since 1996 recommending increased fish intake and/or omega-3 supplements.

In addition, Omega-3 oils help reduce inflammation and are therefore good for those with rheumatism or rheumatoid arthritis.

The standard dose of Omega-3 oils is 1-3 grams per day. Generally this is 3 tablets, one with each meal.

Jim "Konedog" Koenig

Yes, this item IS mercury free
According to consumer labs, this product, and others, tested free of mercury and other contaminants. You can read the review here.
http://www.consumerlab.com/results/omega3.asp

This item is great for what it is. If you are looking for a good fish oil supplement, you won't go wrong with this.