Product Description

Consumption of Omega-3 fatty acids may reduce the risk of coronary heart disease. FDA evaluated the data and determined that, although there is scientific evidence supporting the claim, the evidence is not conclusive. Pharmavite`s Omega-3 fish oil products use only the oil from wild ocean fish, and do not use oil from farm-raised fish. Each batch of Pharmavite fish oil is processed using state-of-the-art molecular distillation or absorbent technology to assure high levels of purity. All batches of Pharmavite fish oil are guaranteed to pass the stringent standards of the CRN (Council for Responsible Nutrition) Omega-3 Monograph. In addition, Pharmavite`s fish oil products meet the United States Pharmacopeia ("USP") Omega-3 fish oil purity standards as well as comply with all standards prescribed by the United States Food and Drug Administration ("FDA"). Consumption of Omega-3 fatty acids may reduce the risk of coronary heart disease. FDA evaluated the data and determined that although there is scientific evidence supporting the claim, the evidence is not conclusive. Omega-3 fatty acids also help maintain triglyceride levels already in the normal range.

Product Details

• Brand: Nature Made
• Model: 1328
• Ingredients: Supplement Facts Serving Size: 1 softgel Serving Per size: 100 Amount per serving %DV Total Fat 1.0 g 2.0% Saturated Fat 0.0 g 0.0% Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5 g ** Monounsaturated Fat 0.0 g ** Cholesterol 0.0 mg 0.0% Fish Oil 1200.0 mg ** EPA (Elcosapentaenoic Acid) 216.0 mg ** DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid) 144.0 mg ** Omega-3 408.0 mg ** other ingredients: Gelatin , Glycerin **Daily Value not yet established.
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 3.00" h x 3.00" w x 5.50" l, 1.00 pounds

Features

• May reduce risk of coronary heart disease
• Contains Omega-3 fatty acids to help maintain triglyceride and cholesterol levels
• No artificial flavors or colors; does not contain chemical solvents
• Keep out of reach of children

Customer Reviews

Natrue Made IS tested for purity
I called Nature Made and inquired about their procedures to test their product for mercury. Their Fish oil is USP tested for purity and potency. There isn't any "mercury-free" fish oil, however, NM contains only .01 mcg / g of mercury. Very low level and certainly not toxic. I'm keeping my bottle of it and will take it confidently. FYI: they have a great website that contains all this information.

Omega-3's for Mood Stability
I offer this not as a professional opinion. There is no consensus on this. I just offer this as an off-the-record word-of-mouth opinion.

But...

In the past several weeks, I have heard a few different Psychiatrists I work with, people I respect, tell me they have patients who take Omega-3 fatty acid supplements and believe that it helps with mood stabilization. (This, in addition to the other well publicized below-the-neck benefits.)

So, take it for what it's worth. It's a relatively benign supplement, I've heard people worry about mercury but it should be filtered out of any quality supplements. If it helps, great. If it doesn't help, no harm done. Probably. Again, I'm not talking about double-blind controlled studies, just cocktail party quality anecdotes. Even so, I thought you'd want me to share.

They always say it is better to get your nutrition from foods as opposed to supplements, but if you eat enough fish to get the same equivalent of omega-3 fatty acids, you will be consuming some mercury. I'm not a toxicologist, I don't know how big of a deal that is or isn't.

Having given my off-the-record opinion, I'll now give my expert opinion: Talk to your doctor about any supplements or herbal medications you are interested in taking.
And, please, talk to your doctor if you feel you need a mood stabilizer and this hasn't been professionally evaluated.
If your doctor is in too much of a hurry, or too dismissive, time for a new doctor.

A Dentist Reviews This Product
Fish Oils are healthy oils that the body needs on a regular basis. Fish oils help to decrease total body inflammation, thus they are helpful in any kind of arthritis or inflammatory pain. I take two fish oil supplements on a AM and PM basis.

Nature Made is a reputable company.

Jim "Konedog" Koenig