EPA and other EFA Supplements

    NSI Mega EFA is one of the least expensive high quality molecularly distilled omega 3 EPA fish oils capsules available. See the EFA Supplement Section for more information.
    1 softgel provides
    Total Fat 1 g 2%
    -- Saturated Fat 0 g 0%
    -- Polyunsaturated Fat 1 g
    -- Monounsaturated Fat <0.5 g
    Purified Fish Oil Concentrate 1,063 mg
    Omega-3 Fatty Acids (from fish oil) 740 mg
    -- EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) 400 mg
    -- DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) 200 mg
    -- Other Omega-3s 140 mg



    Enzymatic Therapy Eskimo-3 - Molecularly distilled omega 3 EPA/DHA fish oil supplement comes in small gelcaps, unlike the uncomfortably large gelcaps most companies produce.  3 gelcaps provide: Omega3 Fatty Acids 600 mg: provides 260 mg EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and 165 mg DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) . Eskimo-3 (also known as Prevail Eskimo-3) was one of the first widely available omega 3 fish oil supplements that was molecularly distilled at a reasonable cost. Today, any good EPA supplement is molecularly distilled or otherwise screened for toxic metals. See the EFA Supplement Section for more information.



    Carlson's Fish Oil - Lemon flavored fish oil EPA/DHA supplement.   Mild taste and can be used in salad dressing.  Recommended by Dr. Mercola as the best liquid EPA supplement. Many people don't mind the taste too much since it is lemon flavored, but the fishiness is still apparent. For those who don't like the taste of fish, gelcaps such as Enzymatic Therapy Eskimo-3 or NSI Mega EFA are a better choice. See the EFA Supplement Section for more information.
    Formula: 1 tsp provides :
    1300mg EPA/DHA and 14 mg antioxidant blend.


    Coromega Omega-3 Fish Oil is an excellent product. It is packets (90 to a box) of a high potency omega 3 oil and are either orange or chocolate-orange flavored, sweetened with stevia, and suitable for kids or adults who do not like to take capsules or find the taste of other liquid fish oils objectionable. They are strongly flavored of orange or orange-chocolate, but delicious compared to most liquid fish oils, even flavored ones.
    1 packet contains:
    Total Fat 2 g 3%
    Saturated Fat 0.5 g
    Cholesterol 8 mg 3%
    Vitamin C 25 mg 42%
    Vitamin E 31 IU 10%
    Long Chain Omega-3 Fatty Acids 580-650 mg
    EPA 290-350 mg
    DHA 190-230 mg
    Stevia Leaf Extract 10 mg




    Carlson's is the most popular brand or fish oil products and their line includes Carlson's Cod Liver Oil. Cod liver oil is similar to EPA fish oil in that it does supply EPA and DHA omega 3 oils, but it does not contain as much as the average EPA fish oil, which is typically salmon, mackerel, or other EPA-rich fish. Unlike these oils, cod liver oil contains vitamins A and D. Carlson's cod liver oil limits the amount of vitamins A and D in their product so even taking it at the full serving size of 5 gelcaps per day, it does not provide too much. Even though it is in gelcap form, it is still lemon flavored to help prevent fishy burps. See the EFA Supplement Section for more information.
    5 softgels provide:
    750IU vitamin A (15% RDA)
    400IU vitamin D (100%)
    10IU vitamin E (33%)
    1150mg total omega-3 fatty acids including
    425mg EPA
    500mg DHA

    Jarrow Formulas Omega Balance - The only widely available reasonably priced EFA supplement with a decent ratio of DHA/EPA to GLA (11:1).  Still less than the ideal 20:1 to 40:1 ratio, but a lot better than the usual omega GLA EPA supplements which are in the range of 1:1 to 2:1, including way too much GLA compared to EPA for long term use.  Omega Balance fish oil is now molecularly distilled to exclude heavy metals, as all EPA fish oil supplements should be. See the EFA Supplement Section for more information.
    Formula: Sardine Oil (80% Omega-3) 400 mg ** 
    DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid) 200 mg ** 
    EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid) 80 mg ** 
    Stearidonic Acid 40 mg ** 
    GLA (derived from Borage Oil) 25 mg ** 
    CLA (Conjugate Linoleic Acid) 100 mg ** 
    **Daily Value not established. 



    Health From The Sun Flax Oil Lignan Gold is one of the best flax oils products (Barlean's is as highly regarded). Both contain a large amount of lignans which are thought to be some of the helpful components in flax oils. Flax oil is a source of omega 3 oils, but unlike EPA fish oil must first be converted by the body to a useable form. Excess amounts of flax oil (3 TBS or more) can actually be harmful if there is not enough protein or other nutrients in the diet, but using 1 or 2 tablespoons per day is usually fine.
    Ingredients: 100% Certified Organic Flax seed oil and particulate with rosemary extract, mixed tocopherols (Vitamin E), ascorbyl palmitate (Vitamin C) and citric acid to protect freshness.See the EFA Supplement Section for more information.


    Source Naturals Neuromins DHA
    Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) is an omega-3 fatty acid and functions as an important component of brain tissue. DHA plays a significant role in cerebral development throughout the life cycle, especially during fetal development and infancy. Pregnant mothers transfer DHA directly to the fetus, via the placenta, to support rapid brain and retina development. During infancy, DHA is also supplied to the newborn via mother's breast milk and is important for continued cerebral development.
    Some people have lower concentrations of DHA due to low-fat or vegetarian diets, which may provide inadequate amounts of this fatty acid. Supplementation with DHA can help assure adequate amounts to support normal development of the brain and retina. See the EFA Supplement section for more information.
    1 Softgel provides
    Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)(from algal oil) 100 mg