The five criteria
- Real amount: milligrams of EPA and DHA per serving.
- Origin: the species the oil comes from.
- Freshness: how the oil is protected from oxidation.
- Format: how many softgels you need and how easy they are to take.
- Transparency: a label that declares everything.
Real amount: EPA + DHA per serving
Look at the milligrams of EPA and DHA in the daily dose, not the milligrams of oil or the size of the softgel. A useful trick for comparing prices: work out how much 100 mg of EPA + DHA costs you.
| Our omega-3 | Figure |
|---|---|
| EPA + DHA per day | 900 mg |
| Price per day | €0.73 |
| Cost per 100 mg of EPA + DHA | €0.08 |
Origin: the species matters
Small fish, such as anchovy or sardines, feed at the base of the food chain and live for a short time. That is why they accumulate far fewer heavy metals than large predatory species.
- Plankton
- NG AdvancedAnchovy
- Tuna and swordfish
Heavy metal accumulation →
An oil from a single species, with a declared origin, is also a guarantee of traceability. We tell you about ours in Cantabrian anchovy omega-3.
Freshness and protection against oxidation
Omega-3s are delicate fats: oxygen, light and heat alter them over time. A good omega-3 is protected with antioxidants, and the most widely used is vitamin E.
Vitamin E contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress.
The 3 daily softgels of our omega-3 provide 40 mg of natural vitamin E (333% NRV).
At home, keep it tightly closed in a cool, dry place, away from heat and direct light.
Format and convenience
The best formula is the one you take every day. Look for a clear daily dose, a reasonable number of softgels and an oil that is gentle on the palate. Taking it with a meal is the ideal way to enjoy it.
Transparency: the label checklist
| What to check | Our omega-3 |
|---|---|
| EPA and DHA listed separately | 540 mg + 360 mg |
| Source species | Cantabrian anchovy |
| Antioxidant | Natural vitamin E, 40 mg |
| Daily dose | 3 softgels |
| Servings per bottle | 30 |
Frequently asked questions
What matters more, the oil or the EPA and DHA?
The EPA and DHA. They are the omega-3s that count and the ones named in the authorised claims.
Why does the fish species matter?
Because small fish from the base of the food chain, such as anchovy, accumulate far fewer heavy metals than large species.
What is vitamin E for in an omega-3?
It helps protect the oil from oxidation and also contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress.
How should I store omega-3?
With the bottle tightly closed, in a cool, dry place, away from heat and direct light.