Description
Omega Supplement
Molecularly Distilled, High-Concentration, Triglyceride Omega-3 Fish oil
More absorption with Truglyceride for superior bioavailability
Orthomega™ 820 is an encapsulated fish oil sourced from the waters off the Chilean coast. Orthomega provides 820 mg of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) per soft gel as natural triglycerides.
Features
- Source of omega-3 fatty acids for the maintenance of good health
- Helps maintain/support cardiovascular health
- Helps support cognitive health and/or brain function
- NPN 80068806
Omega-3 fatty acids are essential cornerstones of human nutrition. They are deemed "essential" because we need them for proper health but cannot produce them on our own. We must consume these fats through diet or supplementation. Omega-3 fatty acids are required for a number of body functions, from normal growth to brain development. These long-chain fatty acids are integral components of tissues throughout the body, including the heart, skin, eyes and brain. In nature, omega-3 fatty acids occur as alpha linolenic acid (ALA), found mostly in plants, and as long-chain EPA and DHA, which primarily originate from cold-water fish. The body is able to slowly convert the shorter-chain ALA to the more active, long-chain EPA and DHA. The slowness of the conversion is due to delta-5 and delta-6 desaturase enzyme activity, which limits the production of EPA and DHA.
In addition, major changes in modern diet over the last century have led to a decrease in the general consumption of omega-3 fatty acids. Since omega-3 fatty acids are known to benefit cardiovascular health and support brain function and cognition, achieving the proper balance of omega-3s has become and important health strategy, requiring supplementation for most people. The American Heart Association recommend that those concerned about blood lipids take up to 4 g of omega-3 fatty acids per day.
Medicinal Ingredient
Serving Size: 1 Softgel Capsule
Amount Per Serving
Calories … 15
Total fat … 1.5g*
Cholesterol … <5mg
Total Omega-3s … 950mg**
(as Triglycerides)
EPA … 430mg**
(Eicosapentaenoic Acid)
DHA … 390mg**
(Docosahexaenoic Acid)
Omega-3s … 130mg**
(additional)
DPA … 50mg**
(Docosapentaenoic Acid)
Other Ingredients
Highly Refined and Concentrated Omega-3 Fish Oil (anchovy), Capsule Shell (gelatin, glycerin, purified water), Natural Lemon/Lime Flavor, and a Proprietary Antioxidant Blend (consisting of natural tocopherols, rosemary extract, and ascorbyl palmitate).
Recommended Dose
Adults and adolescents 9 years+: Take 1 capsule 1 time per day.
Benefits
Fish Oil Delivery - Triglycerides vs. Ethyl Esters
While the amount of EPA, DHA and DPA provided in a fish oil product is important for efficacy, the type of fish oil delivered is another significant factor in defining fish oil effectiveness. While ethyl esters allow for higher concentrations of EPA, DHA and DPA, their unusual structure is resistant to the digestive enzymes (lipases) that enable fat breakdown. In a study comparing EPA and DHA digestion in both forms, five common digestive lipase enzymes were shown to more readily digest fish oil in the triglyceride as compared to the ethyl ester substrate when there is a low enzyme to substrate ratio and therefore a low rate of hydrolysis. A recent study, conducted by fish oil research pioneer Dr. Jorn Dyerberg, demonstrated that omega-3s in the re-esterified triglyceride form are more efficiently digested and therefore 70% more absorbable than omega-3s in the ethyl ester form.
Omega-3 Depletion
An accumulating body of research shows that the typical modern diet does not provide a sufficient amount of omega-3s for optimal health. Additionally, insufficient conversion of ALA to the active EPA,DHA and DPA may reduce the amount available for use in organs and tissues.
CardiovascularOmega-3 fatty acids have long been known to benefit cardiovascular health. The well-known GISSI-Prevenzione trial found that just 1 g a day of n-3 PUFAs (polyunsaturated fatty acids), the main component in fish oil, had a significant impact on cardiovascular health after three to four months of consumption. EPA and DHA have been shown to modulate levels of fat in the blood.
Additional Benefits of Omega-3 Fatty Acids
In addition to their well-known cardiovascular benefits, EPA and DHA play a central role in eyes, nerves and brain development in children up to 12 years of age. In a recent British study, omega-3 blood levels were shown to be directly related to supporting cognition, and brain function among healthy children with below-average reading ability.
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* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
The product information on this website may not be 100% accurate. Please ensure to check the product packaging information before consumption, especially if you have allergies or other health conditions.
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