Did you know that depression is projected to be the 2nd most common disease by 2020? Are you surprised that Americans have the lowest intake of omega-3 essential fatty acids of any developed country? Not good! With a global deficiency of omega-3 fatty acids research shows mental health may be improved with adequate intake of omega-3. Antidepressant drugs are known to have side effects so health care professionals are looking for safer alternative therapies and omega-3 containing EPA and DHA along with D3 appears to be a smart choice to support mental health. Omega-3 is very safe to take and has been shown to also support heart health, proper metabolism of dietary fat and cholesterol, joint health, immunity, hair-skin, pre-natal and infant health, digestive health, and increasing performance, endurance and recovery.
It is important to get an adequate intake of omega-3 fatty acids. Nutritional experts recommend a minimum of 500mg of EPA and DHA daily. Please be aware that the label may say 1000 mg Omega-3 but that is the weight of the capsule. Read the label to determine the EPA/DHA potency. 1000mg of EPA/DHA daily provides good support. 3000mg daily is considered a therapeutic dose but keep in mind that 5000mg daily is recommended by the European Food Safety Authority which is our equivalent of the FDA.
To get 1000mg of EPA/DHA you can find this in two capsules of Nordic Naturals Ultimate Omega. It takes 2/3 of a can of sardines, 14 krill capsules, 57 flax oil capsules or a 10oz bag of flax meal or chia seeds to get 1000mg of EPA/DHA! When choosing fish for omega-3 please choose deep ocean fish, not farm raised fish. Be cautious eating fresh fish from the Pacific ocean due to radiation levels.
We recommend Nordic Naturals because it is absorbed 45% better than other brands that use an ethyl ester form of omega-3 fatty acids. Please ask for further information.
