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How many of you actually check fish oil quality before buying?
Fish oil is one of those supplements that looks simple until you flip the bottle around. Two products can both say omega-3, but one gives you a useful dose of EPA and DHA and the other is mostly branding.
A few things worth checking:
First, the actual EPA + DHA amount. A lot of bottles brag about 1,000 mg of fish oil, but the meaningful number is the combined EPA and DHA. The N1 research stack puts the common evidence-based range around 1 to 2 grams per day for most people.
Second, the form. Triglyceride-form fish oil tends to absorb better than ethyl ester. Not every label makes this obvious, which is annoying, but it matters.
Third, freshness and testing. Third-party testing for heavy metals matters, IFOS certification is a good sign, and a strong fishy smell is usually a bad one. Fresh oil should not smell like you regret opening it.
And if you do not eat much fatty fish, algae oil is a legit option too. Same goal: get enough EPA and DHA without guessing.
Not medical advice, especially if you take blood thinners. But I am curious: what is your personal filter for omega-3 supplements before you buy one?
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How many of you actually check fish oil quality before buying?
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