"Omega-3 Fatty Acids. these fatty acids are the handymen of your arterial system, becasue they can do a whoe lot of fixing up. they reduce triglyceride levels in your blood (triglycerides are a big cause of plaque buildup), and they help reduce th risk of arrhythmia after a heart attack. In addition, they decrease blood pressure and also make platelets less sticky, to reduce clotting."
Dr. Mehmet Oz, YOU: Staying Young, page 64.
General Nutrient Support
Given the popularity of fat free and low fat foods in today's marketplace, the typical American diet is often deficient in the "good" fats the "essential" fats. Omega-3 essential fatty acids derived from fish are known to influence human health, and are essential for growth and development throughout all stages of human life.
Strong science has contributed to healthy gains for the fish oil marketplace as the benefits of Omega-3 fatty acids, maintaining a healthy heart and healthy triglyceride levels, attract more attention in the medical community. In fact, the federal government is in the process of reviewing a health claim that may further expand the fish oil supplement market as a functional food.
There is accumulating evidence to demonstrate the importance of Omega-3 fatty acids and their role as an important nutrient in maintaining a well-balanced diet and an influence in human health.
Fish oil provides Essential Fatty Acids (EFAs): nutri ents we must get from our diet. Omega-3 is a maintenance formula designed to provide healthy levels of the important Omega-3 fatty acids, EPA and DHA.
Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) is essential for a healthy heart and body.
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) is essential for healthy mood, mind and memory.
Contains 60 Soft Gel Tablets - 1000 mg Purified Fish Oil
Suggested Use
Two soft gels daily, with food or as directed by your health care professional or pharmacy. Each 2-capsule serving supplies:
- 330 mg EPA
- 220 mg DHA
- 140 mg other Omega-3s
- 5 I.U. Vitamin E
Ingredients
- purified deep sea fish oil (from anchovies and sardines)
- soft gel capsule (gelatin, water, glycerin, natural lemon oil)
- natural lemon oil
- d-alpha tocopherol
- rosemary extract
All Nordic Naturals products are doctor recommended, pharmaceutical grade, molecularly distilled, and third party tested to document the absence of all environmental pollutants (No PCBs, dioxins, pesticides or heavy metals). Our featured products are flavored using our patented processing with natural lemon and strawberry essence!
WARNING!
Consult with your physician before using this product.
If you are pregnant, diabetic, allergic to iodine, using blood thinners, or anticipate surgery.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat or cure or prevent any disease.