Ultra Pure EPA/DHA 1000 mg, 60 softgel capsules

High dose of the important omega-3 fatty acids eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)

Particularly suitable for people who want to optimise their omega-3 fatty acid balance or achieve certain health effects. The fatty acids in Ultra Pure EPA/DHA 1000 mg are contained in a high-quality triglyceride form, which explains their excellent absorbability. Golden Omega is known for producing high purity fish oil. The total oxidation values (TOTOX) in each batch of oil are also very low. The oil itself is very light in colour, which is an indicator of its exceptionally high quality. To summarise, Ultra Pure EPA/DHA 1000 mg has a high dosage, purity and exceptional freshness and is very well absorbed by the body.

A high-dose fish oil supplement such as Ultra Pure EPA/DHA 1000 mg offers the advantage that the health effects that only occur with higher doses of EPA and DHA can easily be achieved by taking just 2 to 3 softgel capsules per day. Studies have shown that EPA and DHA contribute to the maintenance of healthy blood lipid levels at a daily dosage of 2 g (2 softgel capsules). The blood contains different fats (so-called triglycerides), which come from food on the one hand and are synthesised by the liver on the other. EPA and DHA also have a positive influence on blood lipid composition. EPA and DHA can also be helpful for blood pressure problems if 3 grams (3 softgel capsules) are taken daily. Ultra Pure EPA/DHA 1000 mg is an excellent addition to the diet of people who want to improve their blood pressure and maintain healthy blood lipid levels.

Fish oil from Golden Omega

is an ingredient in Ultra Pure EPA/DHA 1000 mg. The company is located in the far north of Chile in a state-of-the-art factory. The building is very strategically located, right next to the waters where the fish are caught for fish oil production. A major advantage of this is that the fish can be processed quickly after being caught and therefore remains very fresh. To minimise the impact on the environment, Golden Omega works exclusively with certified fishermen.

Golden Omega focuses on purity and quality in the production of its fish oil. The use of a patented purification process to remove impurities from the fish and an equally patented concentration process ensures that Golden Omega offers a product of the highest quality. This is reflected in the very light colour of the fish oils, but above all in the extremely low TOTOX values of their oils (the average value of which is less than 5). The TOTOX value ("TOTal OXidation value") serves as an indicator of the freshness or rancidity of an oil. Fish oil is particularly susceptible to oxidation because it contains many sensitive unsaturated fatty acids. Fatty acids suffer oxidative damage when they come into contact with oxygen; this can be exacerbated by heating (such as when frying fish). As rancid oils are considered unhealthy, a low TOTOX value is important. In addition to purity, it is also a good indicator of the quality of a fish oil preparation. In addition, a low TOTOX value reduces the likelihood of fishy burping. And that is a big advantage for many people.

Golden Omega holds several quality and sustainability certificates that prove the high standard of its fish oils. These include IFOS (seal of approval for the quality, freshness, purity and stability of fish oil), Friend of the Sea (seal of approval for sustainable fishing and protection of the natural ecosystem), Dolphin Safe (seal of approval for sustainable fishing and dolphin protection) and Green-e (seal of approval for green energy).

The difference between fish oil as triglycerides and ethyl esters

There are different types of fish oil supplements on the market. There are food supplements with omega-3 fatty acids in the natural triglyceride form (such as liquid fish oil, e.g. Liquid EPA/DHA 1200 mg) and in the re-esterified triglyceride form (e.g. Ultra Pure EPA/DHA 1000 mg from Vitals). In addition, products containing EPA and DHA in the ethyl ester form are also available.
Food and fish oil contain fats in the form of triglycerides. They are made up of three fatty acid molecules bound to a single glycerol molecule (see Figure 1). Unprocessed fish oil contains two other fatty acids in addition to EPA or DHA. In this way, the natural EPA/DHA content in fish oil is a maximum of 30 %. Because the space in a softgel capsule is limited, higher concentrations of up to 80-90 % are desirable in fish oil preparations in such capsules. During the manufacturing process, the fatty acid chains are separated from the glycerol and the EPA/DHA fatty acids are isolated by extraction. Because these free fatty acids are very unstable, they are then bound separately to an ethanol molecule. These compounds are called ethyl esters. This method is used in many food supplements containing fish oil. In the production of the fish oil for Golden Omega Ultra Pure EPA/DHA 1000 mg, the EPA/DHA fatty acids are reattached (re-esterified) to a glycerol chain, creating a triglyceride (also called rTG, which means "re-esterified triglyceride"). In this way it is similar to the structure of natural fatty acids, but with three EPA/DHA side chains instead of just one.

EPA/DHA as triglycerides, which are more easily absorbed than ethyl esters In the body, fats (triglycerides) are broken down into monoglycerides and free fatty acids so that they can be absorbed by the intestinal cells. They are then recombined to form triglycerides. Fatty acids are absorbed as triglycerides via the lymphatic system and enter the bloodstream. Ethyl esters have the disadvantage that they require another enzyme to break them down into free fatty acids. In order for the fat-splitting enzymes to do their job properly, they also need triglycerides from food. Several studies have shown that the absorption of omega-3 fatty acids in the form of triglycerides is better. If the omega-3 supplement is consumed with a low-fat meal (such as an average breakfast or lunch), this difference is even more pronounced. The absorption of omega-3 fatty acids in triglyceride form is also more effective with a high-fat meal than with a low-fat meal or on an empty stomach.

Authorised health claims:

• With a daily dose of 250 mg EPA/DHA (equivalent to 1 softgel capsule), these substances support the normal function of the heart.
• DHA supports the maintenance of healthy brain function and good vision, at a daily dose of 250 mg DHA (1 softgel capsule daily)
• At a daily dose of 2 grams of EPA/DHA (equivalent to 2 softgel capsules), these substances contribute to the maintenance of healthy blood lipid levels.
• A daily intake of 3 grams of EPA/DHA (three softgel capsules) contributes to the maintenance of normal blood pressure.

Valuable ingredients

* No reference quantity according to LMIV specified

Ingredients

Fish oil triglyceride concentrate, fish gelatine(softgel capsule), humectant (glycerol), purified water, antioxidant (extracts containing strong tocopherols).

Recommended intake

Take 1-2 softgel capsules per day with water with a fat-containing meal. Do not exceed the recommended daily intake.

Caution

The additional daily intake of EPA and DHA together should not exceed 5 grams. Only use doses of more than 1000 mg EPA/DHA in consultation with a doctor if you suffer or have suffered from atrial fibrillation.

Storage instructions

Store in a cool, dry place away from light (not in the refrigerator).

Legal information

The recommended daily intake must not be exceeded. Food supplements are no substitute for a balanced and varied diet and a healthy lifestyle. Store out of the reach of small children.