Ultra Pure EPA/DHA 700 mg, 60 softgel capsules

Ultra Pure EPA/DHA 700 mg from Vitals

provides a high dose of the essential omega-3 fatty acids eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), with a balanced ratio between the two. It is perfect for those who want to enrich their daily diet with healthy omega-3 fatty acids. The fatty acids in Ultra Pure EPA/DHA 700 mg are contained in the high-quality triglyceride form, which results in their excellent absorbability. Golden Omega is a manufacturer known for the production of high purity fish oil. The TOTOX values in the individual oil batches are also very low. The bright colour of the oil indicates its exceptionally high quality. To summarise, Ultra Pure EPA/DHA 700 mg is pure, exceptionally fresh and highly absorbable.

Beneficial for the heart, brain and eyes

EPA and DHA, two omega-3 fatty acids, together have a positive effect on the heart. DHA also supports the maintenance of normal vision and healthy brain function. It is not without reason that the consumption of particularly fatty fish species, which are naturally high in EPA and DHA, has always been included in official dietary recommendations for a healthy diet. In practice, however, most people do not consume enough (oily) fish to reach the recommended daily intake of EPA and DHA. There are various reasons why these people do not reach the recommended daily intake. This can be problematic as fish is still our main source of EPA and DHA. The same official recommendations also indicate that it is better not to eat fish too often. This is because of the contaminants that fish can contain due to pollution (particularly dioxins, polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) and heavy metals such as methylmercury). However, this is not a problem with high-quality, purified fish oil supplements, which contain little or none of these contaminants. For this reason, more and more people are including a fish oil supplement in their diet every day to maximise the health benefits of these unsaturated long-chain fatty acids.

Necessary EPA/DHA dose for an ideal omega-3 fatty acid balance

Omega-3 fatty acid balance refers to the amount of DHA and EPA present in the body. It is now possible to determine the omega-3 fatty acid balance. One way of doing this is by means of a finger prick blood test, which determines the omega-3 index. The omega-3 index, a reliable indicator of omega-3 fatty acid status, shows the proportion of EPA and DHA in the total fatty acid composition of the cell membranes of the erythrocytes. The content of long-chain omega-3 fatty acids in tissues and organs, including the heart, also correlates well with this omega-3 index.

There is growing evidence that an omega-3 index of at least 8% is optimal. Studies have shown that many people, especially those with a typical European diet (usually associated with excessive consumption of omega-6 fatty acids), require high doses of EPA/DHA to achieve an optimal index. With a low omega-3 index (around 4.5%, which is average in Western countries), supplementation of 2 grams of EPA/DHA usually results in the omega-3 index rising to around 8% after about three months. To maintain this index, around 700-1000 mg EPA/DHA per day is probably sufficient, although this depends on dietary habits.

Fish oil from Golden Omega

is part of the Ultra Pure EPA/DHA 700 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 significant 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 bright 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 an excellent 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 great 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 a triglyceride and ethyl ester

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). There are also supplements in the re-esterified triglyceride form (e.g. Ultra Pure EPA/DHA 700 mg from Vitals). 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. During the production of the fish oil for Golden Omega Ultra Pure EPA/DHA 1000 mg, the EPA/DHA fatty acids are reattached to a glycerol chain (re-esterified). This creates 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 more favourable. 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).

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.