Now Foods, Omega-3 Mini Gels, 180 Softgels

Now Foods Omega-3 Mini Gels – fish oil in small softgels

Now Foods Omega-3 Mini Gels is a food supplement with fish oil concentrate in small softgels, designed for those who find regular-sized fish oil capsules too large. One serving, or two softgels, contains 1 g of natural fish oil concentrate providing 360 mg of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and 240 mg of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). In total, one serving therefore provides 600 mg of the omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA. The fish oil is obtained from anchovies and sardines and is molecularly distilled. The container holds 180 softgels, or 90 servings, so at the recommended use it lasts 30–90 days. The product is packaged and quality tested in the United States by NOW Foods, a family-owned company that has been producing food supplements since 1968.

EPA and DHA

EPA and DHA are long-chain omega-3 fatty acids found mainly in oily fish such as salmon, herring, mackerel, sardines and anchovies. If fish is rarely on the menu, the intake of these fatty acids from food may remain modest. Now Foods Omega-3 Mini Gels provides 600 mg of EPA and DHA in two softgels, and 1080 mg of EPA and 720 mg of DHA in the recommended daily dose of six softgels.

• EPA and DHA contribute to the normal function of the heart.

The beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 250 mg of EPA and DHA. Just one serving (2 softgels) provides more than this amount.

How to use?

Take 2 softgels 1 to 3 times a day with food and swallow them with a glass of water. The daily dose is therefore 2–6 softgels, and the recommended daily dose of six softgels should not be exceeded. Taking the softgels with a meal is convenient and helps you remember them, for example at breakfast or dinner. If you use other food supplements containing fish oil or omega-3 fatty acids at the same time, take their amounts into account too. After opening, keep the container in a cool, dry place.

Key features

• 600 mg EPA and DHA per serving – 360 mg EPA and 240 mg DHA in two softgels.
• Small softgels – the serving is divided into two small capsules that are easy to swallow.
• Molecularly distilled fish oil – natural fish oil concentrate from anchovies and sardines.
• Tested quality – according to NOW Foods, the fish oil is tested for contaminants such as PCBs, dioxins, mercury and other heavy metals.
• Flexible dosing – 2 softgels 1 to 3 times a day with food, 180 softgels per container.
• Certifications – according to NOW Foods, non-GMO, halal and kosher, with the GOED seal.

Who is it for?

Now Foods Omega-3 Mini Gels is suitable for adults who want to supplement their everyday diet with the omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA, especially those who rarely eat oily fish. The small softgels are a good choice for anyone who finds large fish oil capsules uncomfortable. According to NOW Foods, the product is made without gluten, milk, egg or corn and also fits a ketogenic diet. As the capsule shell is made of bovine gelatin, the product is not suitable for vegetarians or vegans. The product is intended for adults only. Consult a physician before use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking medication or have a medical condition.

Ingredients and quality

The softgel shell consists of BSE-free bovine gelatin, glycerol and water. D-alpha tocopherol from sunflower is added to the fish oil. The fish oil comes from Peru and Morocco, and the product is packaged and quality tested in the United States. NOW Foods makes its products in GMP-certified production. The product contains fish (anchovies, sardines). It is not made with yeast, wheat, gluten, soy, corn, milk, egg, shellfish or sesame ingredients, but the production facility also processes ingredients containing these allergens. Natural colour variation may occur in this product. Store in a cool, dry place after opening. Country of origin: United States of America. Brand: Now Foods.