NOW Ultra Omega 3 Review

Ultra Omega-3 Fish Oil (Bovine Gelatin) Softgels is listed under the Heart and Brain Health heading and carries a 4.8 star average from 488 ratings on the NOW Foods website. The product is shown in amber, with an odor controlled, enteric coated softgel. Each softgel provides 500 mg EPA and 250 mg DHA from a fish oil concentrate that is molecularly distilled. The page says people who experience nausea or reflux from other fish oils should find this enteric coated, odor controlled softgel easier to tolerate. The suggested use is to take 1 softgel 1 to 2 times daily with food. Store in a cool, dry place after opening. The softgel capsule uses bovine gelatin that is BSE-free, with glycerin and an enteric coating of ethyl cellulose, sodium alginate, ammonium hydroxide, medium-chain triglycerides, oleic acid and stearic acid, plus mixed tocopherols from sunflower. The page states the product contains fish (anchovies) and is not manufactured with yeast, wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, shellfish, tree nut or sesame ingredients, though it is made in a GMP facility that processes other allergens. The page lists certifications and badges including GOED, Halal, Intertek GMP Supplement Certification, Keto-Friendly and Non-GMO, along with labels for made without dairy, eggs, soy or nuts, and gluten free. It is sold in 90 softgel and 180 softgel sizes. The 90 softgel bottle is priced at $27.99 and the 180 softgel bottle at $52.99. The page notes that the fish oil is a product of Peru and that the product is packaged and quality tested in the USA. The company describes itself as family and employee owned and says the bottle is made from 100 percent post-consumer recycled resin. The page includes a note from the FDA that research shows consumption of EPA and DHA omega-3 fatty acids may reduce the risk of coronary heart disease, described as supportive but not conclusive. The page also says statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and that the product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. The product is for adults only, and the caution advises consulting a physician if pregnant or nursing, taking medication, or having a medical condition. The page also says natural color variation may occur. It is listed under the Omega Fatty Acids category and includes a video on omega-3 fatty acids featuring Dawn Jackson Blatner.