With omega 3 capsules, understanding the label matters more than choosing the largest number on the front of a pack. Total fish oil weight is not the same as the amount of EPA and DHA. Different products and market versions can have different directions.
What to check first
EPA and DHA occur in fish and other marine sources. Food remains the starting point, while the need for a supplement depends on your diet and circumstances. A higher dose is not automatically a better choice. A dietary supplement does not replace prescribed treatment for raised blood fats.
- Read EPA and DHA quantities per recommended daily serving, rather than per capsule alone.
- Check how many capsules make up that serving so you can compare packs correctly.
- Find the oil source, allergens and other capsule ingredients.
- Compare the warnings with your medication and do not combine supplements blindly.
Comparing the Arctic Sea product
You can compare Forever Arctic Sea as a supplement containing marine oils and omega 3 fatty acids using the current local label. The official description lists fish oil and squid oil. With a fish or mollusc allergy, this is not a product to try on your own.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you take medicines affecting blood clotting. Pregnancy, use in a child or therapeutic doses need a separate assessment. Do not transfer a dose from an old article to a new pack.
Write down the ingredients of any product you already take and compare them with the new one. Choose your country for the available local offer, then check final directions and price in the official shop.
Sources: NIH ODS Forever Living.
Common questions
Does more fish oil mean more omega 3?
Not necessarily. Check the separate EPA and DHA quantities.
Is Arctic Sea a cholesterol medicine?
No. A dietary supplement does not replace assessment and treatment of raised blood fats.
Before first use
Choose products for your dietary routine and care needs. Follow a healthcare professional’s advice for diagnosis and treatment of symptoms. Check suitability first during pregnancy and for use by children.
