Omega-3 Fish Oil Capsules

ESN Omega-3 Capsules at a glance

ESN Omega-3 Capsules are a food supplement in softgel form containing the omega-3 fatty acids eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) from fish oil. The high-dose formula provides 1200 mg EPA and 900 mg DHA per daily serving (3 capsules). The 300-capsule pack provides 100 servings, the 60-capsule pack 20 servings.⁴ EPA and DHA contribute to the normal function of the heart, and DHA also contributes to the maintenance of normal brain function and normal vision.¹˒²

What makes high-dose omega-3 capsules

Omega-3 supplements are considered high-dose primarily based on their EPA and DHA content per serving, not the total amount of fish oil per capsule. ESN Omega-3 Capsules provide 1200 mg EPA and 900 mg DHA per serving.⁴ When comparing omega-3 supplements, it is therefore worth looking at EPA and DHA per serving.

How to take ESN Omega-3 Capsules

Recommended daily intake

The recommended daily intake of ESN Omega-3 Capsules is 3 capsules, swallowed whole with sufficient liquid. Do not exceed the recommended daily intake.

Best time to take omega-3 capsules

There is no set time for taking ESN Omega-3 Capsules. They can be flexibly integrated into your daily routine, regardless of the time of day.

With or without a meal

Omega-3 fatty acids are fat-soluble, which is why ESN Omega-3 Capsules should preferably be taken before a meal containing fat.

Duration of use and intake interval

There is no time limit on the use of ESN Omega-3 Capsules. They can be taken daily and on a long-term basis.

Storing omega-3 capsules

ESN Omega-3 Capsules should be stored in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight.

Who ESN Omega-3 Capsules are suitable for

Omega-3 for adults in everyday life

ESN Omega-3 Capsules are suitable for all adults who want to supplement their omega-3 intake in everyday life. ESN Omega-3 can be taken independently of physical activity and fits into any existing routine.

Omega-3 for athletes

ESN Omega-3 Capsules are also suitable for people doing strength and endurance sports, regardless of gender or training level. ESN Omega-3 Capsules supplement your daily omega-3 intake as part of a balanced diet.

Omega-3 for people who eat little fish

ESN Omega-3 Capsules are suitable for people who don't like fish or rarely eat it but still want to supplement their omega-3 intake. The EPA and DHA in ESN Omega-3 Capsules come from fish oil, and the capsules have no typical fishy aftertaste. One serving (3 capsules) provides 1200 mg EPA and 900 mg DHA.⁴

Vegan status and tolerance

ESN Omega-3 Capsules are not vegan. They consist of fish oil and a capsule shell made of gelatine (beef), humectant (glycerol) and water. As a plant-based alternative, ESN offers Vegan Omega-3 from algae oil, with 216 mg EPA and 432 mg DHA per serving of 2 capsules.⁶

Omega-3 Capsules or Vegan Omega-3?

The difference in brief: fish oil vs. algae oil

ESN Omega-3 Capsules

• Source: Fish oil
• EPA per serving⁴: 1200 mg
• DHA per serving⁴: 900 mg
• Capsules per serving⁴: 3
• Pack size: 300 capsules (100 servings) / 60 capsules (20 servings)
• Capsule shell: Gelatine (beef), glycerol, water
• Vegan: No

ESN Vegan Omega-3

• Source: Algae oil (Schizochytrium sp., from marine algae cultivation)
• EPA per serving⁶: 216 mg
• DHA per serving⁶: 432 mg
• Capsules per serving⁶: 2
• Pack size: 120 capsules (60 servings)
• Capsule shell: Modified starch
• Vegan: Yes

Omega-3 capsules without gelatine

Gelatine-free omega-3 supplements usually have plant-based capsule shells and often contain omega-3 fatty acids from algae oil instead of fish oil. A gelatine-free alternative from the ESN range is Vegan Omega-3 from algae oil, whose capsule shell is made of modified starch.

Fish oil quality: purity and lab testing of ESN Omega-3 Capsules

Testing for heavy metals and batch analysis

ESN Omega-3 Capsules are regularly tested by external laboratories for microbiology, heavy metals, contaminants and product-specific parameters.⁵

Manufacturing standards and certification

ESN Omega-3 Capsules are manufactured in a facility certified to Food Safety System Certification 22000 (FSSC 22000). FSSC 22000 is a certification scheme for food safety management systems based on the international standard ISO 22000. The standard sets out requirements for food safety management in manufacturing.

Taste

ESN Omega-3 Capsules have no typical fishy aftertaste. If you want to reduce the taste even further, you can store the capsules in the fridge.

What are omega-3 fatty acids?

Omega-3 fatty acids are polyunsaturated fatty acids that the body cannot produce in sufficient quantities itself and which must therefore be obtained through the diet. The best-known omega-3 fatty acids include eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and alpha-linolenic acid (ALA).

EPA and DHA: the two marine omega-3 fatty acids

Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) are long-chain omega-3 fatty acids found mainly in marine sources such as fish oil. Both fatty acids are often used together in food supplements and are referred to in scientific contexts both by their full names and by the abbreviations EPA and DHA.

How ALA, EPA and DHA differ

Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) differ in their origin:

• ALA is a plant-based omega-3 fatty acid found mainly in plant oils such as linseed oil, rapeseed oil and walnut oil.
• EPA and DHA are marine omega-3 fatty acids found mainly in fish oil and algae oil.
• The body can only convert ALA into EPA and DHA to a limited extent.

What makes fish oil a source of omega-3

Fish oil is a marine source of the omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA. It is obtained from oily fish such as salmon, mackerel and herring and used in concentrated form in food supplements such as ESN Omega-3 Capsules.

The role of omega-3 fatty acids in the body

Omega-3 and heart function

Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) contribute to the normal function of the heart, the maintenance of normal blood pressure and the maintenance of normal blood triglyceride levels.¹

Omega-3 and brain function

Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) contributes to the maintenance of normal brain function.²

Omega-3 and vision

Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) contributes to the maintenance of normal vision.²

Combining omega-3 capsules with other supplements

Omega-3 and vitamin D3 with vitamin K2

Omega-3 can be combined with vitamins D3 and K2, for example with the ESN Vitamin D3 & K2 Depot. Both supplements cover different nutrient areas. As omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D3 and vitamin K2 are fat-soluble, they are often taken together.

Products that already contain omega-3

When combining with other food supplements, always check their ingredients to avoid a double intake. This applies, for example, to ESN Essentials with omega-3, vitamin D3 and K2.

What to look for when buying omega-3 capsules

EPA and DHA content instead of total fish oil

When buying omega-3 capsules, the EPA and DHA content per serving is the key criterion, not the total amount of fish oil per capsule. ESN Omega-3 Capsules provide 1200 mg EPA and 900 mg DHA per serving.⁴

Verifiable purity and lab testing

Another purchase criterion for omega-3 capsules is verifiable laboratory testing of the ingredients. You can find details on the purity and lab testing of ESN Omega-3 Capsules in the "Fish oil quality" section above.