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Krill Oil (Omega-3)

Omega-3 fatty acids reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke and support cognitive health and brain function. This great product delivers 230 mg of potent Omega-3 fatty acids, EPA and DHA, in a convenient softgel form.

$33.00 60softgel capsules/bottle
NPN 80006416

Long chain polyunsaturated Omega-3 fatty acids are essential for optimal nutrition and overall wellness. They reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke and are an important factor in cognitive health and brain function. Since our body is unable to produce Omega-3 on its own, they must be obtained through our diet.

Krill Oil is a rich source of Omega-3, as well as a naturally occurring antioxidant, astaxanthin. Similar to fish oil, Krill Oil contains a high amount of Omega-3 long chain polyunsaturated fatty acids, EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid) and DHA (Docosahexanoic Acid). EPA and DHA have been found to also improve cognitive performance in healthy subjects and to lower the risk of dementia.

Krill Oil a unique Omega-3 fatty acid source, compared to fish oils or flaxseed. Most of the EPA and DHA in Krill Oil exists in the phospholipid form instead of the triglyceride form as those in fish oil. This unique physical characteristic makes krill oil more readily absorbed, and therefore more available to your body. Though linolenic acid from flaxseed oil belongs to the omega-3 family, only a very limited portion (less than 5%) can be converted into EPA/ DHA in humans. Therefore, the Omega-3 in krill oil is more efficiently utilized by the human body.

Importantly, Krill Oil is a sustainable source of Omega-3. Krill is a highly renewable resource, with the annual catch being restrictively controlled by international treaty. Naturally Nova Scotia’s Krill Oil is harvested from the pure and unpolluted Antarctic Ocean and is therefore free of the contamination that comes with most other sources of Omega-3.

Naturally Nova Scotia’s Krill Oil provides 230 mg of potent Omega-3 fatty acids in a safe and effective form. Also, due to fast absorption, the EPA/DHA contained as phospholipids eliminates the “fishy burps” associated with regular fish oils.

Krill Oil is also very useful in blood lipid management. In a clinical study, human subjects were given 1 gram krill oil/day (1.5 gram krill oil/day for obese individuals). After 12 weeks, total cholesterol, low density lipoprotein (LDL, or “bad cholesterol”) and triglyceride (TG) were significantly lower than those at the beginning of the clinical study, whereas high density lipoprotein (HDL, or “good cholesterol”) was significantly higher. Another three months of 0.5 gram of ingesting krill oil daily successfully maintained the blood lipid profile. On the other hand, up to 3 grams of fish oil per day only led to a slight change in the blood lipid profile, suggesting the krill oil is more efficient than fish oil in blood lipid management.

As a source of protection against arthritis, Krill has also been found quite effective. Just 300mg krill oil per day for seven days reduced C-reactive protein (CRP, an indicator of inflammation in arthritis) by 19.3% compared to a 15.7% increase with a placebo. CRP was further dropped about 30% after 14 and 30 days in the group being given krill oil; arthritis pain was reduced by 28.9% and stiffness was reduced by 20.3%. These findings demonstrate the benefits of krill oil for alleviating chronic inflammatory arthritic symptoms.

In addition, Krill oil is superior to fish oil in treatment for those suffering from PMS and dysmenorrhea, and Krill oil contains astaxanthin, a natural antioxidant. Astaxanthin helps prevent the retina from oxidative damage and could potentially be beneficial in the treatment of age-related macular degeneration (ARMD).

Key benefits at a glance:

A pure source of long chain polyunsaturated omega-3 fatty acid, EPA and DHA, which is essential for human health
1000mg of krill oil contains 230mg of omega-3 fatty acids, including 115mg EPA and 65mg DHA
EPA and DHA from krill are in phospholipid form which is easily absorbed
No artificial flavours or synthetic preservatives
Naturally contains high levels of astaxanthin, a powerful carotenoid antioxidant

Supplement Facts

Active ingredient per dose

Non-medicinal ingredients : Gelatin (Softgel capsule shell)

Dosage and Use

Children (4+), Adolescents and Adults take 2 softgels once daily.

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