Brain Fuel*

Basic nutrition science has demonstrated that Omega-3s are essential nutrients for human health. Health benefits that Omega-3 supports include balanced triglyceride (blood fat) levels, healthy heart and circulatory system, healthy joints, and bones, overall brain health for adults, brain development in children and teens, natural visual function, and healthy mood. The two main Omega-3 fatty acids are EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid).

The American Heart Association recommends 500 mg per day for a person with no history of heart disease. The American Heart Association recommends 1,000 mg per day for a person with a history of heart disease, and 2,000 mg – 4,000 mg of Omega-3 per day for a person with high triglycerides. All OceanBlue products adhere to the recommendations from health authorities like the American Heart Association.

Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) is a polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA) obtained primarily from fish oil or from cold water fish species, such as herring, sardines, or mackerel. It can also be found in shellfish, seaweed, and certain microalgae. Studies have shown that EPA, and also DHA, help to support a balanced, stable mood. Studies also indicate that EPA is important for cardiovascular health by helping to maintain normal triglyceride levels, and promoting a healthy vascular system.* EPA helps to maintain balance in immune system function and, along with DHA, is vitally important for proper brain development in newborns and young children.

Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) is a polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA) found in cold water fish, shellfish, and microalgae. Approximately 40% of the polyunsaturated fatty acids in the brain and 60% in the eye’s retina are DHA. DHA is critically important for proper brain development in newborns and young children and is important for healthy cognitive and neurological function at any age.* DHA has been shown to support the natural function of several physiological systems, including cardiovascular, cognitive, immune, and skeletal.*

Our primary source of Omega-3s comes from freshly caught anchovies and sardines from the coastal waters of Peru. We source only from FOS-accredited fisheries.

Our testing methodologies ensure freshness and removal of impurities including heavy metals like mercury. Our fish oil is refined, concentrated, and distilled 27 times, in state-of-the-art facilities in Europe. During this process, we remove unhealthy fats, impurities, and by-products to create high-purity, concentrated omega-3 products.