Neil E. Levin, CCN, DANLA
10/26/04

LIKELY USERS: Everyone consuming fast foods or diets high in vegetable oils; People with family history of heart disease or diabetes; People with inflammatory conditions

KEY INGREDIENT(S): Molecularly distilled fish oil concentrate

MAIN PRODUCT FEATURES:

• Cholesterol free
• Natural lemon flavor
• This oil is easier for many people to tolerate than other fish oils
• Antioxidant blend of Rosemary Extract, Ascorbyl Palmitate and Natural Tocopherols
• Natural triglyceride form (unlike some other brands using the ester form)
• Manufactured and distilled in a pharmaceutical facility in Norway according to pharmaceutical protocols
• Molecularly distilled and screened for the absence of potentially harmful levels of contaminants (i.e. mercury, heavy metals, PCB's, dioxins, etc.)
• Derived from open sea catches of sardines and anchovies
• Also available in unflavored enteric-coated capsules

OTHER IMPORTANT ISSUES:

• Molecular distillation removes impurities such as pesticides (PCBs, PCDFs, PCDDs, Dioxin) and heavy metals (mercury, lead)
• Exceeds contaminant safety standards per CRN monograph and California state law
• No trans-fats
• Consumption of Omega-3 fatty acids may reduce the risk of coronary heart disease. (FDA evaluated the data and determined that, although there is scientific evidence supporting the claim, the evidence is not conclusive.)
• Helps control triglycerides and prevent excessive clotting
• Promotes anti-inflammatory prostaglandins that also encourage dilation of blood vessels
• Essential for brain, nerves, cell membranes and blood sugar metabolism
• Aids in maintaining normal heart rhythm
• DHA is believed to be beneficial to the developing fetus, both in the womb and in subsequent development. A large number of observational studies link higher intrauterine DHA exposure to a number of positive developmental outcomes, including cognitive development. During the last trimester, fetal requirements for DHA are especially high because of the rapid production of brain tissue. The fetus depends primarily on DHA supplied by the mother. Fish oil also reportedly prolongs the gestation period without detrimental effects; a longer pregnancy is associated with a baby’s subsequent survival and health. *

AMOUNT TO USE: One teaspoon a day provides 740 mg. of EPA and 475 mg. of DHA. Use one or more teaspoons per day.

SYNERGISTS: Other supplements used as cardiotonics include Vitamin E, CoQ10, magnesium, antioxidants, garlic, ginger, cayenne pepper, L-carnitine and hawthorn leaf and flower extract.

CAUTIONS: Pregnant and lactating women and people using prescription drugs should consult their physician before taking any dietary supplement. But no cautions have been noted to date for pregnant or nursing women using fish oils, which are often recommended for pregnant and nursing women.

Disclaimer:  These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

References:

Docosahexaenoic acid supplementation in pregnancy and lactation. Carlson SE. Am J Clin Nutr. 2009 Feb;89(2):678S-84S. Epub 2008 Dec 30. Review. PMID: 19116324

Associations of maternal fish intake during pregnancy and breastfeeding duration with attainment of developmental milestones in early childhood: a study from the Danish National Birth Cohort. Oken E, Østerdal ML, Gillman MW, Knudsen VK, Halldorsson TI, Strøm M, Bellinger DC, Hadders-Algra M, Michaelsen KF, Olsen SF. Am J Clin Nutr. 2008 Sep;88(3):789-96. PMID: 18779297

Long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids, pregnancy, and pregnancy outcome. Al MD, van Houwelingen AC, Hornstra G. Am J Clin Nutr. 2000 Jan;71(1 Suppl):285S-91S. Review. PMID: 10617984

Randomised controlled trial of effect of fish-oil supplementation on pregnancy duration. Olsen SF, Sørensen JD, Secher NJ, Hedegaard M, Henriksen TB, Hansen HS, Grant A. Lancet. 1992 Apr 25;339(8800):1003-7. PMID: 1349049