Lamberts Pure Fish Oil 1100mg (EPA 355mg/DHA 237mg) is a food supplement in soft capsules. Each capsule provides 1100mg of fish body oil concentrate, supplying 700mg of omega 3 fatty acids, including 355mg of EPA and 237mg of DHA. The 60-capsule pot is the smallest size in the range and lasts 20 to 60 days at the recommended 1 to 3 capsules a day.

Key Features

• 700mg of omega 3 per capsule: Each capsule provides 355mg of EPA and 237mg of DHA. Lamberts says many 1000mg fish oil products contain just 350mg of omega 3s.
• 5-stage purification: Lamberts says the oil is purified by distillation, winterisation, purification, concentration and super-refining. It describes the oil as largely odour free, with contaminants well below the EU maximum limits.
• Vitamin E to protect the oil: Lamberts includes natural vitamin E, listed on the label as mixed tocopherols, to protect the oil from oxidation while it is in the capsule.
• Friends of the Sea certified: Lamberts states that its fish oil and cod liver oil products are certified by Friends of the Sea, a sustainability organisation.
• 20 to 60 day supply: One 60-capsule pot lasts 20 to 60 days at 1 to 3 capsules a day.

What do EPA and DHA contribute to?

EPA and DHA contribute to the normal function of the heart, with the beneficial effect obtained from a daily intake of 250mg of EPA and DHA. DHA contributes to the maintenance of normal vision and normal brain function, with the beneficial effect obtained from a daily intake of 250mg of DHA. One capsule provides 592mg of EPA and DHA combined, and 2 capsules provide 474mg of DHA.

How much omega 3 do I get from 1 to 3 capsules?

One capsule provides 700mg of omega 3, including 355mg of EPA and 237mg of DHA. Three capsules, the top of the recommended range, provide 2100mg of omega 3, including 1065mg of EPA and 711mg of DHA.

Is the 60-capsule pot different from the 120 and 180-capsule pots?

No. Lamberts Pure Fish Oil 1100mg is sold in pots of 60, 120 and 180 capsules. The capsules and recommended intake are the same, and only the number of capsules differs.

Is Lamberts Pure Fish Oil suitable for vegetarians?

No. The capsules contain fish oil, and the capsule shell contains bovine gelatin.

Ingredients: Each capsule provides 1100mg fish body oil concentrate, providing 700mg omega 3 fatty acids, of which 355mg is eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and 237mg is docosahexaenoic acid (DHA).

Other ingredients: Capsule shell (bovine gelatin, glycerol), antioxidant: mixed tocopherols.

Additional information: Contains fish. Free from wheat, barley, soya, eggs, milk (and milk products), lactose, nuts, sulphites, celery, shellfish, yeast and gluten-containing ingredients.

Take 1 to 3 capsules daily. Store in a cool, dry place, protected from light.

This product contains fish. Lamberts states there are no known cautions at the recommended intake.