Natures Aid Fish Oil 1000mg 240 Softgels is a food supplement providing 1000mg of pure fish oil in each softgel. Fish oil is naturally high in EPA and DHA, two omega-3 fatty acids, and this 240 pack gives you a long supply of a single-ingredient fish oil that is simple to fit into a daily routine at 1 to 3 softgels a day.

Key Features

• 1000mg pure fish oil per softgel: Each softgel typically provides 330mg of omega-3 fatty acids, made up of EPA (18%) and DHA (12%) of the fatty acid content.
• EPA and DHA for the heart: EPA and DHA contribute to the normal function of the heart.
• DHA for brain and vision: DHA contributes to the maintenance of normal brain function and vision. The beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 250mg DHA.
• Molecularly distilled: Natures Aid states that its fish oils are molecularly distilled to ensure there are no contaminants or heavy metals present.
• Added vitamin E: Each softgel provides 5mg a-TE of vitamin E, which is 42% of the nutrient reference value (NRV).
• Free from common allergens and additives: Contains no gluten, wheat, yeast, dairy, lactose, nuts, salt, sugar or starch, and no artificial colours or flavours.

What do EPA and DHA contribute to?

EPA and DHA contribute to the normal function of the heart. DHA also contributes to the maintenance of normal brain function and vision. Maternal intake of DHA and EPA contributes to normal brain development of the foetus and breast-fed infants.

Does this fish oil contain gelatine or soya?

Yes. The softgel shell contains bovine gelatine, so this product is made with an animal-derived ingredient. The natural source vitamin E preparation also contains soya bean oil.

How many softgels can I take a day?

The directions are to take 1 to 3 softgels per day with food. Do not exceed the recommended intake.

Is it safe to take with blood-thinning medicine?

People taking anticoagulant therapy such as warfarin should not exceed the recommended usage rate of this product.

Ingredients: Pure fish oil, gelatine (bovine), glycerine, natural source vitamin E preparation (d-alpha tocopherol, soya bean oil).

Nutritional information per softgel: Pure fish oil 1000mg, typically providing 330mg omega-3 fatty acids, including eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) 18% and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) 12% (percentages of free fatty acid content), and vitamin E 5mg a-TE (42% NRV).

Additional information: Contains no gluten, wheat, yeast, dairy, lactose, nuts, salt, sugar or starch. No artificial colours or flavours.

Take 1 to 3 softgels per day with food. Do not exceed the recommended intake.

The following precautions apply:

• People taking anticoagulant therapy such as warfarin should not exceed the recommended usage rate.
• Do not exceed the recommended intake.
• Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet.
• Contains soya bean oil (in the vitamin E preparation).

Short-term, temporary rises in blood sugar and cholesterol may occur when taking high doses of fish oil. Natures Aid states that after this initial period, the trend is normally for a reduction in cholesterol and triglycerides. This is not a complete list of possible effects.