What omega-3 fatty acid (fish oil) supplement should I purchase?
When purchasing an over the counter product, it is important to carefully read the label and note the active ingredients. The strength of the product may read 1000 mg fish oil but may only have 300 mg of omega-3 fatty acids. The two active ingredients that make up omega 3 fatty acids are EPA (eicosapentanoic acid) and DHA (docosahexanoic acid). You should ask your physician, nutritionist, or pharmacist to help you determine how much omega-3 fatty acids are contained in a particular fish oil product. Examples of some products are listed below to help guide you in making your purchase.
