Carlson Labs - Norwegian Salmon Oil And GLA - 240 Softgels

UPC# :088395015120
Brand:Carlson Labs
Size/Form:240Softgels
Ship Weight:0.88
Servings:240
Dosage:1Softgel(s)
Carlson Labs Norwegian Salmon Oil and GLA - 240 Softgels
Carlson Labs Norwegian Salmon Oil and GLA is extracted from salmon found in the deep, unpolluted waters of Norway and is naturally rich in the important Omega-3's EPA and DHA. The GLA contained in this product is derived from black currant seed oil and is an important Omega-6 component. The EPA and DHA in Salmon Oil plus the GLA work as a team to promote a healthy balance of prostaglandin types in the human body. This product is regularly tested (using AOAC international protocols) for freshness, potency and purity by an independent, FDA-registered laboratory and has been determined to be fresh, fully potent and free of detrimental levels of mercury, cadmium, lead, PCB's and 28 other contaminants. EPA and DHA from Salmon Oil along with GLA from Borage Seed Oil work as a team to promote a healthy balance of prostaglandin types in the human body.Preservative FreeGluten Free
Why are Carlson Fish Oils (and Calamari Oils) important for me?Cardiovascular HealthDHA and EPA help maintain a health and stable heartbeat.DHA and EPA help maintain blood vessel health to support circulation.DHA and EPA may support artery wall elasticity.Dietary intake of EPA and DHA is now being recognized as a safe and effective method for maintaining healthy triglyceride levels.
Brain and Nerve FunctionAs a vital component of our brain tissue and neurons, DHA supports cognitive function.By improving membrane fluidity. DHA may help support nerve transmission processes.Increased levels of DHA in the brain may serve to protect and enhance the lifespan of neurons.
Healthy VisionDHA is found in substantial amounts in the retina and is important for normal vision.
Immune System HealthDHA and EPA are need for balanced eicosanoid formation, which supports balanced and healthy immune responses.
Healthy Joints and MovementDHA and EPA support healthy joints and comfortable movement by supporting healthy physiological processes.
Radiant, Healthy SkinDHA and EPA can keep skin healthy, vibrant, and supple.
Carlson Labs Questions & AnswersWhat is omega-3?Omega-3 is the name of a type of fat that is found in oil-rich fish an some plant oils and is also known as 'n-3.' They are from the family of 'good' fats - Poly Unsaturated Fatty Acids (PUFAs) that are not only beneficial for health, but are essential in the diet. The most effective omega-3's are EPA (EicosaPentaenoic Acid) and DHA (DocosaHexaenoic Acid).How are omega-3 oils unique?Because of their unique structure, omega-3's have important and unique functions in their bodies. Both DHA and EPA are involved in healthy cardiovascular systems, immune processes, and help support the formation of healthy prostaglandins. DHA is a vital component of the retina, brain and neurons. Fish oils supply omega-3 fatty acids an are especially high in DHA and EPA. Some vegetable oils contain ALA, but do not contain DHA or EPA.Why are fish oils preferable to flax?DHA and EPA can be supplied by fish and calamari, or our bodies can make small amounts of them from alpha linolenic acid (ALA) when it is in the diet. While flax and soybeans are a wonderful source of ALA, a study comparing flax and fish oils shows that subjects given flax oil over a 4-week period did NOT have increased blood level of DHA. It seems rather perplexing that significant dietary increases in ALA did not increase blood levels of DHA. Why? The reason is that converting ALA to DHA is very slow due to the body's limited availability of a special conversion enzyme called delta-6-desaturase. Yet, subjects who were given fish oils bypass any need for extra conversion and subjects had immediate benefits available.How do flaxseed and fish/calamari oils differ?Fish and calamari oils supply EPA and DHA, which have important healthy benefits. Some fish oils also supply ALA. The only omega-3 that flaxseed oil supplies is ALA. Even when large amounts of ALAs are consumed, their bodies can only convert small amounts of ALA into even smaller amounts of EPA and DHA. This process can only occur when sufficient enzymes are present. Since the conversion process is slow and limited, fish and calamari oils are chosen over flaxseed oil. Are all omega-3's 'essential'?Scientists define 'essential' fatty acids as those that cannot be produced in the body in any amount. EPA and DHA are required by our bodies. They are not classified as essential fatty acids because ALA can be converted to small amounts of EPA and then to DHA when sufficient converting enzymes are present. However, this conversion is slow and limited. Therefore, obtaining EPA and DHA directly from the diet is important.Are omega-6's a