Fish Oil Q

Fish Oil Q

Carlson4.7 (88 ratings)
Format:Softgel Quantity: 60 Softgel(s) · 30 servings
Goals
$39.12 $1.30 per serving

Product analysis

49 out of 100

Fish Oil Q combines omega-3 fats with CoQ10, offering limited support for blood-vessel function and, for some people, joint comfort. Both main ingredients compare poorly on cost, and the unspecified CoQ10 preparation limits comparison with the relevant findings.

AI assessment of the formula, label and price. How scoring works

Nutrient Quality28

The omega-3 is identified as an ethyl ester preparation, making that form clear. The CoQ10 preparation remains unspecified, limiting comparison with specific alternatives.

Ingredient Transparency69

The listed amounts are disclosed, helping compare servings. Several preparations remain unspecified, limiting a more precise comparison.

Value For Money27

Both omega-3 and CoQ10 compare poorly on cost. Uncertain value for the other listed nutrients does not strengthen the price case.

Customer Satisfaction71

Customer ratings are generally positive within a small review base. The feedback does not establish effectiveness or safety.

Product Focus76

Omega-3 and CoQ10 provide connections to selected cardiovascular measures, with mixed joint-comfort findings. Those effects do not establish extra benefits from combining them or broad slowing of aging.

Format
Softgel
Container
60 Softgel(s)
Per serving
$1.30
Customer rating
4.7 · 88 ratings
Report analysis

Goals

Inflammation
Impact
High effect
C+ Ingredient FitD PathwaysA EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Fish Oil · 2 Gram(s)Coenzyme Q-10 · 200 mg
Study evidence
Fish Oil Supportive 68 studies
Energy
Impact
High effect
B- Ingredient FitD PathwaysC+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Fish Oil · 2 Gram(s)Coenzyme Q-10 · 200 mg
Study evidence
Fish Oil Disputed 8 studies
Longevity
Impact
Highest effect
B+ Ingredient FitC PathwaysB+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Coenzyme Q-10 · 200 mgOmega-3 · 1200 mg
Study evidence
Omega-3 Supportive 56 studies
Heart Health
Impact
Highest effect
B+ Ingredient FitB+ PathwaysA+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Coenzyme Q-10 · 200 mg
Study evidence
Cardiovascular Support
Impact
Highest effect
B+ Ingredient FitB+ PathwaysA- EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Coenzyme Q-10 · 200 mgFish Oil · 2 Gram(s)
Study evidence
Fish Oil Supportive 185 studies
Skin Health
Impact
High effect
A Ingredient FitD PathwaysC+ EvidenceA+ Formulation Logic
Omega-3 · 1200 mg
Study evidence
Omega-3 Supportive 35 studies

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per servingScore
Calories
25 Calorie(s)
Total Fat
2.5 Gram(s)
Protein
1 Gram(s)
Norwegian Fish Oil concentrate
2 Gram(s)
Total Omega-3 Fatty Acids (Ethyl Ester)
1200 mg 54
Coenzyme Q10
200 mg 26
Gluten Free Adults 18–50
Report overview
Coenzyme Q-10 · 200 mg OverallScore26
F Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityD- Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyF Value
200 mg of CoQ10 per serving comes at a high cost per serving. The CoQ10 form is unclear. A concerning additive is flagged, but its identity is unspecified.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability12

The CoQ10 form is unclear, so its form-specific properties cannot be determined. No liposomal, micellar, nanoemulsion, BioPerine or black pepper extract claim is indicated.
Molecular Form: Ubiquinol vs. Ubiquinone
The CoQ10 form is unclear, so its form-specific properties cannot be determined.
Formulation & Absorption Enhancers
No liposomal, micellar, nanoemulsion, BioPerine or black pepper extract claim is indicated.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency42

A serving supplies 200 mg of CoQ10. Without the form, its fit for a form-specific range is uncertain. The amount is stated, but a concerning additive is flagged; its identity is not specified.
Clinical Dosage Alignment
A serving supplies 200 mg of CoQ10. Without the form, its fit for a form-specific range is uncertain.
Label Transparency & Fillers
The amount is stated, but a concerning additive is flagged; its identity is not specified.

Value20

The cost per serving is high.
Price Per Effective Serving
The cost per serving is high.
B- Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityC- Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyF Value
A serving provides 1000 mg of EPA and DHA at a high cost per gram. EPA and DHA make up about 50% of the oil. The omega-3s are in ethyl ester form.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability70

The omega-3s are in ethyl ester form. An antioxidant is included to help protect the oil from oxidation.
Molecular Form & Absorption Potential
The omega-3s are in ethyl ester form.
Source Purity & Oxidative Protection
An antioxidant is included to help protect the oil from oxidation.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency55

The label lists 600 mg EPA and 400 mg DHA per serving. EPA and DHA make up about 50% of the 2000 mg of oil per serving.
EPA & DHA Label Specificity
The label lists 600 mg EPA and 400 mg DHA per serving.
Active Ingredient Concentration
EPA and DHA make up about 50% of the 2000 mg of oil per serving.
Third-Party Purity Verification
The available information does not establish independent purity testing or a qualifying product seal.

Value20

The cost per gram of EPA and DHA is high.
Price per 1000mg of EPA+DHA
The cost per gram of EPA and DHA is high.
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Sources

Published studies used for the product analysis and the top-ranked studies for each ingredient and goal.

  1. Effects of Coenzyme Q10 Supplementation on Lipid Profiles in Adults: A Meta-analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials.
    Liu Z; Tian Z; Zhao D; Liang Y; Dai S; Liu M; Hou S; Dong X; Zhaxinima; Yang Y · The Journal of clinical endocrinology and metabolism · 2022
    Meta-analysis2,794 participants50 studies pooledCardiovascular Support Heart Health forCoenzyme Q-10
  2. Six-month supplementation with high dose coenzyme Q10 improves liver steatosis, endothelial, vascular and myocardial function in patients with metabolic-dysfunction associated steatotic liver disease: a randomized double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.
    Vrentzos E; Ikonomidis I; Pavlidis G; Katogiannis K; Korakas E; Kountouri A; Pliouta L; Michalopoulou E; Pelekanou E; Boumpas D; Lambadiari V · Cardiovascular diabetology · 2024
    Randomized trial60 participantsCardiovascular Support forCoenzyme Q-10
  3. The effect of coenzyme Q10 on morbidity and mortality in chronic heart failure: results from Q-SYMBIO: a randomized double-blind trial.
    Mortensen SA; Rosenfeldt F; Kumar A; Dolliner P; Filipiak KJ; Pella D; Alehagen U; Steurer G; Littarru GP; Q-SYMBIO Study Investigators · JACC. Heart failure · 2015
    Randomized trial420 participantsCardiovascular Support forCoenzyme Q-10
  4. [Coenzyme Q-10 in the treatment of patients with chronic heart failure and reduced left ventricular ejection fraction: systematic review and meta-analysis].
    Mareev VY; Mareev YV; Begrambekova YL · Kardiologiia · 2022
    Meta-analysis1,139 participants6 studies pooledCardiovascular Support forCoenzyme Q-10
  5. Effect of coenzyme Q10 in Europeans with chronic heart failure: A sub-group analysis of the Q-SYMBIO randomized double-blind trial.
    Mortensen AL; Rosenfeldt F; Filipiak KJ · Cardiology journal · 2020
    Randomized trialCardiovascular Support forCoenzyme Q-10
  6. Marine Omega-3 Supplementation and Cardiovascular Disease: An Updated Meta-Analysis of 13 Randomized Controlled Trials Involving 127 477 Participants.
    Hu Y; Hu FB; Manson JE · Journal of the American Heart Association · 2020
    Meta-analysis127,477 participants13 studies pooledCardiovascular Support forFish Oil
  7. Impact of omega-3 fatty acids on hypertriglyceridemia, lipidomics, and gut microbiome in patients with type 2 diabetes.
    Lu J; Liu R; Ren H; Wang S; Hu C; Shi Z; Li M; Liu W; Wan Q; Su Q; Li Q; Zheng H; Qu S; Yang F; Ji H; Lin H; Qi H; Wu X; Wu K; Chen Y; Xu Y; Xu M; Wang T; Zheng J; Ning G; Zheng R; Bi Y; Zhong H; Wang W · Med (New York, N.Y.) · 2025
    Randomized trial309 participantsCardiovascular Support forFish Oil
  8. A systematic review of fish-oil supplements for the prevention and treatment of hypertension.
    Campbell F; Dickinson HO; Critchley JA; Ford GA; Bradburn M · European journal of preventive cardiology · 2013
    Meta-analysis1,524 participants17 studies pooledCardiovascular Support forFish Oil
  9. Effects of fish oil-derived fatty acids on suboptimal cardiovascular health: A multicenter, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.
    Zeng Q; Dong SY; Liu YP; Fu J; Shuai P; Zhao ZM; Li TX · Nutrition, metabolism, and cardiovascular diseases : NMCD · 2017
    Randomized trial422 participantsCardiovascular Support forFish Oil
  10. Effect of High-Dose Marine Omega-3 Fatty Acids on Atherosclerosis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Clinical Trials.
    Sekikawa A; Cui C; Sugiyama D; Fabio A; Harris WS; Zhang X · Nutrients · 2020
    Meta-analysis6 studies pooledCardiovascular Support forFish Oil
  11. Effects of Coenzyme Q10 on Statin-Induced Myopathy: An Updated Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials.
    Qu H; Guo M; Chai H; Wang WT; Gao ZY; Shi DZ · Journal of the American Heart Association · 2019
    Meta-analysis575 participants12 studies pooledEnergy forCoenzyme Q-10
  12. Coenzyme Q10 Supplementation in Athletes: A Systematic Review.
    Fernandes MSS; Fidelis DEDS; Aidar FJ; Badicu G; Greco G; Cataldi S; Santos GCJ; de Souza RF; Ardigò LP · Nutrients · 2026
    Systematic review16 studies pooledEnergy forCoenzyme Q-10
  13. Effectiveness of Coenzyme Q10 Supplementation for Reducing Fatigue: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials.
    Tsai IC; Hsu CW; Chang CH; Tseng PT; Chang KV · Frontiers in pharmacology · 2024
    Meta-analysis1,126 participants13 studies pooledEnergy forCoenzyme Q-10
  14. Antifatigue effects of coenzyme Q10 during physical fatigue.
    Mizuno K; Tanaka M; Nozaki S; Mizuma H; Ataka S; Tahara T; Sugino T; Shirai T; Kajimoto Y; Kuratsune H; Kajimoto O; Watanabe Y · Nutrition (Burbank, Los Angeles County, Calif.) · 2008
    Randomized trial17 participantsEnergy forCoenzyme Q-10
  15. Effect of coenzyme Q10 supplementation on fatigue: A systematic review of interventional studies.
    Mehrabani S; Askari G; Miraghajani M; Tavakoly R; Arab A · Complementary therapies in medicine · 2019
    Systematic review16 studies pooledEnergy forCoenzyme Q-10
  16. Omega-3 Fatty Acid Supplementation for 12 Weeks Increases Resting and Exercise Metabolic Rate in Healthy Community-Dwelling Older Females.
    Logan SL; Spriet LL · PloS one · 2016
    Randomized trial24 participantsEnergy forFish Oil
  17. Effects of fish oil during hemodialysis on nutritional status and quality of life: a randomized double-blinded trial.
    Zhang C; Ge C; Wang J; Sun D · Food & nutrition research · 2022
    Randomized trial103 participantsEnergy forFish Oil
  18. Supplementation of fish oil and olive oil in patients with rheumatoid arthritis.
    Berbert AA; Kondo CR; Almendra CL; Matsuo T; Dichi I · Nutrition (Burbank, Los Angeles County, Calif.) · 2005
    Randomized trial43 participantsEnergy forFish Oil Joint Health forOmega-3
  19. DHA-rich Fish Oil Increases the Omega-3 Index and Lowers the Oxygen Cost of Physiologically Stressful Cycling in Trained Individuals.
    Hingley L; Macartney MJ; Brown MA; McLennan PL; Peoples GE · International journal of sport nutrition and exercise metabolism · 2018
    Randomized trial26 participantsEnergy forFish Oil
  20. Fish oil reduces heart rate and oxygen consumption during exercise.
    Peoples GE; McLennan PL; Howe PR; Groeller H · Journal of cardiovascular pharmacology · 2009
    Randomized trial16 participantsEnergy forFish Oil