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Neptune Krill Oil 500 mg

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Omega-3 250 mg
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Score69
Phospholipid omega-3 and astaxanthin make a quality krill format. The active amount is modest and shellfish allergy is an important limitation.
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Quantity:60 Softgel(s) • (30 servings)
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Score 69

Phospholipid omega-3 and astaxanthin make a quality krill format. The active amount is modest and shellfish allergy is an important limitation.
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$19.70($0.65 per serving)
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$ 20.81
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$ 22.57
Daily Vita
$ 19.70
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$ 20.81
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Analysis

Neptune krill oil provides 250 mg total omega-3 with 450 mg phospholipids. The phospholipid form offers a plausible absorption advantage.

Esterified astaxanthin adds oxidation support, but EPA and DHA are not individually stated. The active amount remains modest for focused omega-3 use.

One serving requires two softgels and the serving cost is moderate. Independent purity and oxidation verification are not disclosed.

Who is it for
  • Adults preferring branded krill oil
  • People seeking phospholipid omega-3
  • Users comfortable with two softgels
Best for
  • Krill oil supplementation
  • Low-dose omega-3 use
  • Phospholipid fatty-acid delivery

Pros

  • Uses Neptune krill oil
  • Provides 450 mg phospholipids
  • Includes astaxanthin
  • Clear total omega-3 amount

Cons

  • Only 250 mg total omega-3
  • EPA and DHA are not separated
  • Two-softgel serving
  • Purity verification is absent

Warnings

  • Krill oil is unsuitable for people with shellfish allergy
  • Omega-3 may increase bleeding tendency with anticoagulant medicines
  • Take with food if digestive discomfort occurs

Nutrient quality

80 High impact

Named phospholipids and esterified astaxanthin support strong form quality. The modest omega-3 yield and missing EPA and DHA amounts limit dose depth.

Ingredient transparency

73 High impact

Listed active ingredients carry amounts and no proprietary blend hides a supplied dose. Missing fatty-acid detail, complete directions, or an excipient list keeps disclosure incomplete.

Customer satisfaction

69 High impact

The supplied average rating is strong and the review volume is large. Specific comments are absent, so repeated complaints and purpose-specific experiences cannot be assessed.

Value for money

48 Lower impact

High-quality phospholipid delivery and antioxidant support add formulation value. The small omega-3 yield makes value per useful serving weak.

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Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Calories
10 Calorie(s)
Total Fat
1 Gram(s)
Neptune Krill Oil
1 Gram(s)
Omega-3 Fatty Acids
250 mg
Phospholipids
450 mg
Esterified Astaxanthin
360 mcg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50 Dairy Free
Report overview
Omega-3 · 250 mg OverallScore46
A- Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityF Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyF Value

Krill phospholipids provide a well-absorbed omega-3 form, and astaxanthin adds oxidative protection. The label gives total omega-3 but does not separate EPA and DHA or show independent purity verification. Active-dose value cannot be calculated from the available breakdown.

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