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EPA/DHA Essentials

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(32 ratings)
Fish Oil 1000 mg
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Score63

Good source transparency cannot overcome the absence of EPA, DHA, and key manufacturing details.

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Quantity:90 Capsule(s) • (90 servings)
Goals:
Anti-Inflammatory Support
Cardiovascular Support

Score 63

Good source transparency cannot overcome the absence of EPA, DHA, and key manufacturing details.

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$41.50($0.46 per serving)
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$ 41.50
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$ 41.50
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Analysis

Anchovy, mackerel, and sardine sources provide useful origin transparency and favor smaller marine species. The capsule is otherwise focused on fish oil.

Separate EPA and DHA amounts are not listed, so the product name does not establish active potency. Molecular form, purification method, testing, and antioxidant protection are also unstated.

The formula suits someone who values named species more than exact dosing. Goal-driven users need a more complete supplement facts panel before relying on it.

Who is it for
  • Adults who value named small-fish sources
  • Users wanting a focused marine-oil capsule
Best for
  • Small-fish sourcing
  • A simple fish-oil routine

Pros

  • Anchovy, mackerel, and sardine are named
  • Focused active formula
  • Convenient capsule serving

Cons

  • No EPA or DHA quantities
  • Molecular form is unknown
  • No purification or testing details
  • Antioxidant stabilization is not shown

Warnings

  • Contains fish oil and is unsuitable for people with a fish allergy.
  • Fish oil may increase bleeding tendency with anticoagulant or antiplatelet medicines.

Nutrient quality

62 Moderate impact

Anchovy, mackerel, and sardine sourcing provides a credible small-fish origin. Missing EPA and DHA amounts prevent confirmation of a meaningful omega-three dose.

Ingredient transparency

65 High impact

Listed ingredient amounts and serving details are stated clearly. The source species are clear, but active fatty acids and quality controls are not disclosed.

Customer satisfaction

58 Moderate impact

The supplied average rating is strong, and a small response volume makes the average rating less reliable. No comment-level feedback is supplied to judge recurring complaints or purpose-specific experiences.

Value for money

63 Moderate impact

Moderate serving cost cannot be judged against missing active potency. Formula focus and disclosure determine whether that value holds up in practice.

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Goals

Anti-Inflammatory Support
Impact
Moderate effect
A- Goal FitF Strength of SupportF CoverageA+ Formula Quality

Fish oil has a strong mechanistic fit for inflammation resolution, and small-fish sourcing is a quality strength. Missing EPA and DHA amounts prevent confirmation of active potency.

The label also omits molecular form, purification, testing, and antioxidant protection. Single-ingredient focus avoids padding, but weak disclosure sharply limits practical confidence.

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Cardiovascular Support
Impact
Moderate effect
A- Goal FitF Strength of SupportF CoverageA Formula Quality

Fish oil is highly relevant to cardiovascular support, but the label omits the active EPA and DHA amounts. A total oil figure alone cannot show whether the serving reaches an effective omega-3 dose.

Small-fish sourcing is favorable, while molecular form, purification, independent testing, and oxidation protection are not disclosed. The product is focused but too opaque to assess potency.

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Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Calories
10 Calorie(s)
Total Fat
1 Gram(s)
Cholesterol
5 mg
Fish Oil concentrate (Anchovies, Mackerel, Sardines)
 1000 mg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50
Report overview
Fish Oil (Anchovies, Mackerel, Sardines) · 1000 mg OverallScore6
F Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityF Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyF Value

Small-fish sourcing from anchovies, mackerel, and sardines is the clearest quality strength. The label omits individual EPA and DHA amounts as well as molecular form, purification method, independent testing, and antioxidant protection. Those omissions prevent meaningful dose, potency, and value assessment.

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