Q: What does this product do?
A: This product is a complete source of essential fatty acids with omega-3, omega-6, and omega-9. It provides a balanced blend of omega fatty acids. These are the Health Canada approved uses (NPN 80081427). This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Q: What is the difference between omega-3, omega-6, and omega-9?
A: These are three families of healthy fats your body needs. Omega-3 fatty acids (EPA, DHA, ALA) are found in fatty fish and plant seeds like flaxseed. Omega-6 fatty acids (linoleic acid, GLA) are found in vegetable oils and seeds. Omega-9 fatty acids (oleic acid) are found in olive oil, avocado, and many nuts and seeds. Each family plays a different role in the body. This formula provides all three in one softgel from three different natural oils.
Q: Why does this formula use three different oils?
A: Each oil provides a different set of fatty acids. Fish oil (mackerel, sardine, herring) provides EPA and DHA, the two main marine omega-3s your body can use directly. Borage oil provides GLA, an omega-6 that is found in very few foods. Flaxseed oil provides ALA, the essential plant-based omega-3, along with additional linoleic acid and oleic acid. Together they cover omega-3, omega-6, and omega-9 in one softgel.
Q: What is GLA and why does it come from borage oil?
A: GLA (gamma-linolenic acid) is an omega-6 fatty acid that is found in very few foods. While the most common omega-6 (linoleic acid) is found in most vegetable oils, GLA is found mainly in borage oil, evening primrose oil, and black currant seed oil. Borage oil is one of the richest natural sources of GLA. This formula provides 76mg of GLA per softgel from 400mg of borage seed oil (Borago officinalis).
Q: What is ALA and how is it different from EPA and DHA?
A: ALA (alpha-linolenic acid) is a plant-based omega-3 found in flaxseed, chia seeds, and walnuts. EPA and DHA are marine omega-3s found in fatty fish. Your body can convert ALA to EPA and then to DHA, but the conversion rate is limited. EPA and DHA from fish oil are preformed, meaning your body can use them directly without conversion. This formula provides both: 208mg ALA from flaxseed oil and 72mg EPA plus 48mg DHA from fish oil, all in one softgel.
Q: How much of each fatty acid does one softgel provide?
A: Per 1 softgel: Fish oil (mackerel, sardine, herring) 400mg providing EPA 72mg and DHA 48mg. Borage oil (Borago officinalis, seed) 400mg providing linoleic acid 120mg, GLA 76mg, and oleic acid 68mg. Flaxseed oil (Linum usitatissimum, seed) 400mg providing ALA 208mg, linoleic acid 56mg, and oleic acid 80mg. Total oil per softgel: 1,200mg.
Q: How many softgels should I take and when?
A: Adults: 1 capsule, 1 to 3 times per day. Consult your healthcare provider to find the right dose for you.
Q: How long will one bottle last?
A: Each bottle contains 120 softgels. At 1 softgel per day: 120 day supply. At 2 softgels per day: 60 day supply. At 3 softgels per day: 40 day supply.
Q: Is this product suitable for vegans or vegetarians?
A: No. The softgel shell is made from non-GMO bovine gelatin, which is animal-derived. This product also contains fish oil. It is not suitable for vegans or vegetarians.
Q: Why is Vitamin E listed as a non-medicinal ingredient?
A: Omega-3, omega-6, and omega-9 oils can go rancid (spoil) when exposed to air, heat, or light. Vitamin E (tocopherol) is added as a natural antioxidant to protect all three oils and keep them fresh. It does not affect the fatty acid content and is not a medicinal ingredient in this product.
Q: Are there any cautions or warnings I should know about?
A: Consult a healthcare practitioner before use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking blood thinners or other medications, or have a medical condition. Keep out of reach of children. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Verify the complete cautions against your Health Canada NPN 80081427 licence before publishing, as the cautions metafield for this product is not currently fully populated.
