DHA 500mg - 90 Softgels

DHA-500: Why More is Better

The human body is made up of approximately 60% water. We need water to survive, and that’s a fact that is not up for debate. What is up for debate, however, is what kind of water is best for our bodies. Tap water? Bottled water? Distilled water? The list goes on.

Similarly, the human body is made up of approximately 60% fatty acids. We need fatty acids to survive, and that’s a fact that is also not up for debate. What is up for debate, however, is what kind of fatty acids are best for our bodies. Saturated fats? Unsaturated fats? Omega-3 fatty acids? The list goes on.

If you’re like most people, you probably don’t spend a lot of time thinking about the water you drink or the fats you consume. But maybe you should. Just as there are different types of water marketed to appeal to different people (with different needs), there are also different types of fatty acids marketed to appeal to different people (with different needs). This blog post will focus specifically on omega-3 fatty acids and why more is better when it comes to the NOW® DHA-500 fish oil supplement.

What are Omega-3 Fatty Acids?

Omega-3 fatty acids are a type of polyunsaturated fat that is essential for human health but that the body cannot make on its own. Omega-3 fats can be found in fish, certain plant oils, and nuts and seeds. The three main omega-3 fatty acids are eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), and alpha-linolenic acid (ALA). EPA and DHA are found in fish and algae and have the most health benefits, while ALA is found in plant oils and has fewer health benefits.

Why More DHA is Better

DHA 500 mg per softgel as in our regular strength product (250 mg per softgel). This fish oil concentrate is manufactured under strict quality control standards. It is tested to be free of potentially harmful levels of contaminants such as PCBs, dioxins, mercury and other heavy metals," according to the product description on the NOW Foods website. While the FDA recommends a minimum of 250 mg per day of EPA + DHA for adults, many experts recommend much higher doses, especially for those with chronic health conditions. In fact, some experts recommend doses as high as 2,000 mg per day of EPA + DHA!

Now that you understand a little bit more about omega-3 fatty acids and why more DHA might be better for your health, we hope you’ll consider trying the NOW® DHA-500 fish oil supplement!*

Omega-3 fatty acids are an important part of a healthy diet and supplements like NOW DHA-500 can help ensure you're getting enough!

Suggested Usage: Take 1 softgel 1 to 2 times daily with food.

Store in a cool, dry place after opening.

Supplement Facts

Serving Size: 1 Softgel

Servings Per Container: 90

Description Amount per Serving % Daily Value

Calories 10

Total Fat 1 g 1%**

Polyunsaturated Fat 1 g

†Daily Value not established.

Fish Oil Concentrate 1 g (1,000 mg)

†Daily Value not established.

Omega-3 Fatty Acids: 0

Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) 500 mg

†Daily Value not established.

Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) 250 mg

†Daily Value not established.

**Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Other Ingredients: Softgel Capsule [bovine gelatin (BSE-free), glycerin, enteric coating, water] and d-alpha Tocopherol.

Contains fish (anchovies, sardines, tuna). d-alpha Tocopherol from non-GMO soy.

Not manufactured with yeast, wheat, gluten, milk, egg or shellfish ingredients. Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.

Caution: For adults only. Consult physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition. Keep out of reach of children.

Natural color variation may occur in this product.

Fish oil is product of Peru, Morocco, China.

Store in a cool, dry place after opening.

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