High-EPA Oil Now Available in the U.S.
Over the past year, I have evaluated a great number of high-EPA fish oil supplements. I was amazed at how loose the definition of “high-EPA” was, and found that the products out there vary dramatically in terms of price, quality and content.
Frustratingly, in the US, it is nearly impossible to find high-EPA fish with the sort of EPA:DHA ratios used in clinical trials. So, I took matters into my own hands and found products that best represent the latest research. The products below are pharmaceutical-grade and of the utmost quality. Every member of my family uses these products daily to great effect.
For more information about dosage, see "How to Take Fish High-EPA Oil."
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Ω MorEPA is a highly-concentrated EPA fish oil (580 mg EPA per capsule), which is supplemented with lipid stabilizing anti-oxidants. The capsules- which contain 75% EPA-- are orange flavored and can be chewed by children. MorEPA contains no more than 70 mg DHA per capsule for an 8:1 EPA toDHA ratio.
MorEPA is currently used in clinical trials researching dyslexia, learning and behavior disorders led by Dr. Alexandra Richardson of Oxford University and Food and Behavior Research.
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Ω MorEPA Mini contains high concentrations of EPA (243 mg per capsule) and at least 75% Omega-3 fatty acids. In addition to high-EPA deep sea fish oil, MorEPA Mini includes 27 mg of DHA, 3.3 mg of vitamin E and 1 mg GLA. Great for children, its hexane-free capsules are strawberry-flavored, quite small and easy-to-swallow. They are encased in fish gelatin for slow release into the body.
MorEPA Mini comes highly recommended by Dr. Alex Richardson of Oxford University and Food and Behavior Research in the treatment of dyslexia, ADHD and other learning and behavioral issues. The product recently was awarded Best Fish Oil in the UK Daily Mail comparison of children's fish oil supplements.
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Ω PlusEPA contains a ultra-pure EPA (500 mg per capsule) and no DHA. Its hexane-free capsules are small and easy-to-swallow. They are encased in fish gelatin for slow release into the body and are 90% EPA!
PlusEPA comes highly recommended by Dr. Michael Maes of Vanderbilt University Department of Psychiatry and are currently used in various clinical trials researching its effects on ADHD, diabetes and post-partum depression.
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Ω VegEPA contains a unique ratio of ultra-pure EPA (280 mg per capsule) and cold-pressed, non-raffinated, virgin Evening Primrose Oil (EPO) to combine the benefits of both these natural substances. Its capsules are small, easy-to-swallow and are at least 70% EPA. VegEPA contains no DHA.
VegEPA is the product of choice in many clinical trials, including those conducted by Professor Basant Puri and Dr. Dianne Le Fevre to treat patients with chronic fatigue syndrome, depression and ADHD.
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It's important to note that the benefits of high-EPA fish oil are not evident overnight. In my case, it took about 6 weeks to truly feel transformed. For others, it may be as long as 3 months. No two individuals are alike.
| Note: These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. |