Super Omega 3-6-9 (1200mg) Overview
NOW Foods Super Omega 3-6-9 is a complete essential fatty acid supplement and a best-seller in its category. The "3-6--9" refers to three types of nutritional fats; two are essential nutrients and must be obtained from diet or supplements (omega 3 and 6) and one is non-essential (can be made in the body) but still important biologically. NOW Foods combines the best source of omega 3 fatty acids, fish oil concentrate, with additional omega 3 support from flax oil. Borage oil is used to supply high levels of omega 6 fatty acids with naturally high levels of valuable GLA. There is a small amount of high-quality vitamin E added as a natural preservative antioxidant, and at 20 IU, it's a nutritionally significant amount and more than most similar products use.
As you may know, most Western diets already provide enough or even excessive amounts of omega 6 fatty acids, creating a relative deficiency of omega 3s. So for most people, only omega 3s need to be supplemented. Of course, not everyone eats a typical Western diet. Vegetarians, vegans, the elderly and those on very low-fat diets may not obtain optimal levels of either omega 3 or 6. For these healthy eaters, NOW Foods Super Omega 3-6-9 is a convenient way to cover all the essential fatty acid bases with one product.
Super Omega 3-6-9 (1200mg) Description from Now
Super Omega 3-6-9 is a blend of Fish, Borage and Organic Flax See Oils. This combination of well-known nutritional oils provides a unique balance of Omega-3 and Omega-6 Essential Fatty Acids plus Omega-9, a non-essential, but beneficial fatty acid. The Omega-3's, Alpha Linolenic Acid, EPA and DHA, and the Omega-6, GLA, are necessary for the maintenance of cardiovascular, nervous system and skin health. Oleic Acid, an Omega-9, has also been shown to promote a healthy vascular system.
Supplement Facts | ||
Serving Size: 2 softgels Servings Per Container: 90 | ||
Ingredient | Amount | % Daily Value** |
Calories | 25 | |
Calories From Fat | 20 | |
Total Fat | 2.40 g | 4 |
Saturated Fat | <0.5 g | 2 |
Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.40 g | † |
Monounsaturated Fat | 0.59 g | † |
Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0 |
Total Carbohydrate | <0.5 g | <1 |
Protein | 0.56 g | <2 |
Vitamin E | 20 IU | 70 |
Borage Oil | 800 mg | † |
Fish Oil | 800 mg | † |
Organic Flaxseed Oil | 800 mg | † |
** Percent Daily Value is based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. † Daily Value not established. |
Ingredients:
Other Ingredients: Gelatin, Glycerin, Water and Natural d-alpha Tocopherol with Mixed Tocopherols.
Manufacturer's Directions
As a dietary supplement, take 2 softgels 1 to 3 times daily with meals.