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.
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Supplement Facts |
Serving Size: 2 softgels
Servings Per Container: 90 |
Ingredient |
Amount |
% Daily Value** |
Calories |
25 |
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Calories From Fat |
20 |
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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 |
† |
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** 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.
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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.