MOTHERNEST OMEGA-3 1000/MG CAP 60/CAP

Benefits & Uses

Primary Benefit

Supports cardiovascular health, brain function, and reduces triglycerides through EPA and DHA omega-3 fatty acids.

Health Claims

Supports cardiovascular health and helps reduce elevated triglyceride levels; contributes to normal brain and cognitive function; supports eye health; has anti-inflammatory properties

Common Deficiency Symptoms

Dry skin, poor memory and concentration, mood disturbances, joint stiffness, elevated triglycerides, increased cardiovascular risk

Target Population

Adults seeking to support heart, brain, and joint health, especially those with low dietary intake of fatty fish.

Scientific Evidence Level

Strong

Onset Timeline

Changes in blood levels can occur within hours to weeks, while benefits for mood, joints, or skin may take 2-12 weeks. More significant cardiovascular benefits may take several months.

Usage & Dosage

Suggested Use

Take 1 capsule daily with a meal containing fat

Serving Size

1 capsule

Servings Per Container

60

Best Time to Take

With meals

Recommended Daily Intake

Adults: 250-500 mg combined EPA+DHA per day for general health; 1000-4000 mg/day for cardiovascular or triglyceride-lowering benefits

Upper Tolerable Limit

Up to 5,000 mg of combined EPA and DHA per day is considered safe by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA).

Absorption Enhancers

Take with a fat-containing meal to enhance absorption; lipase enzyme activity improves triglyceride-form uptake

Absorption Inhibitors

Taking on an empty stomach reduces absorption and may increase gastrointestinal side effects; high-fiber meals may slightly reduce absorption

Side Effects

Possible Side Effects

Fishy aftertaste or burping, nausea, loose stools, or mild gastrointestinal discomfort, particularly at higher doses; high doses may increase bleeding time

Toxicity Risk

Low

Upper Tolerable Limit

Up to 5,000 mg of combined EPA and DHA per day is considered safe by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA).

Safety & Warnings

Contraindications

Known hypersensitivity to fish/fish oil (or capsule excipients); bleeding disorders or concomitant anticoagulant/antiplatelet therapy are precautions (not absolute contraindications) unless clinically significant bleeding risk

Pregnancy Safety

Consult Doctor

Breastfeeding Safety

Safe (generally compatible with breastfeeding at usual supplemental doses; consult clinician if high-dose use or bleeding risk)

Children Suitability

Consult a healthcare provider before use in children under 12; not specifically formulated for pediatric use

Interactions

Medication Interactions

May enhance the anticoagulant effect of warfarin and antiplatelet drugs (e.g., aspirin, clopidogrel) - monitor bleeding time; may have additive triglyceride-lowering effect with statins and fibrates

Supplement Interactions

Additive anticoagulant effect when combined with vitamin E at high doses; may interact with other blood-thinning supplements such as garlic or ginkgo biloba

Synergistic Nutrients

Vitamin D3 (supports anti-inflammatory pathways); Vitamin E (protects omega-3 from oxidation); Magnesium (supports cardiovascular function alongside EPA/DHA)

Special Populations

Target Population

Adults seeking to support heart, brain, and joint health, especially those with low dietary intake of fatty fish.

Children Suitability

Consult a healthcare provider before use in children under 12; not specifically formulated for pediatric use

Pregnancy Safety

Consult Doctor

Breastfeeding Safety

Safe (generally compatible with breastfeeding at usual supplemental doses; consult clinician if high-dose use or bleeding risk)

Storage & Patient Advice

SFDA Storage Conditions

store below 25°c

Storage Conditions

Store below 25°C.

Patient Counseling

Take orally with a meal (preferably containing fat) to improve absorption and reduce GI upset; swallow capsules whole. Do not exceed the labeled dose without medical advice. Consult a clinician before use if taking anticoagulants/antiplatelets or if you have a planned surgery/bleeding disorder. Stop use and seek advice if you develop signs of bleeding or significant GI intolerance; discard if capsules smell rancid.

Science & Evidence

Bioavailability Form

Triglyceride form - this is the natural structure of fats found in fish and is generally absorbed more efficiently by the body than the ethyl ester form.

Water or Fat Soluble

Fat-soluble

Scientific Evidence Level

Strong

Onset Timeline

Changes in blood levels can occur within hours to weeks, while benefits for mood, joints, or skin may take 2-12 weeks. More significant cardiovascular benefits may take several months.

Food Sources

Salmon, mackerel, sardines, herring, anchovies, tuna, trout, flaxseed oil (ALA precursor), chia seeds

Product Information

Supplement Type

Fatty Acid

Suitable for Vegetarians

No

Suitable for Vegans

No

Requires Refrigeration

Shelf-stable