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Omega-3 (EPA & DHA) supplements, compared

6 products we’ve reviewed list omega-3 (epa & dha) as a key ingredient. Here’s what it does, what the research uses — and how much each product actually contains.

What it is

EPA and DHA are long-chain omega-3 fats found mainly in fatty fish and algae.

What the research uses

There is no official daily target for EPA and DHA. The FDA has concluded that supplements providing no more than 5 g a day of EPA and DHA combined are safe when used as recommended.

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Educational information, not medical advice. Talk to a healthcare professional before starting a supplement, especially if you are pregnant, nursing or take medication.

Every product, dose by dose

ProductOmega-3 (EPA & DHA) per servingFormScore
Triple Strength Omega-3 Fish Oil
Sports ResearchTriple Strength Omega-3 Fish Oil
Third-party testedcGMP facility
690 mgEPA (eicosapentaenoic acid)260 mgDHA (docosahexaenoic acid)1,040 mgTotal omega-3 fatty acids as triglyceridesSoftgel9.0
The Very Finest Fish Oil (Liquid)
CarlsonThe Very Finest Fish Oil (Liquid)
Third-party tested
800 mgEPA (eicosapentaenoic acid)500 mgDHA (docosahexaenoic acid)Liquid8.8
Ultimate Omega
Nordic NaturalsUltimate Omega
Third-party testedcGMP facility
650 mgEPA (eicosapentaenoic acid)450 mgDHA (docosahexaenoic acid)1280 mgTotal omega-3s (re-esterified triglyceride form)Softgel8.4
Algae Omega
Nordic NaturalsAlgae Omega
Third-party testedcGMP facility
390 mgDHA (docosahexaenoic acid)195 mgEPA (eicosapentaenoic acid)715 mgTotal omega-3s (triglyceride form)Softgel7.9
Fish Oil 1200 mg Softgels
Nature MadeFish Oil 1200 mg Softgels
USP Verified
600 mgOmega-3 EPA and DHA (combined)720 mgTotal omega-3 fatty acidsSoftgel7.8
Essential for Women 18+
RitualEssential for Women 18+
USP VerifiedNon-GMO Project VerifiedClean Label Project
330 mgOmega-3 DHA (from Schizochytrium microalgae)Capsule7.5

Amounts are per serving as printed on each label. “Not disclosed” usually means the ingredient sits inside a proprietary blend.

Questions people ask

How much omega-3 (epa & dha) do studies use?
There is no official daily target for EPA and DHA. The FDA has concluded that supplements providing no more than 5 g a day of EPA and DHA combined are safe when used as recommended.
Which omega-3 (epa & dha) supplement scores highest?
In our reviews, Sports Research Triple Strength Omega-3 Fish Oil scores highest at 9.0/10, followed by Carlson The Very Finest Fish Oil (Liquid) (8.8) and Nordic Naturals Ultimate Omega (8.4). Scores weigh efficacy, quality, value, experience and transparency — not just the dose.
How much omega-3 (epa & dha) is in these products?
It varies by product and serving size — for example Sports Research Triple Strength Omega-3 Fish Oil (690 mg), Carlson The Very Finest Fish Oil (Liquid) (800 mg), Nordic Naturals Ultimate Omega (650 mg). The table above lists the amount per serving for every product we've reviewed.

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