Scitec Omega 3 100 Capsules

A daily dose of Scitec Omega 3 capsules (2 capsules) contains 600 mg of omega-3 fatty acids. Of these, 331 mg are EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and 207 mg are DHA (docosahexaenoic acid).
Some sources state that the daily dose contains 700 mg of omega-3 fatty acids, of which 360 mg are EPA and 240 mg are DHA.

The EPA and DHA fatty acids contained in Scitec Omega 3 offer various health benefits for the heart and brain. EPA and DHA contribute to the maintenance of normal heart function. DHA also plays a crucial role in normal brain function and the maintenance of normal vision. A daily intake of 250 mg of EPA and DHA is recommended to achieve these positive effects. DHA is an important building block for the formation of nerve cells and the development of cognitive abilities. These fatty acids are essential because the body cannot produce them itself and they must therefore be obtained through food or supplements.

To optimize the absorption of the valuable omega-3 fatty acids, the capsules should ideally be taken with a main meal containing some fat. Since fat stimulates fat digestion and supports the transport of omega-3 fatty acids into the body, this maximizes bioavailability. To effectively minimize or completely avoid unpleasant fishy burps, it is recommended to swallow the capsules shortly before or at the start of the meal, rather than on an empty stomach. The food then acts as a buffer, surrounding the capsules in the stomach and causing them to dissolve prematurely in an area less susceptible to the fishy taste. Additionally, it can be helpful to take the capsules with a large glass of water and not to consume them immediately before lying down to prevent reflux into the esophagus.

Scitec Omega 3 is produced in a facility that also processes milk, eggs, gluten, soy, peanuts, tree nuts, celery, crustaceans, mollusks, and sulfur dioxide. Therefore, there is a potential for cross-contamination with these foods for allergy sufferers. The company uses a multi-stage quality assurance system and laboratory tests to monitor product purity but explicitly points out the aforementioned allergens present at the production site.