Douglas Laboratories’ Opti-EPA™ is concentrated
marine fish oil, providing enriched levels of
eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA, 300 mg) and
docosahexaenoic acid (DHA, 200 mg).
Opti-EPA™ delivers high levels of EPA and DHA,
and is lower in saturated fatty acids than regular
marine fish oil. Opti-EPA™ is strictly screened for
the absence of any toxic metals and chemicals, and is
completely free of cholesterol. The oil is carefully
processed and handled to avoid oxidation.
Typical diets in developed countries deliver large
amounts of saturated fatty acids and the
polyunsaturated omega-6 linoleic and arachidonic
acids and low levels of omega-3 fatty acids.
Throughout evolution, humans were accustomed to
diets providing roughly equal amounts of omega-6
and omega-3 fatty acids. However, during the last
200 years, the ratio of dietary omega-6:omega-3 fatty
acids increased from about 1:1 to 20-25:1. Leading
health professionals now recommend a ratio between
4:1 and 10:1.
A healthy balance of dietary omega-6 and omega-3
fatty acids appears to be a prerequisite for normal
immune function. Dietary linoleic acid (18:2 omega-
6) is a precursor to arachidonic acid (20:4) which in
turn is a precursor for pro-inflammatory
prostaglandin E2 and leukotriene B4, and platelet
aggregating thromboxane A2. The omega-3 fatty
acids EPA and DHA provide a natural
counterbalance, because they serve as precursors for
the anti-inflammatory prostaglandins E1 and E3, and
decrease the formation of prostaglandin E2 and
thromboxane A2.
Among other factors, sufficient dietary levels of
EPA, DHA or other omega-3 fatty acids are also
important in the regulation of normal blood
lipoprotein and healthy cholesterol metabolism.
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
This product was added to our catalog on Monday 02 June, 2014.