5/9/2025
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5/9/2025
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Overview
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 30 Researches
7.5
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 1 Review
8.5
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 vegan softgel
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Calories
5
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Total Fat
0.5 g
<1%‡
Microalgae Oil (40% DHA)which typically provides:
500 mg
*
DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid) [Ω-3]
200 mg
*
Top Medical Research Studies
8
We focused on how Resolvin D1 (RvD1), a pro-resolving lipid, impacts systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Our study measured RvD1 levels and T follicular helper (Tfh) cell counts in SLE patients versus healthy individuals.
We found that higher RvD1 levels correlated with lower disease activity and fewer Tfh cells. RvD1 was effective in reducing Tfh cell activity in a mouse model and inhibited Tfh differentiation in lab tests.
Overall, RvD1 appears to play a significant role in managing SLE by suppressing Tfh cells and influencing immune responses.
We found that higher RvD1 levels correlated with lower disease activity and fewer Tfh cells. RvD1 was effective in reducing Tfh cell activity in a mouse model and inhibited Tfh differentiation in lab tests.
Overall, RvD1 appears to play a significant role in managing SLE by suppressing Tfh cells and influencing immune responses.
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7
We analyzed data from 18 randomized controlled trials involving 1018 rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients to understand the effects of omega-3 supplementation. Our findings revealed that omega-3 significantly increased beneficial fatty acids, EPA, and DHA, while also decreasing harmful triglycerides and tender joint counts.
However, while some inflammation markers showed slight improvements, these changes were not statistically significant. Overall, omega-3 may help manage certain symptoms of RA, but the evidence remains mixed regarding its broader impact on inflammation.
However, while some inflammation markers showed slight improvements, these changes were not statistically significant. Overall, omega-3 may help manage certain symptoms of RA, but the evidence remains mixed regarding its broader impact on inflammation.
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9
We explored the effects of a new, stable form of resolvin D1, called p-MPPF, on autoimmune encephalomyelitis, a condition affecting the nervous system. In our research, both p-MPPF and its unstable counterpart, RvD1, showed significant promise in reducing inflammation and improving symptoms.
This was evidenced by less severe disease progression, better spinal cord health, and changes in immune cell activity. Importantly, we discovered that both substances influenced immune cells in a way that avoids inflammation. Our findings suggest that these types of compounds could lead to improved treatments for autoimmune disorders.
This was evidenced by less severe disease progression, better spinal cord health, and changes in immune cell activity. Importantly, we discovered that both substances influenced immune cells in a way that avoids inflammation. Our findings suggest that these types of compounds could lead to improved treatments for autoimmune disorders.
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Most Useful Reviews
9
Fish craving ceased
2 people found this helpful
Effective! I discovered this version of omega from Sasha Avocado @avocadosasha. During my third month of pregnancy, I craved fish despite not eating it for 2-2.5 years. I didn’t take a test for this deficiency. After a month of taking it, my urge for fish vanished. This shows its effectiveness as my diet did not change. I consumed two cans.
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Medical Researches
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 30 Researches
7.5
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9
We explored the effects of a new, stable form of resolvin D1, called p-MPPF, on autoimmune encephalomyelitis, a condition affecting the nervous system. In our research, both p-MPPF and its unstable counterpart, RvD1, showed significant promise in reducing inflammation and improving symptoms.
This was evidenced by less severe disease progression, better spinal cord health, and changes in immune cell activity. Importantly, we discovered that both substances influenced immune cells in a way that avoids inflammation. Our findings suggest that these types of compounds could lead to improved treatments for autoimmune disorders.
This was evidenced by less severe disease progression, better spinal cord health, and changes in immune cell activity. Importantly, we discovered that both substances influenced immune cells in a way that avoids inflammation. Our findings suggest that these types of compounds could lead to improved treatments for autoimmune disorders.
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9
DHA mediators reduce RA symptoms
We explored how lipid mediators derived from docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) impact rheumatoid arthritis (RA), an autoimmune disorder marked by inflammation and joint damage. In our investigation, we noted that a specific combination of lipid mediators produced from DHA, including 17S-monohydroxy docosahexaenoic acid, resolvin D5, and protectin DX, showed promise in reducing arthritis severity.
The study involved using collagen antibody-induced arthritis (CAIA) in mice and examining RANKL-induced osteoclast formation using RAW264.7 cells. We observed that these lipid mediators effectively lowered the expression of certain markers related to osteoclast formation. They also showed potential by suppressing inflammatory pathways within cells.
In addition to promising laboratory results, our findings indicated that mice treated with these lipid mediators exhibited significantly less swelling and inflammation in their paws. We noticed a decrease in inflammatory cytokines in their serum, which is crucial for managing autoimmune responses, while levels of an anti-inflammatory cytokine, IL-10, increased.
These findings suggest that the lipid mediators derived from DHA can alleviate joint inflammation and damage associated with rheumatoid arthritis, indicating their potential as a therapeutic option. Overall, our research highlights the positive effects of DHA-related lipid mediators on autoimmune disorders like RA.
The study involved using collagen antibody-induced arthritis (CAIA) in mice and examining RANKL-induced osteoclast formation using RAW264.7 cells. We observed that these lipid mediators effectively lowered the expression of certain markers related to osteoclast formation. They also showed potential by suppressing inflammatory pathways within cells.
In addition to promising laboratory results, our findings indicated that mice treated with these lipid mediators exhibited significantly less swelling and inflammation in their paws. We noticed a decrease in inflammatory cytokines in their serum, which is crucial for managing autoimmune responses, while levels of an anti-inflammatory cytokine, IL-10, increased.
These findings suggest that the lipid mediators derived from DHA can alleviate joint inflammation and damage associated with rheumatoid arthritis, indicating their potential as a therapeutic option. Overall, our research highlights the positive effects of DHA-related lipid mediators on autoimmune disorders like RA.
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9
DHA shows promise for autoimmunity
We conducted a study to evaluate how docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), a type of omega-3 fatty acid, can impact autoimmune disorders, specifically using an animal model of multiple sclerosis (MS). In this investigation, we worked with twenty-five Dark Agouti rats, dividing them into distinct groups. Some received DHA, while others served as controls, allowing for comparisons of its effectiveness on clinical symptoms and levels of oxidative stress.
Over the course of 51 days, DHA was administered via injections, with a daily 40 mg/kg dosage given five days a week. What we observed was quite encouraging. The DHA supplementation appeared to lead to a reduction in oxidative stress markers and showed improvements in clinical scores related to the disease. These results suggest that DHA has the potential to positively influence the progression of MS.
Furthermore, we believe this effect may be linked to DHA’s ability to activate Nrf2, an important antioxidant factor in our bodies. Overall, our findings indicate that DHA could be a beneficial treatment option for managing multiple sclerosis and possibly other autoimmune conditions.
Over the course of 51 days, DHA was administered via injections, with a daily 40 mg/kg dosage given five days a week. What we observed was quite encouraging. The DHA supplementation appeared to lead to a reduction in oxidative stress markers and showed improvements in clinical scores related to the disease. These results suggest that DHA has the potential to positively influence the progression of MS.
Furthermore, we believe this effect may be linked to DHA’s ability to activate Nrf2, an important antioxidant factor in our bodies. Overall, our findings indicate that DHA could be a beneficial treatment option for managing multiple sclerosis and possibly other autoimmune conditions.
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9
We investigated how docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), a key fatty acid, influences autoimmune disorders like multiple sclerosis (MS). Our findings revealed that fatty acid metabolism, particularly through the enzyme stearoyl-CoA desaturase-1 (SCD1), plays a critical role in the differentiation of regulatory T cells (Tregs), which are important for maintaining immune balance.
The absence of SCD1 in T cells leads to increased hydrolysis of triglycerides and phosphatidylcholine. This process, facilitated by an enzyme known as adipose triglyceride lipase (ATGL), results in the release of DHA, which further enhances Treg differentiation. By activating the nuclear receptor known as peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma, DHA helps promote a more robust Treg population, potentially reducing the risk of autoimmune reactions.
Our exploration underscores the significance of dietary fatty acids in regulating immune responses. By highlighting DHA's role in modulating Treg differentiation and its potential implications for treating autoimmune conditions, this study paves the way for future dietary interventions and therapeutic strategies aimed at controlling autoimmune disorders like MS.
The absence of SCD1 in T cells leads to increased hydrolysis of triglycerides and phosphatidylcholine. This process, facilitated by an enzyme known as adipose triglyceride lipase (ATGL), results in the release of DHA, which further enhances Treg differentiation. By activating the nuclear receptor known as peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor gamma, DHA helps promote a more robust Treg population, potentially reducing the risk of autoimmune reactions.
Our exploration underscores the significance of dietary fatty acids in regulating immune responses. By highlighting DHA's role in modulating Treg differentiation and its potential implications for treating autoimmune conditions, this study paves the way for future dietary interventions and therapeutic strategies aimed at controlling autoimmune disorders like MS.
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9
We explored the effects of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) on fibroblast-like synovial cells from patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Our study demonstrated that DHA prompted cells to undergo apoptosis, or programmed cell death, particularly through a process dependent on caspase-8. This occurred in a dose-dependent manner, suggesting that higher amounts of DHA resulted in greater cell death.
Additionally, we observed that DHA was effective in reducing inflammation markers, such as MMP-9 and IL-1β, which are often heightened in autoimmune conditions like RA. The treatment also triggered important cellular responses, including the activation of endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress markers like CHOP.
We discovered that lowering levels of CHOP or another protein called DR5 improved cell survival and diminished DHA-induced apoptosis. Importantly, our findings revealed that DHA led to an accumulation of reactive oxygen species (ROS), which are harmful byproducts that can damage cells. When we treated cells with an antioxidant, we found that it significantly reduced the expression of both CHOP and DR5, as well as the associated cell death.
Our results were consistent across both laboratory cell lines and primary synovial cells directly obtained from RA patients. This suggests that DHA may offer a new avenue for treatment by harnessing the body's cellular responses to combat the destructive processes of RA.
Additionally, we observed that DHA was effective in reducing inflammation markers, such as MMP-9 and IL-1β, which are often heightened in autoimmune conditions like RA. The treatment also triggered important cellular responses, including the activation of endoplasmic reticulum (ER) stress markers like CHOP.
We discovered that lowering levels of CHOP or another protein called DR5 improved cell survival and diminished DHA-induced apoptosis. Importantly, our findings revealed that DHA led to an accumulation of reactive oxygen species (ROS), which are harmful byproducts that can damage cells. When we treated cells with an antioxidant, we found that it significantly reduced the expression of both CHOP and DR5, as well as the associated cell death.
Our results were consistent across both laboratory cell lines and primary synovial cells directly obtained from RA patients. This suggests that DHA may offer a new avenue for treatment by harnessing the body's cellular responses to combat the destructive processes of RA.
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User Reviews
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 1 Review
8.5
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9
Fish craving ceased
2 people found this helpful
Effective! I discovered this version of omega from Sasha Avocado @avocadosasha. During my third month of pregnancy, I craved fish despite not eating it for 2-2.5 years. I didn’t take a test for this deficiency. After a month of taking it, my urge for fish vanished. This shows its effectiveness as my diet did not change. I consumed two cans.
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