Overview

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 36 Researches
7.5
USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 13 Reviews
8
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 Softgel
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Calories
10
 
Total Fat
1 g
1%*
Polyunsaturated Fat
1 g
Fish Oil Concentrate
1 g (1,000 mg)
Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA)
500 mg
Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)
250 mg

Top Medical Research Studies

We explored the effects of omega-3 fatty acids, specifically EPA and DHA, on heart failure markers in patients who had suffered a heart attack. In a large study involving nearly 4,837 participants aged 60-80, we administered various types of margarine for 40 months, some enriched with these fatty acids.

However, our results indicated that there was no significant change in NT-proBNP levels, a crucial heart failure biomarker, among those taking the supplements compared to a placebo group. Thus, it appears that modest EPA and DHA supplementation does not significantly affect heart failure risks after a myocardial infarction.
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9.5
DHA enhances heart recovery post-MI
We aimed to understand the role of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) in improving heart function after a heart attack. Using both laboratory and animal models, we discovered that DHA helps cardiomyocytes survive oxygen deprivation and limits damage post-heart attack.

DHA reduced heart tissue injury and improved overall heart function. Our results showed that it promotes a protective process known as autophagy, which is linked to the AMPK/mTOR signaling pathway. This study highlights the potential of DHA in supporting heart health after a myocardial infarction.
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We explored how two omega-3 fatty acids, EPA and DHA, affect heart attack damage by testing them in adult male rats over 14 days. After subjecting these animals to a heart injury, we measured the damage.

Our findings revealed that both EPA and DHA effectively reduced heart attack size when tested alone, while their combination didn’t show any added benefit. Notably, DHA also decreased specific cellular activities related to damage, making it a standout in promoting heart health in our model.
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Most Useful Reviews

9
Supports heart health
6 people found this helpful
I started using this supplement for my heart and vascular system. At 27, I experienced heart tingling which was concerning. Despite taking various vitamins and coenzyme q10, I found my omega-3 levels were low. After starting omega-3, my heart issues resolved. I hope this helps others too!
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9
Reduced cholesterol levels
2 people found this helpful
This product has been outstanding for heart health. After following Dr Oz's advice, my husband and I saw our CRP levels drop significantly after eight months. No adverse effects either. Wishing everyone good health!
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9
Supports male fertility
1 people found this helpful
DHA is essential for health. I advised a friend to take DHA-500 for better heart and men's health, and it helped him conceive within a month. It is crucial for sperm motility and overall vitality.
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Medical Researches

SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Possibly Effective
Based on 36 Researches
7.5
  • All Researches
9.5
DHA enhances heart recovery post-MI
We aimed to understand the role of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) in improving heart function after a heart attack. Using both laboratory and animal models, we discovered that DHA helps cardiomyocytes survive oxygen deprivation and limits damage post-heart attack.

DHA reduced heart tissue injury and improved overall heart function. Our results showed that it promotes a protective process known as autophagy, which is linked to the AMPK/mTOR signaling pathway. This study highlights the potential of DHA in supporting heart health after a myocardial infarction.
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We investigated how eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) influence heart function after a heart attack in rats. Our study showed both EPA and DHA improved heart health by reducing heart cell enlargement and preventing worsening heart failure. We found that they effectively inhibited certain cellular activities linked to heart muscle damage. Rats receiving these treatments maintained better heart function and showed less structural damage over six weeks. Ultimately, both EPA and DHA offered similar protective benefits after heart attacks.
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9
Omega-3 shows promise in heart attacks
We examined how an intravenous bolus of Omega-3, specifically a ratio of EPA to DHA at 6:1, affects heart function during myocardial ischemia-reperfusion in a rat model. Administering this Omega-3 before the reperfusion showed significant improvements in blood pressure and blood flow, while reducing markers of heart damage and inflammation. These findings suggest that while it's effective in rats, further research is necessary to see how it might work in human heart attack scenarios.
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We explored how two omega-3 fatty acids, EPA and DHA, affect heart attack damage by testing them in adult male rats over 14 days. After subjecting these animals to a heart injury, we measured the damage.

Our findings revealed that both EPA and DHA effectively reduced heart attack size when tested alone, while their combination didn’t show any added benefit. Notably, DHA also decreased specific cellular activities related to damage, making it a standout in promoting heart health in our model.
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9
Eicosapentaenoic acid aids recovery
We explored the role of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) in heart attack recovery, particularly its effect on restoring blood flow during ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI). Our focus was on understanding whether higher levels of EPA relative to arachidonic acid could lead to faster recovery and better outcomes for patients experiencing this type of heart attack.

The study revealed that patients with elevated EPA levels indeed showed quicker restoration of coronary blood flow. This is promising, as efficient blood flow restoration is critical in minimizing heart damage during a heart attack. However, it’s essential to note that the effectiveness of EPA may vary based on other treatments the patients are receiving.

These findings suggest a positive link between EPA and heart attack recovery, but further investigation is necessary to determine the best approaches for integrating EPA into treatment protocols. Ultimately, while we observed encouraging results, the interplay between dietary interventions and other medical treatments warrants additional research.
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User Reviews

USERS' SCORE
Good
Based on 13 Reviews
8
  • All Reviews
  • Positive Reviews
  • Negative Reviews
9
Supports heart health
6 people found this helpful
I started using this supplement for my heart and vascular system. At 27, I experienced heart tingling which was concerning. Despite taking various vitamins and coenzyme q10, I found my omega-3 levels were low. After starting omega-3, my heart issues resolved. I hope this helps others too!
Read More
9
Reduced cholesterol levels
2 people found this helpful
This product has been outstanding for heart health. After following Dr Oz's advice, my husband and I saw our CRP levels drop significantly after eight months. No adverse effects either. Wishing everyone good health!
Read More
9
Supports male fertility
1 people found this helpful
DHA is essential for health. I advised a friend to take DHA-500 for better heart and men's health, and it helped him conceive within a month. It is crucial for sperm motility and overall vitality.
Read More
9
Supports heart muscle
This supplement is great for hair, skin, nails, and stimulating the heart muscle. Although it's my first experience with this particular type, I can't be without omega-3 for my overall health.
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7.5
Helpful for recovery
241 people found this helpful
Natural and beneficial. It’s a great supplement, especially for older people needing prevention after a heart attack. My relative has found it very supportive following theirs.
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Frequently Asked Questions

9
Supports male fertility
1 people found this helpful
DHA is essential for health. I advised a friend to take DHA-500 for better heart and men's health, and it helped him conceive within a month. It is crucial for sperm motility and overall vitality.
9
Reduced cholesterol levels
2 people found this helpful
This product has been outstanding for heart health. After following Dr Oz's advice, my husband and I saw our CRP levels drop significantly after eight months. No adverse effects either. Wishing everyone good health!
7.5
Helpful for recovery
241 people found this helpful
Natural and beneficial. It’s a great supplement, especially for older people needing prevention after a heart attack. My relative has found it very supportive following theirs.
9
Supports heart health
6 people found this helpful
I started using this supplement for my heart and vascular system. At 27, I experienced heart tingling which was concerning. Despite taking various vitamins and coenzyme q10, I found my omega-3 levels were low. After starting omega-3, my heart issues resolved. I hope this helps others too!
7.5
Improves heart function
2 people found this helpful
A miraculous supplement! DHA is vital for heart health, aiding in cholesterol reduction and improving circulation. My family takes two capsules daily, and our health has significantly improved, especially my parents' after their heart issues.
9
Promotes heart health
1 people found this helpful
"Ultra Omega-3" by Now Foods enhances overall health. Its ingredients are beneficial for the cardiovascular system, helping with blood flow and reducing heart attack risks. I recommend taking one capsule daily.
9
Supports cardiovascular health
1 people found this helpful
The BEST MEGA-O! Since my Multiple Sclerosis diagnosis, this supplement has been lifesaving. Along with antioxidants, it has positively influenced my health, reducing inflammation and normalising cholesterol while improving heart health.
7.5
Helpful for heart
High-concentration DHA supplements benefit the heart, brain, and blood vessels, particularly after heart attack incidents.
6
Lowers cholesterol effectively
A high dose of healthy omega fatty acids helps lower cholesterol and nourishes the heart.
8
We explored how different types of fatty acids in our body, specifically n-3 and n-6 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs), relate to the risk of heart attacks. Analyzing data from a large cohort, we found that both n-3 fractions and their ratios with n-6 PUFAs were linked to a lower chance of a heart attack. However, the ratios showed better predictive power. This suggests tailoring our diets to improve these ratios could be a promising approach for reducing heart attack risks in the broader population.
We aimed to understand how docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) treatment influences the risk of heart attacks among individuals at risk for cardiovascular events. The research involved analyzing data from eighteen randomized controlled trials, which collectively included over 134,000 participants. These trials compared the effects of different omega-3 fatty acid combinations, including DHA alone, against control groups.

Overall, we found that omega-3 supplementation, particularly eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) combined with DHA, significantly reduced the risk of heart attacks. However, when it comes to DHA alone, the results were not as clear-cut. While DHA is often included in omega-3 formulations, its isolated impact on heart attack risk wasn’t explicitly determined in the trials.

Interestingly, participants who received EPA showed an even greater reduction in the risk of revascularization and other cardiovascular outcomes compared to those who received the combination with DHA. This suggests that while DHA has its benefits, EPA seems to take the lead in providing protective effects against heart attacks.

The overall findings encourage further exploration of the individual roles of these omega-3 fatty acids, particularly in relation to heart health, to clarify if and how they might specifically contribute to lowering heart attack risks in different populations.
We investigated how eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) influence heart function after a heart attack in rats. Our study showed both EPA and DHA improved heart health by reducing heart cell enlargement and preventing worsening heart failure. We found that they effectively inhibited certain cellular activities linked to heart muscle damage. Rats receiving these treatments maintained better heart function and showed less structural damage over six weeks. Ultimately, both EPA and DHA offered similar protective benefits after heart attacks.
9.5
DHA enhances heart recovery post-MI
We aimed to understand the role of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) in improving heart function after a heart attack. Using both laboratory and animal models, we discovered that DHA helps cardiomyocytes survive oxygen deprivation and limits damage post-heart attack.

DHA reduced heart tissue injury and improved overall heart function. Our results showed that it promotes a protective process known as autophagy, which is linked to the AMPK/mTOR signaling pathway. This study highlights the potential of DHA in supporting heart health after a myocardial infarction.
We set out to understand how docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) impacts the risk of major cardiovascular events, such as heart attacks. In our study, we analyzed data from nearly 1,000 people who had undergone coronary angiography to measure levels of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and DHA in their blood.

Our findings revealed that while higher levels of EPA were linked to a decreased risk of major cardiovascular events, DHA did not show a similar benefit. In fact, when higher levels of DHA were present alongside low levels of EPA, the protective effect of EPA seemed to diminish, leading to a higher risk of adverse cardiovascular outcomes.

Interestingly, our analysis indicated that having a balanced EPA/DHA ratio was associated with better long-term heart health outcomes. Overall, this suggests that simply increasing DHA may not help, and it could even interfere with the protective benefits of EPA when EPA levels are low.

Our study helps clarify the complex relationship between these omega-3 fatty acids and cardiovascular health, especially in light of mixed findings in previous research about combined EPA and DHA supplementation.

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