Q: Is fish oil safe for long-term use?
A: Of course… We take it everyday! Not only is it safe, but long-term use is recommended.
Q: Can I take fish oil if I am allergic to shellfish?
A: Yes. Our fish oil comes from fish. There are no shellfish in the product.
Q: Does omega-3 have any negative interactions with other medication or supplements?
A: No. However, it is best to consult with your health care provider before starting on any omega-3 supplement if you are taking a blood thinning medication and/or blood sugar controlling medication.
Q: How do I keep and store Origin Omega?
A: The shelf life of our Origin Omega is two years from production. The expiration date is printed on each bottle. Our bottles are opaque white and that minimizes the encapsulated oil’s exposure to light. While this helps to protect the fish oil it is always best to store your bottle in a cool, dry, dark place.
Q: From what fish is Origin Omega harvested from?
A: Our origin omega is harvest from wild caught anchovies.
Q: What preservatives are used in Origin Omega?
A: While other products contain magnesium stearate, which can potentially harm your intestines and preventing the proper absorption of nutrients, our Origin Omega uses natural tocopherols ( a form of vitamin E)
Q: If I take flaxseed oil do I still need to supplement with omega-3 fish oil?
A: Flax seed oil has some benefits, but it is important to recognize that it does not contain EPA or DHA. It only contains a plant-derived omega-3 oil called alpha-linoleic acid (ALA). While your body can synthesize EPA and DHA from ALA, it does so at a very low conversion rate. In fact, ALA only converts to EPA at a rate of between 5 and 10%, and DHA at a rate of 2 to 5%. To make matters worse, it is far harder for men to make the conversion from ALA to EPA. Women convert ALA to EPA 2.5 times better than men.
Q: Why does some fish oil cause “fishy burps?” And what can be done about it?
Regardless of preparation, fish is fish… and can reoccur on you to varying degrees. Our fish is super fresh, which greatly eliminates the likelihood of “fishy burps.” Additionally, the triglyceride form, like that found in Origin Omega is far less likely to cause burps than the ethyl ester form, which is more likely to be oxidized and rancid. Should you experience any fish burps, one great tip is to keep the gelcaps in the freezer. When taken frozen they rarely have this effect.
Q: I regularly eat fish. Do I need to supplement with omega-3?
A: That depends. Not all fish are high in EPA and DHA. For example, while wild caught salmon is especially high in EPA/DHA, farm raised salmon has minimal amounts. Fish DO NOT physiologically produce EPA and DHA. Farm raised fish are NOT fed algae, which is the natural source of EPA and DHA, but instead, are raised on a diet high in GMO grains. To be sure you are getting enough EPA and DHA we recommend supplementation to counteract the high levels of inflammatory omega-6 in most diets.