Absorption
✦Take with a meal containing fat. Choose triglyceride form over ethyl ester for better absorption. Store in fridge to prevent oxidation.
Daily Dose
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Common dose: 1,000–4,000 mg daily in clinical trials.
RDA: No official RDA established.
Upper limit: 3,000 mg per day from supplements.
Best form: EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) from fish oil preferred.
Timing: With meals to enhance absorption.
Higher doses may be needed for specific health conditions. Blood testing and monitoring are advised for high-dose supplementation.
Effects
Food Sources
- Salmon2260mg per 100g
- Mackerel2670mg per 100g
- Herring1729mg per 100g
- Sardines1480mg per 100g
- Chia seeds5060mg ALA per 28g
- Anchovies2113mg per 100g