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Ultimate Omega 2X Lemon

Nordic Naturals
4.9
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(3129 ratings)
Omega-3 2150 mg
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Score70
A clearly positioned formula offers practical strengths for its intended use. The supplied facts do not provide a trustworthy EPA-to-DHA split and the serving cost is high.
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Quantity:180 Softgel(s) • (90 servings)
Goals:
Skin Health
Joint Health
Metabolism Boost

Score 70

A clearly positioned formula offers practical strengths for its intended use. The supplied facts do not provide a trustworthy EPA-to-DHA split and the serving cost is high.
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$120.66($1.34 per serving)
iHerb
$ 120.66
Daily Vita
$ 120.66
Vitacost
$ 129.15
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Analysis

The softgels provide a very high 2,150 mg total omega-3 amount for concentrated daily use. The larger supply may suit experienced users who consistently need high potency.

The supplied facts do not provide a trustworthy EPA-to-DHA split and the serving cost is high. The large total should not be assumed to match a specific therapeutic fatty-acid ratio.

It fits adults seeking high-strength fish oil who have confirmed that the amount is appropriate. Lower-dose products are more economical and easier to tolerate for routine maintenance.

Who is it for
  • adults seeking high-strength fish oil who have confirmed that the amount is appropriate
  • Users comfortable with the stated format
  • People who have reviewed the formula’s key limitations
Best for
  • High-strength omega-3 use
  • Longer concentrated supply
  • Users who prefer softgels to liquid

Pros

  • Very high total omega-3 amount
  • Large package
  • Convenient premeasured softgels

Cons

  • EPA and DHA split is unclear
  • High serving cost
  • Large amount may increase tolerance issues

Warnings

  • Fish oil may add to bleeding risk with anticoagulant or antiplatelet medicines
  • Avoid if fish allergy applies unless the source is confirmed safe
  • Large omega-3 servings can cause reflux, loose stools, or easy bruising

Nutrient quality

78 High impact

The high omega-3 amount provides substantial dose depth in a focused softgel. Missing form, source, freshness protection, and purity details weaken confidence in ingredient quality.

Ingredient transparency

59 Moderate impact

The main actives are named, but important dose or potency details remain incomplete. Missing complete directions and excipient information keep the supplied label details incomplete.

Customer satisfaction

73 High impact

A strong supplied average and substantial response volume supports customer confidence. No specific feedback was provided to assess repeated complaints or purpose-related experiences.

Value for money

74 High impact

Useful active delivery provides reasonable practical value. Category competitiveness is sound but not exceptional.

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Goals

Skin Health
Impact
Highest effect
A Goal FitB Strength of SupportB- CoverageA+ Formula Quality
Omega-3 · 2150 mg

A highly concentrated omega-three serving may support skin-barrier lipids and balanced inflammatory signaling. EPA and DHA have strong human evidence for these underlying pathways.

Repeated total-omega entries make the exact EPA and DHA breakdown unclear. Molecular form, fish source, oxidation protection, and independent purity testing are also missing.

Study evidence
Omega-3 Supportive 35 studies
Joint Health
Impact
Highest effect
A- Goal FitB Strength of SupportC CoverageA+ Formula Quality
Omega-3 · 2150 mg

A highly concentrated omega-3 serving provides direct EPA and DHA support for inflammatory balance and joint comfort. The label data does not clearly separate the EPA and DHA amounts, and molecular form, source, oxidation protection, and purity testing are missing.

The product offers excellent depth in one well-supported pathway. It does not provide cartilage building blocks or direct lubrication support, but its focused design does not require broad coverage.

Study evidence
Omega-3 Supportive 40 studies
Metabolism Boost
Impact
Moderate effect
D- Goal FitC+ Strength of SupportD- CoverageB+ Formula Quality
Omega-3 · 2150 mg

A concentrated omega-three serving may support lipid handling and insulin sensitivity, but it is not a direct metabolism booster. The formula does not include caffeine, green tea, carnitine, thyroid nutrients, or glycemic minerals.

The total omega-three amount is substantial, yet the repeated label entries do not provide a conventional EPA and DHA breakdown. Missing molecular form, source, and purity details further limit quality assessment.

Study evidence
Omega-3 Supportive 42 studies

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Calories
25 Calorie(s)
Total Fat
2.5 Gram(s)
Total Omega-3 Fatty Acids (Docosahexaenoic Acid, Eicosapentaenoic Acid, Other Omega-3 Fatty Acids)
2150 mg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50
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F Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityB- Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyA+ Value

The supplied label data separately associates amounts with EPA and DHA and indicates a highly concentrated omega-3 serving. Molecular form, fish source, antioxidant protection, and independent purity verification are not shown, which limits confidence in absorption and freshness. Active-amount cost appears favorable, although the repeated total-omega entries make the fatty-acid breakdown less clear than a conventional EPA and DHA panel.

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Sources

Published studies used for the product analysis and the top-ranked studies for each ingredient and goal.

  1. Supplementation of fish oil and olive oil in patients with rheumatoid arthritis.
    Berbert AA; Kondo CR; Almendra CL; Matsuo T; Dichi I · Nutrition (Burbank, Los Angeles County, Calif.) · 2005
    Randomized trial43 participantsJoint Health forOmega-3
  2. Krill oil improved osteoarthritic knee pain in adults with mild to moderate knee osteoarthritis: a 6-month multicenter, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.
    Stonehouse W; Benassi-Evans B; Bednarz J; Vincent AD; Hall S; Hill CL · The American journal of clinical nutrition · 2022
    Randomized trial235 participantsJoint Health forOmega-3
  3. Effects of omega-3 supplementation on lipid metabolism, inflammation, and disease activity in rheumatoid arthritis: a meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.
    Wang W; Xu Y; Zhou J; Zang Y · Clinical rheumatology · 2024
    Meta-analysis1,018 participants18 studies pooledJoint Health forOmega-3
  4. Impact of type and dose of oral polyunsaturated fatty acid supplementation on disease activity in inflammatory rheumatic diseases: a systematic literature review and meta-analysis.
    Sigaux J; Mathieu S; Nguyen Y; Sanchez P; Letarouilly JG; Soubrier M; Czernichow S; Flipo RM; Sellam J; Daïen C · Arthritis research & therapy · 2022
    Meta-analysis1,420 participants30 studies pooledJoint Health forOmega-3
  5. A meta-analysis of the analgesic effects of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acid supplementation for inflammatory joint pain.
    Goldberg RJ; Katz J · Pain · 2007
    Meta-analysis17 studies pooledJoint Health forOmega-3
  6. Effects of omega-3 supplementation on glucose and lipid metabolism in patients with gestational diabetes: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.
    Liu W; Gao M; Yang S; Sun C; Bi Y; Li Y; Wang J; Yuan X · Journal of diabetes and its complications · 2023
    Meta-analysis331 participants6 studies pooledMetabolism Boost forOmega-3
  7. Hepatic de novo lipogenesis is suppressed and fat oxidation is increased by omega-3 fatty acids at the expense of glucose metabolism.
    Green CJ; Pramfalk C; Charlton CA; Gunn PJ; Cornfield T; Pavlides M; Karpe F; Hodson L · BMJ open diabetes research & care · 2021
    Randomized trial38 participantsMetabolism Boost forOmega-3
  8. Clinical and metabolic response to flaxseed oil omega-3 fatty acids supplementation in patients with diabetic foot ulcer: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.
    Soleimani Z; Hashemdokht F; Bahmani F; Taghizadeh M; Memarzadeh MR; Asemi Z · Journal of diabetes and its complications · 2018
    Randomized trial60 participantsMetabolism Boost Skin Health forOmega-3
  9. The Effects of Flaxseed Oil Omega-3 Fatty Acids Supplementation on Metabolic Status of Patients with Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial.
    Mirmasoumi G; Fazilati M; Foroozanfard F; Vahedpoor Z; Mahmoodi S; Taghizadeh M; Esfeh NK; Mohseni M; Karbassizadeh H; Asemi Z · Experimental and clinical endocrinology & diabetes : official journal, German Society of Endocrinology [and] German Diabetes Association · 2018
    Randomized trial60 participantsMetabolism Boost forOmega-3
  10. A combination of omega-3 and plant sterols regulate glucose and lipid metabolism in individuals with impaired glucose regulation: a randomized and controlled clinical trial.
    Wang JF; Zhang HM; Li YY; Xia S; Wei Y; Yang L; Wang D; Ye JJ; Li HX; Yuan J; Pan RR · Lipids in health and disease · 2019
    Randomized trial200 participantsMetabolism Boost forOmega-3
  11. Dietetic intervention in psoriatic arthritis: the DIETA trial.
    Leite BF; Morimoto MA; Gomes CMF; Klemz BNC; Genaro PS; Shivappa N; Hébert JR; Damasceno NRT; Pinheiro MM · Advances in rheumatology (London, England) · 2022
    Randomized trial97 participantsSkin Health forOmega-3
  12. Omega-3 fatty acid supplement skin cancer prophylaxis in lung transplant recipients: A randomized, controlled pilot trial.
    Miura K; Vail A; Chambers D; Hopkins PM; Ferguson L; Grant M; Rhodes LE; Green AC · The Journal of heart and lung transplantation : the official publication of the International Society for Heart Transplantation · 2019
    Randomized trial49 participantsSkin Health forOmega-3
  13. Treatment of hard-to-heal wounds in ischaemic lower extremities with a novel fish skin-derived matrix.
    Lee YJ; Han HJ; Shim HS · Journal of wound care · 2024
    Randomized trial50 participantsSkin Health forOmega-3
  14. Effect of eicosapentaenoic acid, an omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acid, on UVR-related cancer risk in humans. An assessment of early genotoxic markers.
    Rhodes LE; Shahbakhti H; Azurdia RM; Moison RM; Steenwinkel MJ; Homburg MI; Dean MP; McArdle F; Beijersbergen van Henegouwen GM; Epe B; Vink AA · Carcinogenesis · 2003
    Randomized trial42 participantsSkin Health forOmega-3