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Max DHA

Jarrow Formulas
4.8
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(1852 ratings)
DHA 600 mg
Fish Oil 968 mg
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Score82
A high DHA softgel with clear active dosing and a focused marine-oil formula. Missing form or quality-control details keep it from being a fully transparent choice.
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Quantity:180 Softgel(s) • (90 servings)
Goals:
Cardiovascular Support

Score 82

A high DHA softgel with clear active dosing and a focused marine-oil formula. Missing form or quality-control details keep it from being a fully transparent choice.
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Analysis

The formula delivers 600 mg of DHA from a fish-derived source, making the active contribution easy to understand. The amount is high, so it suits focused DHA intake.

The listed serving requires two softgels, adding some daily pill burden. The chemical form is not disclosed, leaving absorption quality uncertain.

The fish-oil source may suit people comfortable with marine ingredients. No independent purity verification or clearly identified antioxidant protection is supplied.

Who is it for
  • Adults comfortable with fish-derived omega-3 oil
  • People who prefer premeasured softgels
  • Users who want a clearly stated DHA amount
Best for
  • Targeted DHA intake
  • Cardiovascular-focused omega-3 use when active amounts are verified
  • Simple daily use

Pros

  • Clearly states 600 mg of DHA
  • Provides concentrated DHA from marine oil
  • listed serving requires two softgels, adding some daily pill burden
  • Substantial active DHA amount

Cons

  • Chemical form is not disclosed
  • No independent purity verification is supplied
  • Antioxidant protection is not identified
  • Full serving requires 2 units

Warnings

  • Avoid use if you have a fish allergy.
  • Omega-3 oils can add to bleeding risk with anticoagulant or antiplatelet medicines; review combined use with a clinician.
  • Take with food if the oil causes nausea or reflux.

Nutrient quality

85 Highest impact

Concentrated fish oil supplies a high share of disclosed DHA, but its molecular form and fish species are not stated. The DHA amount is high and clearly meaningful for targeted use, while missing oxidation protection and independent purity testing reduce quality confidence.

Ingredient transparency

79 High impact

The DHA amount is clearly stated and no proprietary blend hides it. Chemical form, oxidation protection, testing, complete directions, or source details remain incomplete.

Customer satisfaction

71 High impact

The aggregate rating is favorable, and the very large review count makes it stable. No detailed feedback is supplied, so repeated complaints and purpose fit cannot be judged.

Value for money

90 Highest impact

A concentrated DHA amount and favorable serving economics provide strong value. Missing EPA and quality-testing details remain the main limitations.

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Goals

Cardiovascular Support
Cardiovascular Support
Impact
High effect
B- Goal FitC Strength of SupportD CoverageB+ Formula Quality
Fish Oil · 968 mg

DHA supports cell membranes and may contribute to cardiovascular health, but EPA is absent. The concentrated fish oil provides a useful DHA amount in a focused softgel.

Lack of EPA limits triglyceride-focused strength and overall omega-3 balance. The exact oil form, oxidation testing, and contaminant certification are not disclosed.

Study evidence
Fish Oil Supportive 185 studies

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Calories
10 Calorie(s)
Total Fat
1 Gram(s)
Fish Oil Concentrate
968 mg
Docosahexaenoic Acid
600 mg
Adults 18–50 Pregnant Children 4+
Report overview
DHA · 600 mg OverallScore50
F Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityD Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyA+ Value

The disclosed DHA provides a high-potency amount, and the oil has a solid active concentration. The DHA form, antioxidant protection, specific fish source, and purity testing are not disclosed. Value per gram of DHA is excellent.

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Fish Oil · 968 mg OverallScore22
F Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityD Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyF Value

The disclosed DHA amount reaches a maintenance-level omega-3 dose and forms a high share of the oil. EPA is not individually disclosed, which limits active-profile transparency and prevents reliable value calculation. The molecular form, purification method, independent testing, fish species, and antioxidant protection are also unstated.

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Purified & Clear Omega 3 Fish Oil 1000 mg

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Fish Oil 1000 mg

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82 Value

RxOmega-3

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<p>A substantial omega-3 amount comes from named small fish in a focused formula. Compared with Max DHA, its lower serving cost and the named fish sources and substantial active amount support a more favorable quality-to-cost balance, although ethyl-ester delivery and duplicated DHA lines reduce absorption quality and label clarity.</p>
84 Value

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<p>A substantial EPA-and-DHA amount is paired with natural vitamin E. Compared with Max DHA, its ingredient advantages and the concentrated active serving and added antioxidant protection support a more favorable quality-to-cost balance, although oil form, fish species, purification, and independent testing are not disclosed.</p>
82 Value

Triple Strength Omega-3

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<p>EPA, DHA, DPA, and other omega-3s create a concentrated and broad fatty-acid blend. Compared with Max DHA, its lower serving cost and the broader named omega-3 profile support a more favorable quality-to-cost balance, although oil form, purification, species, antioxidant protection, and independent testing are not disclosed.</p>
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Sources

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

  1. Marine Omega-3 Supplementation and Cardiovascular Disease: An Updated Meta-Analysis of 13 Randomized Controlled Trials Involving 127 477 Participants.
    Hu Y; Hu FB; Manson JE · Journal of the American Heart Association · 2020
    Meta-analysis127,477 participants13 studies pooledCardiovascular Support forFish Oil
  2. Impact of omega-3 fatty acids on hypertriglyceridemia, lipidomics, and gut microbiome in patients with type 2 diabetes.
    Lu J; Liu R; Ren H; Wang S; Hu C; Shi Z; Li M; Liu W; Wan Q; Su Q; Li Q; Zheng H; Qu S; Yang F; Ji H; Lin H; Qi H; Wu X; Wu K; Chen Y; Xu Y; Xu M; Wang T; Zheng J; Ning G; Zheng R; Bi Y; Zhong H; Wang W · Med (New York, N.Y.) · 2025
    Randomized trial309 participantsCardiovascular Support forFish Oil
  3. A systematic review of fish-oil supplements for the prevention and treatment of hypertension.
    Campbell F; Dickinson HO; Critchley JA; Ford GA; Bradburn M · European journal of preventive cardiology · 2013
    Meta-analysis1,524 participants17 studies pooledCardiovascular Support forFish Oil
  4. Effects of fish oil-derived fatty acids on suboptimal cardiovascular health: A multicenter, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.
    Zeng Q; Dong SY; Liu YP; Fu J; Shuai P; Zhao ZM; Li TX · Nutrition, metabolism, and cardiovascular diseases : NMCD · 2017
    Randomized trial422 participantsCardiovascular Support forFish Oil
  5. Effect of High-Dose Marine Omega-3 Fatty Acids on Atherosclerosis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Randomized Clinical Trials.
    Sekikawa A; Cui C; Sugiyama D; Fabio A; Harris WS; Zhang X · Nutrients · 2020
    Meta-analysis6 studies pooledCardiovascular Support forFish Oil