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Arctic Cod Liver Oil

Nordic Naturals
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(5651 ratings)
Omega-3 1060 mg
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Score76
A substantial unflavored liquid omega-3 serving offers good routine value. The missing active split and oil-quality detail remain meaningful weaknesses.
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Quantity:8 Fluid Ounce(s) • (48 servings)
Goals:
Skin Health
Joint Health
Metabolism Boost

Score 76

A substantial unflavored liquid omega-3 serving offers good routine value. The missing active split and oil-quality detail remain meaningful weaknesses.
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Lemon Omega-3 1060 mg • 8 Fluid Ounce(s) • 48 servings $27.16 ($0.56 per serving) Strawberry Omega-3 1060 mg • 8 Fluid Ounce(s) • 48 servings $27.16 ($0.56 per serving) Orange Omega-3 1060 mg • 8 Fluid Ounce(s) • 48 servings $27.16 ($0.56 per serving)
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Analysis

A liquid serving provides 1,060 mg total omega-3 from cod liver oil without a listed flavor. The small vitamin A amount contributes little to the central fatty-acid purpose.

The amount is relevant to skin-barrier and joint inflammatory pathways but not direct metabolic stimulation. EPA and DHA, molecular form, antioxidant protection, and independent purity evidence are absent.

The liquid suits users who prefer an unflavored, capsule-free routine and can measure servings consistently. Value is good, although quality transparency remains limited.

Who is it for
  • Adults who prefer unflavored liquid fish oil
  • People seeking substantial omega-3 intake
  • Users who avoid softgels
Best for
  • Capsule-free omega-3 supplementation
  • Skin and joint support
  • A simple liquid routine

Pros

  • Provides 1,060 mg total omega-3
  • Unflavored liquid option
  • Good value across 48 servings

Cons

  • EPA and DHA amounts are not separated
  • Molecular form and freshness protection are unknown
  • No independent purity evidence is supplied

Warnings

  • Avoid use if you have a fish allergy.
  • Liquid fish oil may cause burping, loose stool, or stomach upset.
  • Coordinate substantial omega-3 intake with anticoagulant or antiplatelet medicines.

Nutrient quality

81 Highest impact

The substantial total omega-3 amount provides useful daily fatty-acid depth. Missing fatty-acid profile and quality details limit confidence.

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Ingredient transparency

70 High impact

The cod liver source and total omega-3 amount provide useful label detail. EPA and DHA, molecular form, antioxidant protection, purity, directions, and excipients remain incomplete.

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Customer satisfaction

71 High impact

The supplied aggregate satisfaction signal is favorable and supported by meaningful response volume. Specific experience details are absent, so complaint patterns and purpose fit cannot be confirmed.

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Value for money

81 Highest impact

Meaningful active depth provides a credible value foundation. Attractive serving value helps offset incomplete omega specification.

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Goals

Skin Health
Skin Health
Impact
Moderate effect
B- Goal FitD+ Strength of SupportD+ CoverageB Formula Quality
Omega-3 · 1060 mg

The substantial total omega-3 amount may support the skin's lipid barrier and help moderate inflammatory stress. Evidence for omega-3 and barrier function is relevant, although the label does not identify the EPA and DHA amounts needed to judge the active profile.

The formula is focused and supplies a meaningful amount of its main skin-relevant nutrient. Missing molecular-form, antioxidant-protection, and purity details limit confidence in absorption, freshness, and quality.

Study evidence
Omega-3 Supportive 35 studies
Joint Health
Joint Health
Impact
Moderate effect
C Goal FitC- Strength of SupportD CoverageA- Formula Quality
Omega-3 · 1060 mg

The substantial total omega-3 amount may support inflammatory balance relevant to joint comfort. Cod liver oil provides a traditional marine source, but separate EPA and DHA amounts are not shown.

The formula concentrates on one fatty-acid pathway rather than structural or lubrication support. Clear total omega-3 disclosure is helpful, while missing molecular form, antioxidant protection, and purity information limit quality confidence.

Study evidence
Omega-3 Supportive 40 studies
Metabolism Boost
Metabolism Boost
Impact
Moderate effect
D Goal FitD+ Strength of SupportF CoverageB+ Formula Quality
Omega-3 · 1060 mg

Cod liver oil provides substantial total omega-3 and a small vitamin A amount, but neither is a direct metabolic stimulant. Missing EPA and DHA amounts make its effect on metabolic pathways difficult to judge.

The simple liquid may support general nutrition more than energy expenditure or fat oxidation. Molecular form, oxidation protection, and independent purity testing are not disclosed.

Study evidence
Omega-3 Supportive 42 studies

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Calories
45 Calorie(s)
Total Fat
5 Gram(s)
Cholesterol
20 mg
Vitamin A
40 mcg RAE
Total Omega-3 Fatty Acids
1060 mg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50 Dairy Free
Report overview
Omega-3 · 1060 mg OverallScore40
F Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityF Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyA+ Value

The unflavored cod liver oil delivers a substantial total omega amount. Its molecular form and EPA-to-DHA profile are not disclosed, while antioxidant and independent purity details are absent. Value appears excellent based on the available total omega figure.

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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