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EPA Xtra Lemon Flavor

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Omega-3 1640 mg
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Score69
A high total omega-3 amount provides concentrated support, but the EPA-specific profile cannot be confirmed. Missing quality details also weaken confidence at the premium cost.
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Quantity:60 Softgel(s) • (30 servings)
Goals:
Skin Health
Joint Health
Metabolism Boost

Score 69

A high total omega-3 amount provides concentrated support, but the EPA-specific profile cannot be confirmed. Missing quality details also weaken confidence at the premium cost.
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1210.00mg • 60 Softgel(s) servings Omega-3 1210 mg • 60 Softgel(s) • 30 servings $26.31 ($0.87 per serving)
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Analysis

Two lemon-flavored softgels supply 1,640 mg total omega-3, giving the formula substantial fatty-acid depth. Its best fit is broad inflammatory-balance and skin-barrier support rather than a direct metabolism boost.

EPA and DHA are not separated even though EPA is central to the product positioning. No oil source, molecular form, antioxidant protection, or independent purity evidence is provided.

The concentrated amount is useful, but the serving cost is comparatively high. Buyers paying a premium may reasonably want more complete active and quality disclosure.

Who is it for
  • Adults seeking concentrated omega-3
  • People interested in skin or joint support
  • Users comfortable with premium lemon-flavored softgels
Best for
  • High total omega-3 intake
  • Inflammatory-balance support
  • Focused fatty-acid supplementation

Pros

  • Provides 1,640 mg total omega-3
  • Concentrated two-softgel serving
  • Strong depth in one fatty-acid pathway

Cons

  • EPA and DHA amounts are not disclosed
  • Oil source and molecular form are unknown
  • Premium cost without purity or freshness evidence

Warnings

  • Avoid use if you have a fish allergy unless the source is confirmed suitable.
  • The concentrated oil amount may cause fishy burps or digestive upset.
  • Coordinate use with anticoagulant or antiplatelet medicines because high omega-3 intake may increase bleeding tendency.

Nutrient quality

82 Highest impact

The high total omega-3 amount provides strong dose depth. Missing fatty-acid profile and quality details limit confidence.

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Ingredient transparency

66 High impact

The total omega-3 amount is clear and no blend conceals it. Missing EPA and DHA amounts, molecular form, source, purity, and excipient details limit evaluation.

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Customer satisfaction

68 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

60 Moderate impact

The disclosed formula provides moderate value. Missing fatty-acid and quality details prevent a stronger comparison.

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Goals

Skin Health
Skin Health
Impact
High effect
B- Goal FitC Strength of SupportD+ CoverageA Formula Quality
Omega-3 · 1640 mg

The high total omega-3 amount may provide meaningful support for skin barrier lipids and inflammatory balance. Its concentrated serving gives the focused formula useful potential depth.

The EPA and DHA amounts are not disclosed despite the EPA positioning, leaving the key active profile uncertain. Molecular form, oil source, oxidation protection, and independent purity evidence are also absent.

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 · 1640 mg

A substantial total omega-3 amount may support inflammatory balance relevant to joint comfort. Human evidence is moderately supportive, but the missing EPA and DHA split prevents a precise assessment of the active profile.

The formula provides depth in one fatty-acid pathway rather than cartilage or lubrication support. A streamlined design is coherent, although incomplete form and source details reduce confidence in delivery quality.

Study evidence
Omega-3 Supportive 40 studies
Metabolism Boost
Metabolism Boost
Impact
Moderate effect
D Goal FitD+ Strength of SupportF CoverageA Formula Quality
Omega-3 · 1640 mg

A substantial total omega-3 amount may support cardiometabolic health, but omega-3 fats do not reliably increase resting metabolic rate. Missing EPA and DHA amounts prevent a precise judgment of the active contribution.

The softgel formula is focused, yet molecular form, oil source, oxidation protection, and independent testing are not disclosed. It is better suited to general omega-3 support than a direct metabolism boost.

Study evidence
Omega-3 Supportive 42 studies

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Calories
25 Calorie(s)
Total Fat
2 Gram(s)
Total Omega-3 Fatty Acids
1640 mg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50
Report overview
Omega-3 · 1640 mg OverallScore36
F Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityF Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyB+ Value

A high total omega amount supports a concentrated serving in practical terms. Yet the EPA and DHA split, molecular form, source protection, and independent purity evidence are not provided. Value appears good when calculated from total omega rather than confirmed EPA and DHA.

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Sources

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

  1. 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
  2. Prenatal Omega-3 Supplementation and Eczema Risk among Offspring at Age 36 Months.
    Berman D; Clinton C; Limb R; Somers EC; Romero V; Mozurkewich E · Insights in allergy, asthma & bronchitis · 2020
    Randomized trial84 participantsSkin Health forOmega-3
  3. 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
  4. The association of organophosphate flame retardants (OPFRs) exposure on omega-3 fatty acids metabolism: evidence derived from the United States general population.
    Hsu TH; Pan HY; Tsai KF; Kung CT; Huang WT; You HL; Li SH; Wang CC; Lee WC; Cheng FJ · Toxicology research · 2025
    Cross-sectional study1,350 participantsMetabolism Boost forOmega-3
  5. 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
  6. 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
  7. 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
  8. 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
  9. 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
  10. 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
  11. 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
  12. 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
  13. 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
  14. 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
  15. 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
  16. 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