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Omega-3 Phospholipids

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Omega-3 500 mg
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Score70
Phospholipid delivery is a meaningful strength, but modest total omega-3, high cost, and missing EPA/DHA details limit value.
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Quantity:60 Softgel(s) • (30 servings)
Goals:
Skin Health

Score 70

Phospholipid delivery is a meaningful strength, but modest total omega-3, high cost, and missing EPA/DHA details limit value.
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$39.06($1.30 per serving)
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$ 39.06
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$ 39.06
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$ 39.06
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$ 39.06
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Analysis

The softgel combines total omega-3 with a substantial phospholipid matrix. Phospholipids offer an absorption-oriented delivery approach and may integrate well with cell membranes.

The actual EPA and DHA amounts are not stated, and the marine source is unclear. No antioxidant system or purity verification is provided, while the serving value is weak for the declared total omega amount.

The product fits adults specifically interested in phospholipid delivery and willing to pay for that feature. Those focused on maximizing EPA and DHA per serving need a clearer, more concentrated label.

Who is it for
  • Adults prioritizing phospholipid omega delivery
  • People focused on membrane or skin-barrier support
Best for
  • Absorption-oriented omega delivery
  • General skin-barrier support

Pros

  • Substantial phospholipid content
  • Moderate total omega-3 amount
  • Focused softgel format

Cons

  • EPA and DHA are not separated
  • Oil source and antioxidant protection are missing
  • Weak value for the declared active amount

Warnings

  • The marine-oil positioning may be unsuitable for people with fish or shellfish allergy because the exact source is not stated

Nutrient quality

85 Highest impact

Phospholipid delivery is a meaningful form advantage for omega-3 absorption. The modest total amount and missing EPA and DHA breakdown limit active depth.

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Ingredient transparency

67 High impact

Total omega-3 and phospholipid amounts are clearly stated without a proprietary blend. EPA, DHA, oil source, other ingredients, and complete directions remain absent.

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Customer satisfaction

70 High impact

The supplied satisfaction average is strong and has large supporting volume. No specific experience details are provided to assess repeated complaints or alignment with the intended use.

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Value for money

55 Moderate impact

The phospholipid form provides a real quality advantage. A premium serving cost and modest omega-3 amount make dose efficiency weak.

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Goals

Skin Health
Skin Health
Impact
High effect
C+ Goal FitC- Strength of SupportC- CoverageA Formula Quality
Omega-3 · 500 mg

Omega-3s in a phospholipid matrix have strong absorption potential and may support the skin's lipid barrier. The added phospholipids create a more skin-relevant delivery concept than an unspecified standard oil alone.

The total omega-3 amount is modest, and EPA and DHA are not separately disclosed. Unknown oil source, antioxidant protection, and purity verification limit confidence despite the favorable phospholipid form.

Study evidence
Omega-3 Supportive 35 studies

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Calories
15 Calorie(s)
Total Fat
1.5 Gram(s)
Cholesterol
40 mg
Total Omega-3 Fatty Acids
500 mg
Total Phospholipids
350 mg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50
Report overview
Omega-3 · 500 mg OverallScore44
B- Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityF Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyF Value

The phospholipid delivery form supports strong absorption potential. However, the label gives only total omega-3 and does not show the source, antioxidant protection, or independent purity verification. The high cost relative to the declared omega amount makes value weak.

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Sources

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

  1. 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
  2. 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
  3. 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 participantsSkin Health forOmega-3
  4. 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
  5. 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