Highly Concentrated EPA and DHA . Nutraceutical Sciences Institute offers the largest selection of pure and great -tasting omega oils and softgels - Pharmaceutical Grade - Molecularly Distilled with high elemental levels of Omega-3 EPA & DHA, and purified through molecular distillation to ensure the absence of impurities, including PCBs and heavy metals. All Nutraceutical Sciences Institute products surpass all national and international pharmaceutical standards for freshness and purity, and are free from heavy metals, dioxins, and PCBs. Every batch is lab tested to guarantee exceptional freshness and purity levels. How Does NSI® Mega EFA Omega-3 EPA & DHA work? Omega-3 essential fatty acids (EFAs) are polyunsaturated "good" fats found in oil from coldwater fish such as salmon, mackerel and tuna, or in seeds of flax, walnuts, hemp and other plants. They're classified as "essential" because your body needs them for complete health, yet cannot produce them on its own. They must be obtained through diet or supplementation. Omega-3 EFAs play an important part in cardiovascular wellness by helping to maintain healthy cholesterol levels, blood pressure and heartbeat. They're believed to reduce the "stickiness" of blood cells (also known as platelet aggregation), promoting healthy circulation. The American Heart Association recommends consuming fatty fish at least twice a week, or that omega-3 EFAs be obtained through regular supplementation, for heart health protection. Omega-3 EFAs may also contribute to neurological, or brain, health. Nearly 60 percent of the human brain is composed of structural fat, a third of which is docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). DHA is essential for the proper growth and development of the infant brain, and appears to affect function throughout one's lifetime. Low levels of this important fatty acid may be connected to increased incidence of poor mood, personality and behavior. Because omega-3 EFAs can be converted into anti-inflammatory substances (prostaglandins and leukotrines), they're also believed to provide joint support, promoting flexibility, mobility and potential pain relief. NSI® Mega EFA Omega-3 EPA & DHA has been formulated to contain optimal levels of the omega-3 EFAs, eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA). While typical fish oil supplements contain only 180 mg of EPA and 120 mg of DHA, Mega EFA Omega-3 EPA & DHA contains 400 mg of EPA and 200 mg of DHA per one-softgel serving. Mega EFA contains oil from fresh, deep-sea, coldwater sardines and anchovies, harvested from waters off the coast of South America. It also undergoes the process of molecular distillation to ensure mercury and any other potential contaminants are eliminated. Mega EFA conforms to the Council for Responsible Nutrition's (CRN) monograph, which establishes strict quality standards for manufacturing marine-sourced omega-3 EFAs. In addition, it's the only fish oil product on the market to contain USP-verified ingredients, thus setting the standard for quality. NSI® Mega EFA Omega-3 EPA & DHA is better because it:. Contains optimal levels of omega-3 EFAs, EPA and DHA, together in one easy-to-take softgel. Is derived from high-quality, molecularly distilled fish body oil, not fish liver oil.
Average Customer Rating:
4.6 out of 5
180 of 196 (92%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for NSI Mega EFA® Omega -3 EPA & DHA - 240 Softgels
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
July 18, 2008
By nacy
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
5
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Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
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"This is the best value for essential fatty acids I have found, and the thing I like best is that there is no bad aftertaste--if anything, it's a mild strawberry flavor. Easy to swallow."
Age:
55-64
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
3-5 supplements daily
Referral source:
Self-referred
Reason for usage:
Specific health concern
Duration of use:
Over 180 days
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Review 2 for NSI Mega EFA® Omega -3 EPA & DHA - 240 Softgels
Overall Rating:
3
out of 5
Big Gels to Swallow,
July 17, 2008
By simmie83from Baltimore, MD
Value:
3
out of 5
Quality:
4
out of 5
Effectiveness:
4
out of 5
Satisfaction:
3
out of 5
"Outise of the vastness of the gel capsule, it is a good product."
Age:
25-34
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
1-2 supplements daily
Referral source:
Self-referred
Reason for usage:
Promote overall health
Duration of use:
30-60 days
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Review 3 for NSI Mega EFA® Omega -3 EPA & DHA - 240 Softgels
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
great product,
July 2, 2008
By Anonymous Reviewer
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
5
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Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"This has, by far, the most "bang for your buck" of any fish oil product. With most, the concentrations of dha and epa are so low you have to take 2-3x as many pills"
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Review 4 for NSI Mega EFA® Omega -3 EPA & DHA - 240 Softgels
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
great for menopausal hot flashes,
July 1, 2008
By tonnierayfrom Searcy Arkansas
Value:
5
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Quality:
5
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Effectiveness:
5
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Satisfaction:
5
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"Best product for hot flashes!!"
Age:
45-54
Daily supplement usage:
1-2 supplements daily
Referral source:
Friend
Reason for usage:
Specific health concern
Duration of use:
Over 180 days
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Review 5 for NSI Mega EFA® Omega -3 EPA & DHA - 240 Softgels
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
June 26, 2008
By CWTu
Value:
5
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Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"Excellent value. The capsules are large, but can be easily swallowed. Purity/ratios of product is a real plus."
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Review 6 for NSI Mega EFA® Omega -3 EPA & DHA - 240 Softgels
Overall Rating:
4
out of 5
I don't feel smarter,
June 23, 2008
By surfh2ofrom East VA
Value:
4
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Quality:
3
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Effectiveness:
3
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Satisfaction:
3
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"Does my body really need this? Not sure. Am I smarter? I don't know. Do they say I need this? Yes, they do. Is my vision better? No. Hmm I guess I keep taking it."
Age:
25-34
Gender:
Male
Daily supplement usage:
1-2 supplements daily
Reason for usage:
Promote overall health
Duration of use:
Less than 30 days
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Review 7 for NSI Mega EFA® Omega -3 EPA & DHA - 240 Softgels
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Quality product,
June 22, 2008
By Merinafrom Spruce Pine, N.C.
Value:
5
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Quality:
5
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Effectiveness:
5
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Satisfaction:
5
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"This is a very good product. The gel pills are big , but I don't have any problem swallowing them. I take them with food and also on an empty stomach. I usually burp a couple of times shortly after taking these pills, but no biggie. The benefits far out weigh the occasional belch."
Age:
35-44
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
6+ supplements daily
Referral source:
Self-referred
Reason for usage:
Specific health concern
Duration of use:
30-60 days
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Review 8 for NSI Mega EFA® Omega -3 EPA & DHA - 240 Softgels
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Great Product.,
June 22, 2008
By MartyC
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"Just what it says it is. Nice quantity, nice mg per capsule, nice price. Nothing else to say. If you're looking for a fish oil supplement, this is a great one."
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Review 9 for NSI Mega EFA® Omega -3 EPA & DHA - 240 Softgels
Top 250 Contributor
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
You need EFAs!!,
June 21, 2008
By nativegirlfrom Southern United States
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
5
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Effectiveness:
5
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Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"EFAs are crucial. The typical American diet is poor in these nutrients, and even though I eat a diet that includes foods that have EFAs, I still supplement with these. Cardiovasuclar, brain, etc, all need them to function. They are not expensive considering the benefits. The NSI is a high quality supplement."
Age:
55-64
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
3-5 supplements daily
Referral source:
Friend
Reason for usage:
Promote overall health
Duration of use:
Over 180 days
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Review 10 for NSI Mega EFA® Omega -3 EPA & DHA - 240 Softgels
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Solid product,
June 21, 2008
By Patsifrom Chicago
"Some of the softgels leave a "fishy" taste. This one doesn't. It's a great way to get your daily omega 3."
Age:
55-64
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
1-2 supplements daily
Referral source:
Other
Reason for usage:
Promote overall health
Duration of use:
61-180 days
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Review 11 for NSI Mega EFA® Omega -3 EPA & DHA - 240 Softgels
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Hearth Health,
June 19, 2008
By freepettafrom Booneville, Ms
Value:
5
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Quality:
5
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Effectiveness:
5
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Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"Even the cardiologists recommend taking 2 capsules daily, it is essential for cardiac health"
Age:
35-44
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
1-2 supplements daily
Referral source:
Self-referred
Reason for usage:
Specific health concern
Duration of use:
Over 180 days
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Review 12 for NSI Mega EFA® Omega -3 EPA & DHA - 240 Softgels
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
review,
June 16, 2008
By Anonymous Reviewer
"I used another brand. I can not be sure but because I developed a very severe stomach pain for months and did not know the source I decided to change the brand of fish oil. I have not had any side effect from the brand am reviewing here."
Age:
35-44
Daily supplement usage:
1-2 supplements daily
Referral source:
Physician
Reason for usage:
Specific health concern
Duration of use:
Over 180 days
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Review 13 for NSI Mega EFA® Omega -3 EPA & DHA - 240 Softgels
Top 500 Contributor
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
June 10, 2008
By RETT
"Best value for a quality EFA that I can find."
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Review 14 for NSI Mega EFA® Omega -3 EPA & DHA - 240 Softgels
Overall Rating:
3
out of 5
Can't digest this one!,
June 8, 2008
By Minnimefrom Canada
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
4
out of 5
Effectiveness:
3
out of 5
Satisfaction:
1
out of 5
"Same as with fish oil with lemon, this one has strawberry extract added. It disrupts stomach, gives indigestion."
Age:
45-54
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
6+ supplements daily
Referral source:
Other
Reason for usage:
Specific health concern
Duration of use:
Less than 30 days
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Review 15 for NSI Mega EFA® Omega -3 EPA & DHA - 240 Softgels
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Highly Recommended,
June 6, 2008
By DaveBfrom San Antonio, TX
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"The most noticeable difference after a month of taking this supplement, I noticed I was not forgetting stuff like I had been in the past. This was most evident at the office where people ask you 10,000 things at once. Makes the day go by much better when you can stay focused... Taste, who cares, I take them in the morning with my cup of joe on an empty stomach."
Age:
35-44
Gender:
Male
Daily supplement usage:
3-5 supplements daily
Referral source:
Physician
Reason for usage:
Enhanced performance
Duration of use:
Over 180 days
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Review 16 for NSI Mega EFA® Omega -3 EPA & DHA - 240 Softgels
Top 500 Contributor
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Good value, no fishy taste,
June 5, 2008
By Suzwillowfrom New York, NY
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"I take fish oil capsules because I seldom eat fish, and I know how important it is to get Omega 3 in one's diet. These capsules are a cinch to swallow and there is no aftertaste. Very inexpensive if purchased in this quantity."
Age:
55-64
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
3-5 supplements daily
Referral source:
Self-referred
Reason for usage:
Promote overall health
Duration of use:
Less than 30 days
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Review 17 for NSI Mega EFA® Omega -3 EPA & DHA - 240 Softgels
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Exceptional product,
June 4, 2008
By Pattyrosefrom Portland, OR
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"Results almost immediately which I noticed not only with myself but my 88 year old father."
Age:
55-64
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
1-2 supplements daily
Referral source:
Self-referred
Reason for usage:
Specific health concern
Duration of use:
30-60 days
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Review 18 for NSI Mega EFA® Omega -3 EPA & DHA - 240 Softgels
Overall Rating:
4
out of 5
Big gelcaps,
June 2, 2008
By Kamidanshir
Value:
4
out of 5
Quality:
4
out of 5
Effectiveness:
4
out of 5
Satisfaction:
4
out of 5
"These pills are very large, but I've had no trouble swallowing them. One does get the occasional slightly fishy burp, but overall they're great."
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Review 19 for NSI Mega EFA® Omega -3 EPA & DHA - 240 Softgels
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Good start,
May 31, 2008
By honuchickfrom Waikoloa, HI
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"I've been taking the Omega 3 Softgels for a couple of weeks now. It's the first product of fish oil that doesn't come back on me and, surprise - when it rarely does - it's not fishy tasting. I can't yet attest to its effectiveness, but in all other ways I'm very satisfied with this product."
Age:
55-64
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
6+ supplements daily
Referral source:
Other
Reason for usage:
Promote overall health
Duration of use:
30-60 days
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Review 20 for NSI Mega EFA® Omega -3 EPA & DHA - 240 Softgels
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
High Quality High Potency Fish Oil,
May 28, 2008
By ScottyZakfrom Pittsburgh
Value:
5
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"I used to have to take over 30 'ordinary' fish pills to get my 5 grams of combined EPA/DHA. With the Mega EFA, I only need to take 1/3 that amount. I highly recommend this product to anyone who currently takes a fish oil supplement. For those of you who aren't taking fish oil, what are you waiting for? There is no miracle pill out there, but fish oil comes darn close. Start taking this today!"
Age:
35-44
Gender:
Male
Daily supplement usage:
3-5 supplements daily
Referral source:
Other
Reason for usage:
Enhanced performance
Duration of use:
30-60 days