Best supplement for Omega 3 (and/or 6, 9)

[Lachdanan]

There seem to be many supplements that include either Omega 3, or Omega 3 with 6, 9, etc:

Krill Oil (http://www.bodybuilding.com/store/now/krilloil.html)
Salmon Oil (http://www.bodybuilding.com/store/now/salmon.html)
Flax Seed Oil (http://www.bodybuilding.com/store/now/flax.html)
Omega 3 (http://www.bodybuilding.com/store/now/ultra3.html)
Omega 3, 6, 9 (http://www.bodybuilding.com/store/now/omega.html)
Olive Oil
Primrose Oil
Borage Oil

Which one do you think is the best one to take? I feel like Flax Seed Oil is a good source that has all 3 Omegas, but not sure how others stack up to it.

Any ideas?

[Elliptical Envy]

You can use NOW fish oil or SAN's product http://www.bodybuilding.com/store/san/tri.html. SAN's product is more expensive, but it is quality. I wouldn't be too concerned with krill oil since it is a lot more expensive than standard fish oil.

Edit - Flax isn't a good solo source of Omega 3 fatty acids. Your body has to convert the omega 3's in flax to EPA/DHA, and the conversion isn't 100%.

[LouPole]

If your diet is in check, you don't really need 6 or 9. I use controlled labs fish oils and have no complaints.

[neddo]

If your diet is in check, you don't really need 6 or 9. I use controlled labs fish oils and have no complaints.

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[Lachdanan]

You can use NOW fish oil or SAN's product http://www.bodybuilding.com/store/san/tri.html. SAN's product is more expensive, but it is quality. I wouldn't be too concerned with krill oil since it is a lot more expensive than standard fish oil.

Edit - Flax isn't a good solo source of Omega 3 fatty acids. Your body has to convert the omega 3's in flax to EPA/DHA, and the conversion isn't 100%.

Thanks man, I didn't know that. So it's better to get a supp with EPA/DHA already in, instead of just having ingredients that need conversion? I assume fish oil doesn't need to be converted?

If your diet is in check, you don't really need 6 or 9. I use controlled labs fish oils and have no complaints.

Never tried CL's fish oil, but only OT. But my current multi is NOW Adams.

[Elliptical Envy]

Thanks man, I didn't know that. So it's better to get a supp with EPA/DHA already in, instead of just having ingredients that need conversion? I assume fish oil doesn't need to be converted?

That is correct. There isn't anything wrong with using flax though. I know people that add it to various food items for extra calories, but not as their sole Omega 3 source.

[Lachdanan]

That is correct. There isn't anything wrong with using flax though. I know people that add it to various food items for extra calories, but not as their sole Omega 3 source.

Thanks man, appreciate it. Lastly do you know if Olive Oil also has to be converted to EPA/DHA or is it similar to fish oil in this regard i.e. no conversion?

[Elliptical Envy]

Thanks man, appreciate it. Lastly do you know if Olive Oil also has to be converted to EPA/DHA or is it similar to fish oil in this regard i.e. no conversion?

Standard olive oil does not contain Omega 3s, but it contains Omega 9's (you really shouldn't have to supplement those). Olive oil is a good source of monounsaturated fat though.

[Lachdanan]

Standard olive oil does not contain Omega 3s, but it contains Omega 9's (you really shouldn't have to supplement those). Olive oil is a good source of monounsaturated fat though.

Thanks brah, I should read more about this stuff (:

[gummibearu]

forget about the rest, go for NOW ultra omega

nothing else beats its epa/dha ratio and the price for it.

[Elliptical Envy]

Thanks brah, I should read more about this stuff (:

It is a lot to take in, so it's cool.

Good luck with your fitness goals!

[Lachdanan]

It is a lot to take in, so it's cool.

Good luck with your fitness goals!

Cheers brah, same to you (:

[stucker28]

animalOMEGA is a good source has everything

[naturalguy]

animalOMEGA is a good source has everything

As far as a balanced, full spectrum, complete EFA formula Animal Omega is tough to beat

[Lachdanan]

Thanks guys, Animal Omega looks pretty good too.

[itzDodge]

If I had to get a Fish Oil supp it would be CL's.

[BB2K]

270 Softgels
Serving Size: 1 Softgel
Servings Per Container: 270
Amount Per Serving Amt %DV
Calories 10 *
Calories from Fat 10 *
Total Fat 1g 2%
Cholesterol 20mg 0%
Vitamin E (as D-Alpha Tocopherol) 1IU 3%
Omega-3 300mg *
Fish Oil 1,000mg *
(EPA) Eicosapentaenoic Acid 180mg *
(DHA) Docosahexaenoid Acid 120mg *
Other Fatty Acids 30mg[/center]

[Jeasea]

Flax Seed oil would be my opinion!!

[_NimbusTim_]

I'm personally using the following:

NOW Ultra Omega 3 & Olympian Labs Krill Oil.

I take 4 soft gels of Now Ultra Omega 3 and 2 soft gels of Olympian Labs Krill Oil daily.

It comes out to 3g of EPA/DHA and 1g of Krill oil daily.


Edit: I've also used SAN Triple Fish Fats. I usually pick up either/or whenever there is a great deal. Just so happens I found a good deal on NOW's a little while back.

[powercage]

If your diet is in check, you don't really need 6 or 9. I use controlled labs fish oils and have no complaints.

This, Oximega fishoils are a great choice.

[CONTROLLED LABS]

This, Oximega fishoils are a great choice.

sure are and you really cant beat the buy 2 get 1 free now. after that and the bb.com 10% off code its only $10.80 per bottle

[contaygious]

I used to use now, but cl beats it as does animal pak. cl gives me a couple burpies but it's not like 8 pills so I like it.

[HPNFormula1]

Take a look into AB Cuts. It comes with Omega 3,6, and 9.

[powercage]

Take a look into AB Cuts. It comes with Omega 3,6, and 9.

You dont want to supplement with Omega 6 and 9, unless you have a very abnormal diet

[naturalguy]

I used to use now, but cl beats it as does animal pak. cl gives me a couple burpies but it's not like 8 pills so I like it.

No burps with Animal Omega, yes it's more pills but it's very complete and comprehensive. It covers all your EFA needs and is formulated for bodybuilders diets which are not the typical western diet.


For those that just want fish oil, this is very high quality and economically priced and no burps as well:

http://www.bodybuilding.com/store/univ/fish-oil.html

[slammedsl1]

Saw these on the cheap so went with them, seems ok to me

http://www.bodybuilding.com/store/ch...s/fishoil.html

[_NimbusTim_]

I used to use now, but cl beats it as does animal pak. cl gives me a couple burpies but it's not like 8 pills so I like it.

Curious as to how/why CL Oximega beats NOW Ultra Omega 3?

Pricing per bodybuilding.com

NOW Ultra Omega 3
3 - 180 softgels (750mg of EPA/DHA per softgel) - 405,000mg of EPA/DHA
Price - $58.97
That comes out to .087 cents per 600mg of EPA/DHA

CL Oximega
3 - 120 softgels (600mg of EPA/DHA per softgel) - 216,000
Price - $35.90
That comes out to .099 cents per 600mg of EPA/DHA

If you matched CL Oximega EPA/DHA to NOWs you would end up paying $7.85 more for the CL product.

I have no dog in the fight...just wondering your thought process. The only thing I think might be worth paying more for is brand loyalty and the fact that Controlled Labs publishes more testing than most companies.

I personally only have a select few companies I would purchase Fish Oil from...Controlled Labs being one of them.