Blackmores Odourless Fish Oil 1000
Polysorbate 80 is an artificial chemical that's used in shampoos, cosmetics and some foods as an emulsifier. It can also be added to fish oils to lesson fishy reflux, and this certainly leaves a bad taste in our mouths. Because at Blackmores we prefer to use more natural ingredients, such as lemon and vanilla flavours, to keep our fish oils odourless. And it's our dedication to ensuring our products remain as naturally free from artifical chemicals as possible. Which means the only thing that's fishy about Blackmores Odourless Fish Oil is the goodness of the fish oil - without artificial flavours or chemicals such as polysorbate 80 - to help you be your best.
Features and benefits
- No fishy aftertaste, developed without the use of artificial surfactants (polysorbates)
- Vanilla-lemon flavouring masks any fishy odours
- Natural source of omega-3s
- Helps to reduce inflammation and joint swelling associated with arthritis
- Helps to support heart and cardiovascular health
- Helps to assist in the maintenance of normal eye and brain function
- Helps to decrease triglycerides (fat) in the blood of healthy people
- Mercury tested
How it works
Blackmores Odourless Fish Oil 1000 is a source of the omega-3 essential fatty
acids. Essential fatty acids are incorporated into every
cell membrane in the body, in the form of compounds
called phospholipids. Cell membranes play the vital role
of regulating what goes into, and what comes out of,
each cell. The integrity and fluidity of the cell
membrane is determined by the type of phospholipid that
is available for the body to use. Cell membranes made up
mainly of phospholipids derived from the essential
polyunsaturated fatty acids are more fluid and function
better than cell membranes made up of saturated fat or
trans-fatty acids. A cell membrane working at optimal
levels retains vital nutrients and electrolytes, has the
ability to communicate with other cells and is
responsive to hormones.
Omega-3 fatty acids are also important components of
substances known as prostaglandins and leukotrienes.
Prostaglandins and leukotrienes are important in immune
function, smooth muscle function, platelet aggregation
and inflammation. Fish oils have an anti-inflammatory
action because prostaglandins and leukotrienes from
omega-3 fatty acids have less inflammatory activity than
prostaglandins and leukotrienes derived from other types
of fatty acids.
Fish oils appear to alleviate the symptoms of rheumatoid
arthritis due to the role of omega-3 fatty acids in
suppression of the production of inflammatory compounds.
Fish oil inhibits triglyceride synthesis in the liver
and so helps to lower fats (triglycerides) in the blood
of healthy people, therefore supporting a healthy
cardiovascular system.
Dosage of Blackmores Odourless Fish Oil 1000
For arthritis:
Adults - Take up to 4 capsules 3 times a day with meals, or as professionally prescribed.
Children under 12 years - Only as professionally prescribed.
As an omega-3 supplement:
Adults - Take 3 capsules a day with a meal, or as professionally prescribed.
Children 6-12 years - Take 1 to 2 capsules a day (pierce and squeeze into milk, juice or cereal), or as professionally prescribed.
Children 2-6 years - Take 1 capsule a day (pierce and squeeze into milk, juice or cereal).
Contraindications and cautions
Always read the label. Use only as directed. If symptoms persist, see your healthcare professional.
Active ingredients per capsule
| Fish oil (Natural) containing omega-3 marine triglycerides 300 mg as: Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) |
1 g (1000 mg) 180 mg 120 mg |
No added yeast, gluten, wheat, milk derivatives, preservatives, artificial colours, flavours and sweeteners.
Physical description
A clear, unprinted, oblong, soft gelatin capsule.
