- 800 mg EPA + 600 mg DHA per daily serving
- Omega-3 in its natural triglyceride (TG) form
- EPA:DHA ratio approx. 4:3, based on highly purified fish oil
NEEDED Active EPA&DHA is a concentrated fish oil for people who view omega-3 as a staple rather than a supplement. A daily serving (2 softgels) provides 2,000 mg of fish oil, delivering 800 mg of EPA and 600 mg of DHA—an amount that is difficult to obtain through diet alone without regularly eating fatty ocean fish.
The form matters here. The fatty acids are present as triglycerides—the form in which fish oil occurs naturally and is effectively absorbed. This distinguishes the product from cheaper concentrates in the form of ethyl esters and translates into actual bioavailability of EPA and DHA.
Effects supported by health claims
- EPA and DHA contribute to normal heart function—this effect occurs with a daily intake of 250 mg of EPA and DHA. One serving provides 1,400 mg, which more than meets the threshold.
- DHA contributes to the maintenance of normal brain function and normal vision—this effect is achieved with 250 mg of DHA per day. Each serving provides 600 mg of DHA.
Who is this product for?
People who train intensively, are engaged in mentally demanding work, pay attention to the lipid profile of their diet, and anyone who eats fish less than 2–3 times a week. One serving a day instead of splitting supplementation into several doses.