• High-potency omega-3 for kids: 636 mg total omega-3s per softgel with three times the DHA of the standard Children's DHA formula, supporting brain and eye development.
• Supports healthy brain, eye, and nervous system development, and promotes cognitive function and social development in children aged 1–6.
• Mini-sized berry-punch soft gels are easy to swallow and tasty to chew, great for daily omega-3 routine.
• Choose from liquid or easy-to-chew mini soft gels, with triglyceride-form fish oil for better absorption and third-party tested for purity and freshness.
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Nordic Naturals, CHILDREN'S DHA XTRA 636mg OMEGA-3, 90 Softgels
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90
softgels
UPC
768990717123
Best Before
05/2029
107 people have viewed this item in the last 7 days
About this item
Suggested Use
Ages 3-6 years old: 3 softgel caps per day
Ingredients
Each softgel contains:
Fish Oil
270
mg
--DHA
125
mg
--EPA
55
mg
--Other Omega
32
mg
Non-medical Ingredients:
Soft capsule (gelatin, water, glycerin, natural berry flavour, alpha tocopherol, rosemary extract
Description
With so few children getting consistent omega-3s from their diet, Nordic Naturals have stepped up support with Children's DHA Xtra, a new, more potent version, providing three times the DHA as their top-selling Children's DHA omega-3 formula. Children's DHA Xtra is ideal for children ages 1–6 who need extra support for cognitive function, learning, and social development. Mini-sized, berry punch soft gels are easy to swallow and tasty to chew.
- 636 mg total omega-3s (soft gels); 880 mg total omega-3s (liquid)
- High-potency omega-3 concentrate for children
- Choose from liquid, or easy-to-chew mini soft gels
- Supports healthy brain, eye, and nervous system development
- Promotes healthy cognitive function and social development
- Natural berry punch flavor
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nordic Naturals Children's DHA Xtra?
Nordic Naturals Children's DHA Xtra is a concentrated fish oil supplement for children aged 3 to 6, providing DHA 125mg and EPA 55mg per mini softgel -- approximately 3 times the omega-3 concentration of Nordic Naturals' standard children's DHA. Each mini softgel uses the triglyceride (TG) molecular form of omega-3, closest to how omega-3 appears in fish, which improves absorption. The product is naturally flavored with berry and sized as mini softgels for easy swallowing.
What are the key ingredients in Children's DHA Xtra and how do they work?
Each mini softgel contains 270mg fish oil from sardine and anchovy, delivering DHA 125mg, EPA 55mg, and 32mg other omega-3s. DHA is the predominant omega-3 in the brain's gray matter and retina, supporting neurological development and visual acuity during critical early childhood years. EPA contributes to anti-inflammatory signaling pathways. The TG form is the natural form found in fish tissue, absorbed more efficiently than the ethyl ester (EE) form used in some lower-cost concentrates. No artificial preservatives, colors, or flavors.
Who should take Children's DHA Xtra, and how?
Children's DHA Xtra is formulated for children aged 3 to 6. The recommended dose is 3 mini softgels daily, taken with a meal. The mini softgels can be swallowed whole or chewed -- the natural berry flavor makes chewing palatable for most children. Parents managing children with attention difficulties, delayed language development, or limited fish intake may find this product useful as a dietary supplement. Not intended for children under 3 years.
How does Children's DHA Xtra differ from standard children's DHA products?
The 'Xtra' designation reflects approximately 3x the omega-3 concentration of Nordic Naturals' standard Children's DHA -- DHA 125mg per softgel vs roughly 30mg in the standard version. This means reaching a meaningful DHA dose in fewer capsules. The TG form has approximately 20-50% better absorption than the ethyl ester (EE) form common in lower-cost concentrates. The product is third-party tested and non-GMO. For children who prefer chewing, the strawberry-flavored standard version (product 375) remains an alternative with lower per-capsule potency.
What is Nordic Naturals, and what products does it focus on?
Nordic Naturals is an American omega-3 supplement brand founded in 1995 by a Norwegian-born entrepreneur who sought to bring the health benefits of traditional Norwegian fish oil to North American consumers. The brand specializes in EPA and DHA omega-3 supplements derived from wild-caught fish, offering products for adults, children, athletes, and prenatal health. All products are third-party tested for purity and freshness, and the brand holds USP verification for its key products.
What is Nordic Naturals and why is it trusted for omega-3 supplements?
Nordic Naturals is an American omega-3 supplement brand founded in 1995 by Joar Opheim — a family-owned company with no outside shareholders. It is the number-one selling fish oil brand in the United States. Fish oil is manufactured at Nordic Pharma in Norway, one of the most advanced omega-3 processing facilities in the world, using 100% wild-caught fish. Products are third-party tested, non-GMO, and Friend of the Sea certified. Nordic Naturals exceeds the European Pharmacopoeia Standard (EPS) and the voluntary standards of the Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN) and GOED. Manufacturing is NSF GMP certified.
Why do nutrition experts prefer Nordic Naturals over other fish oil brands?
The key technical difference is the molecular form of omega-3. Most fish oil supplements use the ethyl ester (EE) form, a synthetic intermediate created during processing that is cheaper to produce at high concentration. Nordic Naturals uses triglyceride form (TG) and re-esterified triglyceride form (rTG), which mirror the natural structure of omega-3 fatty acids as they appear in fish tissue. Research suggests triglyceride-form omega-3s are more readily absorbed through normal digestion. This is a structural, not a purity, distinction that separates Nordic Naturals from the majority of mass-market fish oil products.
What makes Nordic Naturals different from other fish oil or omega-3 brands?
Nordic Naturals owns and operates its own Norwegian manufacturing plant, Nordic Pharma — most omega-3 brands contract out processing. This ownership means direct control over freshness from catch to encapsulation, critical since fish oil oxidizes rapidly. Its oils are produced in natural triglyceride (TG) form, which research suggests absorbs more efficiently than the synthetic ethyl ester (EE) form used by many competitors. Nordic Naturals formally exceeds the European Pharmacopoeia Standard — stricter than North American voluntary standards — and as a family-owned company with no shareholders, it faces no investor pressure to cut costs.
The information provided above is for reference purposes only and has not been reviewed or approved by Health Canada. It does not constitute medical advice and should not replace consultation with a qualified healthcare professional.
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Nordic Naturals, CHILDREN'S DHA XTRA 636mg OMEGA-3, 90 Softgels
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