• High-concentration omega-3 per softgel: 640 mg total, including 325 mg EPA and 225 mg DHA (plus 90 mg other omega-3) for robust support.
• Purified through molecular distillation to remove impurities and metals, meeting European Pharmacopoeia Standards for purity.
• Added rosemary extract for extended freshness and a clean lemon flavor to minimize fishy aftertaste.
• EPA and DHA are essential for growth and development, and this formula has even been used in a Harvard bipolar disorder study, with 120 softgels for convenient daily support.
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Nordic Naturals, Ultimate Omega, 120 Softgels
Size
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softgels
UPC
768990727900
Best Before
01/2029
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Suggested Use
Two soft gels daily, with food, or as directed by your health care professional.
Ingredients
Each softgel contains:
Fish Oil
1000
mg
--EPA
325
mg
--DHA
225
mg
-- Other Omega-3 Fatty Acids
90
mg
Non-medical Ingredients:
soft gel capsule (gelatin, purified water, glycerin), natural lemon flavour, vitamin E, rosemary extract.
Description
EPA and DHA, the two main components of omega-3 from fish oil, are essential for growth and development throughout the human life cycle. Nordic Naturals Ultimate Omega contains 70% pure omega-3, and is purified through molecular distillation to ensure the absence of impurities including PCBs and heavy metals. Ultimate Omega offers a high concentration of both EPA and DHA. This formulation was used in a bipolar disorder study at Harvard University.
- High concentration of EPA and DHA
- 640 mg omega-3s per soft gel
- Meets European Pharmacopoeia Standards
- Molecularly distilled for purity
- Rosemary extract added for extended freshness
- Great-tasting lemon flavor
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nordic Naturals Ultimate Omega, and what is it used for?
Nordic Naturals Ultimate Omega is a high-concentration adult omega-3 softgel providing 640 mg of omega-3s per capsule (EPA 325 mg, DHA 225 mg, plus 90 mg other omega-3s) from 100% wild sardines and anchovies. Two softgels daily deliver 1,280 mg of omega-3s to support cardiovascular health, brain function, and anti-inflammatory response. The formula meets European Pharmacopoeia purity standards, has been used in Harvard University bipolar disorder research, and comes in a lemon flavor with rosemary extract to reduce fishy aftertaste.
What are the key ingredients in Nordic Naturals Ultimate Omega?
Each softgel provides 1,000 mg of fish oil from sardines and anchovies, yielding EPA (325 mg), DHA (225 mg), and other omega-3s (90 mg). EPA supports cardiovascular function and anti-inflammatory pathways; DHA is essential for brain cell membrane integrity and cognitive health. The fish oil is in re-esterified triglyceride (rTG) form for enhanced absorption efficiency. Non-medicinal ingredients include gelatin, water, glycerin, natural lemon flavor, alpha-tocopherol (vitamin E as natural antioxidant), and rosemary extract. No artificial colors, flavors, or synthetic preservatives are used.
Who should take Nordic Naturals Ultimate Omega, and how is it used?
Nordic Naturals Ultimate Omega is intended for adults seeking concentrated omega-3 support for heart health, brain function, and general anti-inflammatory maintenance. The recommended dose is 2 softgels daily with food. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult a physician before use, as high-dose omega-3 may affect bleeding time. Those taking blood-thinning medications such as warfarin or aspirin should discuss use with their doctor. People with fish, anchovy, or sardine allergies should avoid. Taking with meals reduces the chance of fishy aftertaste or reflux.
How does Nordic Naturals Ultimate Omega differ from other high-potency fish oil supplements?
The key structural difference is molecular form: Nordic Naturals Ultimate Omega uses re-esterified triglyceride (rTG) form, not the ethyl ester (EE) form used by most concentrated fish oil supplements. Research indicates TG and rTG forms are absorbed more efficiently under normal digestion compared to EE form. This specific formula was used in Harvard University research on bipolar disorder -- a verifiable institutional citation most fish oil brands cannot claim. It is produced at Nordic Pharma, a Nordic Naturals-owned facility in Norway, giving the brand direct control over freshness from processing to packaging. Product purity and oxidation standards formally exceed the European Pharmacopoeia, stricter than most voluntary North American guidelines.
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, Ultimate Omega, 120 Softgels
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Best Before
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156 people have viewed this item in the last 7 days
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