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Blackmores Fish Oil 1000 is a source of omega-3 fatty acids, which can
provide an anti-inflammatory action within the body. It can help to reduce
inflammation and joint swelling associated with arthritis. Fish oil helps to
maintain and support a healthy heart and cardiovascular system. It can
assist in the maintenance of normal eye and brain function, as well as
decreasing fat (triglycerides) in the blood in healthy people.
Features and benefits
- Natural source of omega-3.
- 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.
- Surfactant free.
How it works
Fish oil 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 blood, therefore supporting a healthy cardiovascular
system.
Dosage
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.
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