This video may surprise or even shock you: two of the most popular Omega-3 fish oil brands on the market dissolving and eating Styrofoam cups.

Triglycerides VS. Ethyl Esters

The goal of any consumer taking an Omega-3 supplement is simple: to improve their overall health. Numerous scientific studies have outlined the benefits that come with adding an Omega-3 supplement to a diet. But not all Omega-3 supplements are created equal.

For many, the choice remains highly concentrated fish oils that promise artificially increased levels of EPA and DHA. This is achieved by modifying the natural oils at their molecular level.  The process involves Ethanol which, when combined with the natural oil, results in a brand new molecular structure called an Ethyl Ester. Although higher levels of EPA and DHA are now possible through this process, the resulting product is far removed from its “natural” beginnings.  

A concentrated fish oil may list high levels of EPA and DHA on their label. However, scientific studies have proven that the body has a difficult time utilizing oils left in the Ethyl Ester form. A common side effect is the often reported “fishy burps.” Even in its natural form, fish oil’s molecular structure remains somewhat foreign to the human body.

Concentrated fish oils in their Ethyl Ester form will melt Styrofoam cups, are harder for the body to absorb and are chemically altered.

Why Seal Oil?

There is though, a natural option out there the human body can accept readily and easily and is proven to outperform concentrated fish oils: SeaDNA Canadian Seal Oil. Research shows that seal oil’s natural triglyceride (TG) form provides better absorption and assimilation.

Since a seal is a mammal and a human is a mammal, the body quickly breaks down SeaDNA Seal Oil to utilize its benefits. The figure below shows the average time of disintegration of SeaDNA capsules (38 seconds) versus fish oil in Ethyl Ester form (1.19 minutes).*

* Results from Disintegration and Dissolution USP <2040> tests performed by third party laboratory, 2017.

DPA intensifies the benefits of traditional Omega-3’s (DHA and EPA)

Unchanged at its molecular structure and purified to world-class standards, SeaDNA Seal Oil not only provides Omega-3 supplementation of EPA and DHA in a mammalian cell structure the human body recognizes, it offers a third Omega-3 with a world of benefits: DPA.

DPA is only found in a few places on earth. One of those is a mother’s breast milk. Nature seemed to know this Omega-3 has a crucial role in building strong health.  DPA alone has been found to be 10 times more effective than EPA at repairing damaged vessels. Studies have also shown it is much more effective at reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease. DPA has also been shown to help boost both EPA and DHA levels in the body as well.

Seal Oil is the only Omega-3 supplement on the market that can offer naturally occurring and balanced levels of DPA, DHA and EPA.

More information on this truly Canadian, unique and healthy Omega-3 Supplement can be found at www.SeaDNA.ca.

 

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