Fats & OmegaNo.026
Omega-3 (Fish Oil)
Heart, brain, and eye health; anti-inflammatory.
Typical / RDA250–500 mg*
Upper limit~3,000 mg
EvidenceModerate
How to take it
Timing With a mealFood With fatForm EPA + DHA
What to know
*Target is combined EPA+DHA. Strongest case for people who rarely eat oily fish. Read the EPA/DHA numbers on the label, not the total fish-oil weight.
Interactions & cautions
- High doses mildly thin blood — caution with blood thinners / surgery.
Often worth it
Rarely eat salmon, sardines, or mackerel? A likely gap.
Reference values: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements, adult general population. Educational information only — not medical advice. Confirm with a healthcare professional.