Vegan Omega 3 – Algae Oil 1000mg Plant-Based DHA & EPA – Brain, Heart & Eye Support

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is algae oil, and why is it a vegan omega-3?
  Algae oil comes from marine microalgae, the original source of omega-3s in the ocean. Fish only contain DHA and EPA because they eat algae. Going straight to the source gives you the same long-chain omega-3s with no fish involved, so it suits vegans, vegetarians and anyone who doesn't eat fish. And because our algae is grown in controlled conditions, not the ocean, it avoids the mercury and heavy metals that build up in large fish.
• Is vegan omega-3 as good as fish oil?
  Algae oil provides the same long-chain DHA and EPA found in fish oil, in the triglyceride form. For a full look at how the two compare, read our article Is Vegan Omega-3 as Good as Fish Oil for Heart Health?
• Do vegans need EPA as well as DHA?
  Both matter. DHA is the main omega-3 in the brain and eyes, while EPA plays a bigger role in heart health and a healthy inflammatory response.* BoostCeuticals Vegan Omega-3 provides both, so you don't have to rely on your body converting one into the other.
• Can I get enough omega-3 from vegan foods?
  Flax, chia, hemp seeds and walnuts are good vegan omega-3 sources, but they provide ALA, a short-chain omega-3. The body converts only a small share of ALA into DHA and EPA, and conversion tends to drop with age. Algae oil supplies DHA and EPA directly, which is why many people over 50 add it alongside omega-3 foods.
• Is algae oil a long-chain fatty acid?
  Yes. DHA and EPA are long-chain omega-3 fatty acids, the same ones found in oily fish. That sets algae oil apart from plant oils like flaxseed oil, which contain short-chain ALA.
• What are the benefits of vegan omega-3 for adults over 50?
  Studies suggest DHA and EPA support heart health, brain function and memory, healthy vision and joint comfort, all areas that matter more as we age.* Many adults over 50 also eat less oily fish than they should, so a daily algae oil softgel is an easy way to keep omega-3 intake steady.
• How much DHA and EPA is in each softgel, and how do I take it?
  Each daily softgel provides 410mg of DHA and EPA from algae oil. Take 1 softgel a day with a meal; a little healthy fat in the meal helps absorption. You'll find the full Supplement Facts in the ingredients section above.
• What should I look for in the best vegan omega-3 supplement?
  Check that the label lists the DHA and EPA amounts, not just total algae oil. Look for the triglyceride form, third-party testing for purity and contaminants, GMP-certified manufacturing and a plant-based softgel. BoostCeuticals Vegan Omega-3 is made in the USA and checks every box.
• Will I get fishy burps or a fishy aftertaste?
  No fish means no fishy taste. Algae oil has a mild flavor, and taking your softgel with a meal helps it sit comfortably. It's a simple swap if fish oil has never agreed with you.
• Is vegan omega-3 safe with medication?
  Omega-3s can have a mild blood-thinning effect, so talk to your doctor before use if you take blood thinners, aspirin or other prescription medication, or have surgery coming up. Please also check with your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.