DHA and EPA are naturally-occurring fatty acids that can be found in a variety of food sources. Some of the food sources that are most abundant in these healthy fats include salmon, herring, tuna, sardines and other fatty fish. However, this can make it difficult for those following a plant-based diet to acquire the recommended intake of DHA and EPA. Fortunately, according to a 2014 scientific review that was published in the journal Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition, DHA and EPA supplements in the form of algal oil can provide an efficient vegan source of these healthy fats.
Compared to fish oil supplements, algal oil contains higher levels of omega-3 fatty acids and it also comes with a very low risk of contamination from mercury and other toxins. Algal oil is also a completely renewable resource, which makes it a much more sustainable option than fish-based sources.
Chief Originals® Vegan Omegas DHA – EPA softgels are derived from Schizochytrium sp. marine algae and produced via a specialized fermentation process. Because our premium omega-rich algal oil is carefully grown in a controlled environment and undergoes a thorough filtration process, you can trust that Chief Originals® Vegan Omegas DHA – EPA softgels contain none of the toxins found in many fatty fish and fish oil supplements.