Why long chain Omega-3's?

Long chain Omega-3s are used effectively in the body. DHA is a major building block of the brain. The retina in the eye is very concentrated in DHA. Other vital organs such as the heart are rich in long chain Omega-3s.

Both EPA and DHA are transformed to other active substances in the body which have anti-inflammatory and protective roles.

It is much more difficult to ensure enough long chain Omega-3s are in the diet as so few foods contain these essential nutrients.

The shorter chain Omega-3, alpha-linolenic acid or ALA, is very poorly converted in the body to the long chain Omega-3s.