Echium seed oil has a unique omega-3-6-9 makeup that makes it superior to other commonly available plant oils such as flaxseed. Echium seed oil is rich in a special form of omega-3 called SDA that is much more easily converted to EPA and DHA - the active long-chain omega-3s in fish oil that offer brain, heart and eye health benefits. In comparison with flaxseed oil, echiomega echium seed oil generates 60 percent more omega-3 EPA in the body. Echium seed oil is also rich in fats typically sourced from other healthy oils. Echium contains the 'good' omega-6 GLA, for which evening primrose oil is sought after, as well as the omega-9 oleic acid -the principal fat in olive oil that is consumed in large amounts in the Mediterranean diet. Offering an optimal balance of omega-3-6-9, Echiomega is an excellent plant source of health-enhancing good fats. Echium seed oil is the ideal nutritional supplement for those who are vegetarian, vegan or allergic to fish, to help boost the levels of the important omega fats in the diet. Each box contains 60 capsules, providing a 1-month supply at a daily dosage of 2 capsules. INDICATIONS Indications Echiomega contains approximately 73% polyunsaturated fatty acids, of which 26% are omega-6 and 47% omega-3. This optimal omega-6 to omega-3 ratio of 1:1.8 makes it an ideal oil for nutraceutical application. Echiomega is also the highest commercially available source of SDA, a unique vegetarian omega-3 fatty acid that has known benefits for immune function and for regulating inflammatory pathways. Furthermore, as the direct precursor to EPA, SDA can synthesise up to 5 times more EPA than ALA alone, making Echium Seed Oil a superior alternative to other plant-derived oils such as flaxseed or hempseed oil. EPA is a very important fatty acid that plays an integral role in the proper functioning and structure of the brain. EPA may improve the cardiovascular system by reducing the stickiness of platelets in the blood and by lowering blood pressure. It is also converted into prostaglandins (hormone-like substances which control many bodily functions) and leukotrienes (important for the correct functioning of the immune system) which regulate inflammation and pain, and also help to maintain healthy joints. The fatty acid GLA is vital for the structure of the brain – it ensures that cell membranes are permeable, thus contributing to efficient brain function. GLA is the precursor to dihomo-gamma-linolenic acid (DGLA), which is converted into prostaglandins that regulate inflammation, pain, blood clotting and fluid balance. Furthermore, oils that contain both SDA and GLA raise EPA levels significantly better than oils that contain SDA alone. Oleic acid, usually associated with the ‘Mediterranean diet’, has been shown to slow the development of heart disease by lowering total cholesterol levels and raising levels of high-density lipoproteins (HDL or ‘good’ cholesterol), whilst lowering low-density lipoproteins (LDL or ‘bad’ cholesterol). INGREDIENTS Echium seed oil; softgel shell (glycerol, modified corn starch, carrageenan, sodium carbonate). DIRECTIONS Adults and children aged twelve years and over: 2-4 capsules daily. Children aged three to twelve years: 1-2 capsules daily. Do not exceed the maximum dose. Take Echiomega with food for optimum absorption. SAFETY WARNING This product should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and healthy lifestyle. Seek professional medical advice before taking any food supplement if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or are taking medication. Keep out of the reach of children. BOX CONTAINS 60 capsules MANUFACTURER CONTACT INFORMATION Igennus Healthcare Nutrition, St John's Innovation Centre, Cowley Road, Cambridge, CB4 0WS, United Kingdom - Tel: +44 1223 421434 See moreGMP MANUFACTURED - manufactured in the UK to strict GMP standards, not tested on animals, non-GMO, free from dairy, gluten, lactose, soya & yeast, suitable for halal & kosher diets. FREE FROM TOXINS - naturally free from heavy metals, PCBs and dioxins, and environmentally friendly, leaving no footprint on the ocean ecosystem. SEAWEED SOFTGELS - 100% vegan softgels protect the echium seed oil from oxidation and blister packaging further protects the delicate omega oils from air exposure, avoiding the need for refrigeration. ALTERNATIVE TO FISH OIL - as omega-3 consumption may be low if fish is avoided in the diet, echium seed oil is an ideal choice as the richest natural source of omega-3 SDA and ALA. BALANCED OMEGA-3-6-9 - plant based echium seed oil provides an ideal ratio of omega fatty acids, with twice as much omega-3 as omega-6, with the added benefits of omega-9 for optimum health.
