Study of the Effect of Different Fish Oils on Omega-3 Index (CetoIndex)

A Nutritional, Placebo Controlled, Randomised, Blinded Study of the Effect of Different Fish Oils on Omega-3 Index (CetoIndex)

The study determines the EPA DHA uptake from different omega-3 supplements against a control.

The chronic uptake of omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA are commonly determined by measurement of EPA and DHA in red bloods cells and presented as a % of total fatty acids, the so-called Omega-3 Index. The index is a validated risk assessment for cardiovascular disease. Different fish oils may influence the Omega-3 Index differently depending on their composition. This study assesses omega-3 commonly found as a supplement vs a fish oil based on north atlantic fish species.

Inclusion Criteria:

1. Men or women, ≥18 -65 years of age.
2. Willing to refrain from taking omega-3 supplements for 1 month prior to study start
3. Willing to take study supplement for 2 months

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Subjects with known allergy to fish products
2. Subjects known to be pregnant or breast feeding