1. Can a lack of fish oils cause harm?

Yes, in a new study by the researchers at the Harvard School of Public Health found that 96,000 deaths occur each year because of diets deficient in omega 3 fatty acids. It ranks 6th in the cause of death of Americans.

2. What are the best types of fish to eat to get Omega 3’s?

Mackerel, Salmon, Anchovies, Tuna, Whitefish, Herring, and Sardines are the best sources of Omega 3’s.

3. Why is it necessary to keep fish oils in a cool, dark place?

The omega 3 fatty acids found in fish oils are susceptible to oxidative breakdown, i.e. they can become rancid. For this reason they should be stored in the refrigerator, similar to other oils. Inappropriately stored fish oils (exposure to oxygen), may result in the formation of toxic lipid peroxides.

4. What are the benefits of Fish oils?

Some of the many benefits of this powerful nutrient are support and prevention of cardiovascular disease, decrease inflammation, lowering cholesterol, lowering high blood pressure, Angina, decrease risk of heart attack, supports immune system, kidney disease, pregnancy, autoimmune disorders, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, cancer, migraine headaches, skin dryness, diabetes, malaria, improving circulation, allergies, and arthritis.

5. Can I get enough Omega 3’s just by eating fish?

Usually not, the dosage requirements are such that you would have to consume large quantities of fish to obtain the needed benefits. Many fish are now raised on farms and have a decreased amount of DHA/EPA necessary to provide therapeutic support. They are being fed grain and obtaining the same consistency as a pig. Some fish also have toxins such as PCB, which are known to increase risk of cancer. In animal experiments it has been demonstrated that eating such contaminated fish as infrequently as once a week may increase the risk of developing cancer and create a significant risk to pregnant women and infants.

6. What is the difference between Omega 3 and Omega 6?

Basically, the omega-3s have anti-inflammatory benefits and help prevent heart disease, whereas omega-6s lower blood cholesterol and support the skin.

7. How much Omega 3 do I need to take?

I would recommend taking three capsules per day with meals.

8. Why do some Fish oils make me burp up after I take them?

This is usually due to a hydrochloric acid deficiency; your body has a problem breaking it down. I recommend taking them before meals if this occurs.

9. Are all vitamin manufactures the same?

No. We follow strict GMP guidelines, including:

We adhere to the following processes each and every day to assure our customer’s receives the quality products they deserve.

Vendor Audit – Prospective raw material suppliers are validated and visited , inspected to ensure their conformance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), equitable labor policies, and environmental responsibility.

Raw Materials Specifications – All incoming ingredients conform to pharmaceutical standards of purity and effectiveness and meet or exceed the strict Federal requirements of the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act (DSHEA).

Receipt of Incoming Raw Materials – No ingredient is received at our manufacturing facility unless it is in properly labeled packaging with tamper-evident seals. All incoming shipments must be accompanied by full documentation, including independent Certificate of Laboratory Analysis. Packing Slip identifying product name and Corresponding PO #.

Identification Screening of Raw Materials – Our Quality Control inspectors employ advanced n-IR (near infrared) scanning probes, which send a high-intensity beam of energy though the sealed containers. As no two ingredients will absorb n-IR energy in the same way, a unique fingerprint can be determined for each ingredient.

Quarantine and Release of Raw Materials – Once positively identified, by comparing vendor Certificate of analysis, color, Lot # I.D., all incoming ingredients are segregated. Upon the release of raw material, the ingredients are released for use in production.

Ingredient Testing Methods – We use the mandatory FDA testing protocol per THE NEW GMP Guidelines, we assure the identity and potency of the ingredients in every supplement.

Pilot-Scale Blend Study – Pilot-scale is a process where we simply scaled-down a full production . A pilot batch of ingredients is blended to determine the ideal mixing time, product density which will ensure a uniform product.

Pilot studies enable our Chemist and Bio-chemist , and technicians to optimize each Master Formula. Once this has been established a pilot blend of ingredients is then converted into the appropriate dosage form (tablet, capsule, liquid, powder, etc.), so that strict tolerances can be set in the upcoming Master Formula for the finished product.

Master Formula – Each and Every product and supplement is produced from a precise pilot blend which is then converted into our Master Batch Formula.

The Master Batch Formula is comprised of a 15 page report detailing, this specifies each and every formula we produce.

The process, beginning with assigning the Lot # to the formula and documenting each and every process along the way, This report is unparalleled in the Vitamin manufacturing Industry, we do not know of any other manufacturer that follows the specific protocol and detailed process.

Full-Scale Production – All products are produced under climate-controlled conditions in FDA-inspected facilities operating under Federal Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).

Weighing and Blending – Following the Master Formula, each ingredient is weighed, tagged, and placed in a separate container from each other ingredient. As each ingredient is weighed, both the operator and supervisor must sign off on the master batch record. This double signoff is repeated again when each ingredient is added to the blender. As a final step, the tags from each ingredient are tallied to eliminate any possibility of error.

Weight Variation Analysis – In-process, capsules are -weighed every ten minutes by quality control technicians to certify that all products are of uniform in weight for a consistent dosage. If a capsule is off by more then the assigned target weight, manufacturing ceases, and solution is determined, this is repeated EVERY 10 MINUTES.

Capsule Completion – Once a lot number from the Master Batch Record has been encapsulated , capsules are then polished and spot checked. This process will identify partially filled capsules and or damaged capsules, these capsules will be removed from the production and dispensed, thus assuring our customers receive a uniform a 100% filled capsule.

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