FAQ

Long-chain unsaturated omega-3 fatty acids are divided into two types: DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) and EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid). While brain, memory and eye health benefit from DHA, vascular health, coagulation system and heart health benefit from EPA.

It is much more effective because the Omega-3 fatty acids your body needs are not available in every fish. Also, the amount of fish you eat may not be enough. For example; to meet your daily need of 1 g EPA and DHA, you can eat 1200 g anchovies, but it is not easy to apply such a diet every day.

Symptoms may become permanent if Omega-3 deficiency is not resolved. Omega-3 deficiency may be the source of many problems such as weakness, memory weakness, immune weakness, dry skin, eczema, hair loss, heart problems, reproductive problems, mood swings, depression and circulatory disorder.

Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids are in constant competition due to their duties in the body. Omega-3 improves blood flow, Omega-6 increases clotting. Omega-6 is beneficial for growth and skin, while Omega-3 is the key to a long and healthy life. When we take Omega-6 to our body with corn and sunflower oil, we take 4-5 times more than we need, unfortunately we cannot get enough Omega-3 due to our same feeding habits. With Omega-3 supplements, you can provide this balance and take better care of your body.

Check EPA and DHA ratios 

The fact that a capsule of fish oil is 1000 mg does not mean that it is 1000 mg Omega-3. The EPA and DHA ratios indicate the amount of Omega-3 in the capsule. Ballstad Omega-3 capsules have 540 mg EPA and 390 mg DHA. 

Prefer triglyceride form

Due to its natural form and up to two times more absorption provide, you should prefer fish oils in triglyceride form. Ballstad Omega-3 is in triglyceride form.

Make sure you know the source of fish oil

The ocean fish that live in the cold seas in their natural environment and are not affected by environmental pollution is the best quality fish oil source. Ballstad, comes from Norway which is the direct source of Omega-3, fresh without any intermediaries. 

Learn the contents of the capsule coating

The outer capsules of some fish oils are not made of natural material. For this reason, you must check before buying. Ballstad Omega-3 capsules are made from natural beef gelatin and do not contain any chemicals. Halal certified.

Like men, fish cannot synthesize Omega-3 themselves. Fish living in cold seas accumulate Omega-3 fatty acids in their bodies through the plankton they eat. Omega-3 is contained in the oils obtained from these fish, concentrated and placed in capsules. However, the Omega-3 value of each fish oil is not the same. In addition, Ballstad Omega-3 is delivered directly from Norway without losing its freshness. It is not stored in warehouses like other fish oils. The oils from farmed fish are not contained in Ballstad capsules.

Omega-3 starts to show its effects in as little as 1 month. If you use it for a long time and regularly, the benefits become permanent. If you want to improve your quality of life and age healthy, Omega-3 can offer you the life you deserve.

Omega-6 fatty acids do not contain DHA, therefore it is not possible to replace Omega-3. According to today’s eating habits, we consume 4-5 times more Omega-6 than we need and we cannot get enough Omega-3 to our body.

Omega-3 is an unsaturated fatty acid that human beings cannot synthesize in their own body. The need for Omega-3 starts in the womb and continues for life. Fish, is the most significant known resource of Omega-3. Long-chain Omega fatty acids (EPA and DHA) are seen in Salmon, Mackerel, Herring, Ton and Anchovy. The short-chain Omega-3 fatty acid (ALA) can be found in vegetable oils and foods. Linseed oil, grape leaves, garlic powder, walnut oil, broccoli, basil, peppermint also has Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids in them.

Omega-3 is one of the unsaturated fatty acids that cannot be produced by the body and must be obtained through our diet or via supplements. Among the essential omega-3 fatty acids, ALA (alpha-linolenic acid) is found in vegetable sources, while EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) are found in animal sources. EPA and DHA are found in high concentrations mainly in salmon, mackerel, herring, tuna and anchovies. ALA is found in foods such as flaxseed and walnuts.

Since omega-3 fatty acids are not produced by the body, they must be absorbed through our diet throughout our lives. People who do not get enough omega-3 through their diet regularly do not meet their body's needs.

The body needs omega-3 regularly throughout the year to function. The best source of omega-3 is fish, and the need does not change significantly in the summer. Our bodies continue to require omega-3 to function. Because of this, the omega-3 supplement should continue in the summer.

In order for ALA (alpha-linolenic acid) to show beneficial effects in our body, they must first be converted by the body into EPA and DHA. However, since the body can only convert small amounts of ALA efficiently, supplementing your diet with only ALA may seem ineffective. Also, you need to consume 4 to 5 times more ALA than EPA and DHA. Omega-3 from fish oil gives the body all the EPA and DHA it needs for optimal health without the need to first process it.

Maintaining an omega-6 / omega-3 balance is important for a long and healthy life. Research shows that the optimal omega-6 / omega-3 ratio is 2:1. Today's eating habits contain approximately 10 times more omega-6 than omega-3. These omega-6 fatty acids come mainly from processed, refined vegetable oils. Therefore, our need for omega-3 increases even more. Not only should you be sure that you are getting enough omega-3 from your diet and supplements, but you should also consider reducing the high intake of vegetable oil rich in omega-6 that is common in our eating habits.