What is algae oil?

Algae are microscopic plants, are at the very bottom of the food chain and are the primary source of the omega-3 fatty acid DHA. Algae produce their own omega-3 fatty acids and are the food for fatty fish species such as herring and sardines, which are therefore rich in omega-3.

Vegan Algae Oil is an omega-3 supplement made from sustainably farmed algae. The fermentation process of the algae takes place in a closed, clean environment. The algae oil is therefore free of contamination.

This liquid algae oil contains 1200 mg omega-3 fatty acids per 5 ml, of which 900 mg DHA and 300 mg EPA, both in their natural triglyceride form. This means that the fatty acid chains have remained intact, unlike some fish oils that are converted into ethyl esters by a chemical process. This process, which increases the concentration of omega-3 fatty acids, removes the fatty acids from their original triglyceride form and binds them to ethanol, creating ethyl esters. Unfortunately, the body cannot absorb this form as efficiently, and it oxidizes faster than the natural form.

What are EPA & DHA?

EPA and DHA are Omega-3 fatty acids that contribute to the maintenance of normal blood pressure (when taking 3 grams of EPA and DHA per day, do not take more than 5 g combined). EPA and DHA also have a beneficial effect on the heart (at 250 mg EPA & DHA per day). In addition, DHA is good for the brain and vision (at 250 mg per day).

Benefits of using Algal oil compared to Fish oil

Sustainable and Vegan alternative to fish oil supplements
Grown in a closed, clean environment
No (or less) problems with burping

TOTOX value Algal oil

The TOTOX value (total oxidation value) indicates the degree of fatty acid oxidation. This value has nothing to do with spoilage, but with how old the oil is. The older the oil, the higher the TOTOX value. The European guideline has set a maximum TOTOX value of 26. Our algae oil has a TOTOX value of <6.

The response to the TOTOX value can differ per person: some people have no problems with a high TOTOX value, while others already experience burping with a low TOTOX value.

Some brands use chemical agents to reduce the TOTOX value of algae or fish oils and keep it low. We do not have these chemicals in our capsules.

Recommended use

Use and storage

Adults and children from 7 years: take 5 ml once a day, during or after a meal. Children from 1 year to 6 years: take 2.5 ml once a day, during or after a meal.

Maximum 1.5 ml during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Store in the refrigerator after opening. Keep out of reach of children.

Note

Mattisson has great confidence in the products it offers. Based on the EFSA database, we have included as much permitted information as possible on the website. Legally, we are not allowed to provide (complete) information about the applications of our products.

Safety

A healthy lifestyle is important, as is a varied, balanced diet, for which food supplements are no substitute.

Product feature Vegan
country of origin Europe