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Kintek Omega-3 Fish Oil

Omega-3 EPA and DHA are vital for the proper function and health of every cell in the human body. Numerous scientific studies indicate that Omega-3 promotes cardiovascular, joint, brain and overall health during every phase of life. Because our bodies cannot produce Omega-3 EPA and DHA effectively on its own, we must get these vital components through our food or by taking supplements. For more information regarding Omega-3 benefits, click here.

Kintek Omega-3 fish oil is sourced from natural wild fish, from deep, pure ocean waters. State-of-the-art molecular distillation technology is employed, ensuring the best quality, purity and potency of Kintek’s Omega-3 products.

Available Products:

	Omega-3 Fish Oil Concentrate 1200mg/684mg total Omega-3
	• High Potency - Contains twice the amount of    total Omega-3 as regular products. • Enteric Coated - Allows delayed release for    effective absorption of Omega-3 in the small    intestine. • Cholesterol Free Size: 90 Softgels
	Omega-3 Fish Oil Concentrate 1000mg/300mg total Omega-3
	• Natural Orange Flavor • Encapsulation technology - enhances natural    orange flavor and eliminates unwanted fish    taste and odor. Available Sizes: 180 and 330 softgels

Frequently Asked Questions  What are the primary health benefits of Omega-3? What do the terms EPA and DHA mean? What’s the difference between Omega-3 from fish oil and Omega-3 from plants? How much Omega-3 fish oil should be taken daily? Where is Kintek® fish oil sourced? What about the quality of Kintek® Omega-3 Fish Oil? What does "Pharmaceutical-grade" fish oil mean? How do ethyl ester (EE) and triglyceride (TG) forms of Omega-3 differ? What is molecular distillation? What is the difference between area percent and mg/g? What does peroxide values (PV) and p-anisidine values (P-AV) mean? What are mixed natural tocopherols? How relevant is cholesterol content in Kintek® fish oil ingredients?

What are the primary health benefits of Omega-3?
Omega-3 EPA and DHA are vital components in every cell of the human body.  These elements are essential in our diets, for proper physical growth and development.  Omega-3 EPA and DHA are an integral part of cell membranes and play an important role in cellular function.

EPA & DHA are also recognized for salubrious benefits at all stages in life.  Research concludes that EPA is essential for optimal functioning of the brain.  It also helps control inflammation.  DHA is strongly linked to the optimal health and development of the brain, visual, and nervous systems.  Further, EPA and DHA together contribute to overall better cardiovascular health. For more information regarding Omega-3 benefits, click here.
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What do the terms EPA and DHA mean?
Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) and Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) are biologically active Omega-3 long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs). These are basic elements in cells and are essential throughout the entire body for maintaining optimal health.

EPA = Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA, 20:5n-3)

DHA = Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA, 22:6n-3)


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What’s the difference between Omega-3 from fish oil and Omega-3 from plants?
Plant-sourced Omega-3 PUFA takes the form of Alpha-linolenic Acid (ALA), which is considered an essential fatty acid (EFA).  Because the human body is unable to synthesize this, the body converts ALA into EPA and DHA, which are biologically critical to good health.

Omega-3 PUFAs EPA and DHA are derived from ALA via enzymatic reactions in the body.  However, this process does not efficiently supply the body with sufficient amounts of EPA and DHA. EPA and DHA are found in oily fish, such as Sardines, Anchovies, Mackerel, and Salmon.  These fish are excellent sources of Omega-3 oils.
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How much Omega-3 fish oil should be taken daily?

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Where is Kintek® fish oil sourced?
Kintek® fish oil is primarily from fresh, wild Sardine, Anchovy and Mackerel found in cold, pristine waters off the South American continent, where little environmental contamination exists. Kintek® fish oil is derived from fish harvesting, which respects fish as a valuable renewable resource that must be properly managed.
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What about the quality of Kintek® Omega-3 Fish Oil?
Kintek® fish oils are manufactured to rigorous standards of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and CFIA (Canadian Food Inspection Agency) including HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point) practices and also comply with the Global Organization of EPA and DHA Omega-3 (GOED) standards.

Kintek® is the safest, purest source of EPA/DHA fish oil.  In fact, it is the first and only fish oil ingredient to achieve US Pharmacopeia (USP) verification.  USP sets standards for the quality, purity, strength, and consistency of prescription and OTC medicines and other health care products produced or marketed in the United States. These standards are recognized in more than 130 countries, and have been relied on for more than 200 years to help maintain public health around the world.  By federal law, prescription and OTC medicines sold in the United States must meet USP's strict standards. Numerous other countries also mandate use of USP standards to maintain a high standard of quality in pharmaceutical products.
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What does "Pharmaceutical-grade" fish oil mean?
"Pharmaceutical-grade" fish oil is often employed as a promotional tool to describe fish oil.  However, this term is not recognized by the same authorities that establish such standards, such as USP. Kintek® fish oil is USP verified, thus achieving the highest quality standard.


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How do ethyl ester (EE) and triglyceride (TG) forms of Omega-3 differ?

Ethyl esters result from removal, employing an ethylation process, of the basic glycerol structure.  The TG form is derived from either unconcentrated Omega-3 fish oil (18/12) or concentrated Omega-3 fish oil that has been re-esterified or reconverted to the TG form.  Most scientific research indicates that our bodies absorb Omega-3 from EE or TG similarly.
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What is molecular distillation?
Molecular distillation is a process that concentrates and purifies EPA and DHA from basic starter fish oil. This process relies on molecular weight fractionation, just as most distillation processes.
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What is the difference between area percent and mg/g?
The EPA and DHA component of fish oils are calculated, utilizing an analytical method of gas chromatography (GC). EPA or DHA elements are indicated as either an area percentage (%) or as a quantity per gram of oil (mg/g).
Area percent is the greatest EPA or DHA amount, measured by gas chromatography in relation to the total sum of peak areas for all fatty acids. No direct mathematical correlation exists to mg/g values.

The amount per gram of oil (mg/g) is determined by comparison of the peak area of EPA and DHA in a given oil sample in comparison to a pure sample of EPA or DHA.  The result can be slightly different, if expressed as the free fatty acid, triglyceride or ethyl ester forms of the oil.  The mg/g value gives the actual quantity of EPA or DHA per gram of oil, which contributes to the promotion of health.

What does peroxide values (PV) and p-anisidine values (P-AV) mean?
Peroxide values (PV) is a method to measure primary oxidation of the fish oil and, p-anisidine values (P-AV) measure secondary oxidation. Elevated PV and P-AV figures reflect increased oxidation. Our Omega-3 fish oil producer measures both values to give a full overview of Kintek® oil’s oxidation status, as part of their rigorous quality assurance processes.
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What are mixed natural tocopherols?
Mixed Natural Tocopherols (MNT), including d-alpha tocopherol (Vitamin E), are antioxidants, which prevent the oxidation and degradation of the oil, thereby, extending product shelf life.
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How relevant is cholesterol content in Kintek® fish oil ingredients?
A daily dose of Kintek® concentrated fish oil contains less than 1% of the maximum recommended daily level of cholesterol.  For example, Kintek® Omega-3 Fish Oil averages 0.21mg/g cholesterol, which is 0.07 % of the maximum daily-recommended cholesterol intake of 300 mg.
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