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Essential Fatty Acids

product on market Softgel Capsule GNC Women's Safety: 100/100
100/100

This product looks safe

  • No ingredients exceed tolerable upper intake levels
  • 25% of ingredients have research evidence
B Label Compliance Grade

What the Evidence Says

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Omega-3 fatty acids and gamma-linolenic acid are researched for supporting cardiovascular health and inflammatory responses. There is strong evidence for the role of omega-3s in heart health, though overall evidence coverage for this specific profile is limited. The ingredients are generally recognized as safe for consumption.

AI-generated summary based on research evidence. Not medical advice.

Label

Product Label

Label for Essential Fatty Acids
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Label Data

1 Softgel(s)
Serving Size
Fat/Fatty Acid
Product Type
25%
Evidence Coverage
Ingredients

Supplement Facts — Evidence Check

Calories
15 Calorie(s)
Total Fat
1.5 Gram(s) (2% DV)
Market median: 750.0mg (447 products) 393 studies (A:18, B:204)
Gamma-Linolenic Acid
20 mg

Other Ingredients

Fish Body Oil Gelatin Glycerin Safflower Oil Rosemary extract Mixed Tocopherols
Claims

Label Claims — Verification

Unverified Nutrient
Unverified All Other
Unverified Structure/Function
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Product Information

Directions for Use

Directions: As a dietary supplement, take contents of one packet daily with food. For maximum benefits, take as directed every day.

Warnings & Precautions

Contains: Soybeans, Fish (Pollock, Whiting, Anchovy, Sardine, Mackerel).

Keep out of reach of children.

Warning: Cancer and reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Consult your physician prior to using this product if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.

Discontinue use two weeks prior to surgery.

Consult with your physician prior to use if you have high blood pressure or heart problems, or are taking prescription drugs.

Do not exceed recommended intake.

Formulation Notes

Conforms to USP <2091> for weight. Meets USP <2040> disintegration.

Specially formulated for women 50 & older

Includes multivitamin + antioxidant formula + brain health complex + bone building complex + essential fatty acids

Life starts at 50 - your regimen starts here. With a multivitamin clinically proven to make you feel better, plus extra ingredients customized for women 50 and older, our Women’s Vitapak Program 50 Plus will help you support healthy aging.

Your added support includes: Cardiovascular Health Omega-3s and GLA help support healthy blood lipids and cardiovascular health

Each pack contains: Essential Fatty Acids

Additional Information

Our quality commitment to you Since 1935, our mission as the industry leader has been to provide you with the highest-quality nutritional supplements. We continue to stand behind this mission. If you're not 100% satisfied with your purchase, return the unused portion of the product with your receipt within 30 days and we'll either refund your money or find a replacement product that is right for you.

In a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study of 112 healthy volunteers, subjects taking the GNC vitamin and mineral blends for six weeks experienced significant improvements in serum levels of certain key nutrients compared to a placebo and a leading multivitamin formula based upon multivariate statistical analyses of a group of B vitamins (thiamin, niacin, riboflavin, pantothenic acid, biotin, folic acid and vitamins B-6 and B-12) and key antioxidants and carotenoids (a group of beta-carotene, alpha-tocopherol, selenium, lutein and lycopene). Statistical improvements in SF-36 Vitality and Mental Health scores were also observed compared to placebo.

Store in a cool, dry place.

Metadata

Product Details

DSLD Entry Date2020-07-23
Product TypeFat/Fatty Acid
FormSoftgel Capsule
DSLD ID229328
Data Updated2026-04-11
Research

Research Evidence

495
Research Sources
56
Avg Quality
222
Meta Analysis
104
Clinical Trial
72
Rct
69
Systematic Review
11
Guideline
5
Cochrane Review
5
Regulatory Source
3
Narrative Review
1
Openfda Safety
A Omega-3 fatty acids for the primary and secondary prevention of cardiovascular disease
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2018 PubMed DOI
A Omega-3 fatty acids for the primary and secondary prevention of cardiovascular disease
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2020 PubMed DOI
A Omega-3 fatty acid addition during pregnancy
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2018 PubMed DOI
A Omega-3 fatty acids for depression in adults
Systematic Review The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2021 PubMed DOI
A Omega-3 fatty acids for the primary and secondary prevention of cardiovascular disease
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2018 PubMed DOI
A Non-immunosuppressive treatment for IgA nephropathy
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2024 PubMed DOI
A Omega-3 fatty acid supplementation for depression in children and adolescents
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2024 PubMed DOI
A Interventions for fatigue and weight loss in adults with advanced progressive illness
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2012 PubMed DOI
A Motor control exercise for chronic non-specific low-back pain
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2016 PubMed DOI
A Polyunsaturated fatty acids for the primary and secondary prevention of cardiovascular disease
Meta Analysis The Cochrane database of systematic reviews 2018 PubMed DOI
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