Salmon and Fish Oils Omega-3 Complex - Jamieson Vitamins

SALMON AND FISH OILSOMEGA-3 COMPLEXUPC CODE 0 646420 6705 0150+50 Softgel BonusNPN # 80027190NATURAL HEALTH PRODUCTSDIRECTORATE (NHPD) CLAIMS:Jamieson Salmon and Fish Oils Omega-3Complex is approved for the following NHPDclaims:• A source of Omega 3 fatty acids for themaintenance of good health• Helps support cognitive health/brain function• Source of EPA/DHA for the maintenance ofgood healthGENERAL INFORMATIONFatty acids are the basic building blocks ofwhich fats and oils are composed. Certain fattyacids are considered “essential” because theycannot be produced in the body and must beobtained from outside sources. The omega-3fatty acid alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) and theomega-6 fatty acid linoleic acid (LA) are bothconsidered to be essential fatty acids (EFAs).These are the parent compounds from whichother omega-3 fatty acids such as EPA, DHA,and omega-6 fatty acids, such as arachidonicacid (AA) are made. North American diets areoften deficient in omega-3 fatty acids, and arehigh in LA, saturated (“bad”) fatty acids, andtrans fatty acids. While LA is an essential fattyacid, it is plentiful in the diet, and it is the parentomega-6 fatty acid from which AA is produced.It is AA that contributes to inflammatoryprocesses in the body. 1,2Although inflammation serves importantfunctions in certain circumstances, an excess ofinflammatory substances can have negativehealth consequences, and tends to occur whenthere is not an appropriate balance of antiinflammatoryomega-3 fatty acids in the diet.Saturated and trans fatty acids also increasecholesterol levels in the body, and can affect theintegrity of cell membranes. In the body, EPAand DHA compete with metabolic pathways thatlead to the formation of AA. Both EPA andDHA occur naturally in oily cold-water fish,such as salmon, making it an excellent source ofomega-3 fatty acids.The omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA offerseveral cardiovascular benefits, includingdecreased serum triglycerides and reduction inblood pressure. 3 They also help prevent bloodplatelets from clotting and sticking to arterywalls, thereby allowing blood to flow moresmoothly through the vessels. 4Omega-3 fatty acids have anti-inflammatoryproperties, and can provide symptomatic relieffrom conditions caused by inflammation.Abnormal levels of inflammatory compounds areresponsible for the common symptoms ofpsoriasis, including itching, scaling, anderythema. Eczema is also caused by an excessivereaction of the immune system, leading toinflammed, irritated and sore skin. The omega-3fatty acid EPA provides the epidermal cells withthe precursors needed to help synthesize naturalanti-inflammatory hormone substances calledprostaglandins and leukotrienes. 5 As a result, theproduction of the inflammatory compoundscausing eczema and psoriasis is reduced, leadingto relief from symptoms of these skin disorders. 6Omega-3 fatty acids also decrease the productionof inflammatory compounds that cause the jointswelling and associated pain of arthritis. 7The optimal sources of omega-3 fats are EPAand DHA, because these are quickly convertedinto plasma and membrane lipids, and thereforeproduce more rapid effects than ALA.Jamieson Salmon and Fish Oils Omega-3Complex is formulated from natural sources andFor Accidental Overdose (such as child ingesting formula)Dial 911, 0 for operator assistance or call you nearest Poison Control Centre.For Professional Use OnlyThe information contained here has been accumulated from many sources.Indications are not intended as cures, they are simply a guideline to be used at your professional discretion.For more information please visit www.jamiesonvitamins.comor call 1-800-265-5088 to speak to a Consumer Affairs representative.09/07/11

is pharmaceutically tested to guarantee fullpotency and absolute clinical purity.What makes Salmon and Fish Oils Omega-3Complex from Jamieson Laboratoriesdifferent…..and why does that difference meanbetter?1) Formulated using EPA and DHA in theirnatural triglyceride form for optimalbioavailability. Many other EFA productson the market use fish oils in the ethyl esterform which are less stable and not as wellabsorbed as the triglyceride form.2) The EPA and DHA extracted from salmon,sardines, and anchovies are purified using agentle molecular distillation process toremove all traces of mercury and othermicro-contaminants.3) This pharmaceutical grade product isstandardized to contain 18% (180 mg) ofEPA and 12% (120 mg) of DHA in eachcapsule.4) Our premium formulations are manufacturedusing the 360 Pure process – a minimum of360 quality tests that guarantee traceabilityand reliability of raw material, productsafety, full potency and absolute clinicalpurity.INGREDIENT INFORMATIONAvailable as 150+50 Softgels.Each softgel contains:Salmon and Fish Oils Omega-3 Complex…………………………………………1,000 mg(Derived from 1,000 mg of pure, molecularlydistilled salmon, sardine, and anchovy fish oil)Providing:Eicosapentaenoic acid TG (EPA)…...180 mgDocosahexaenoic acid TG (DHA)…..120 mg(in the natural bioactive TG Triglycerideform)EXCIPIENTSGelatin, Glycerin.DIRECTIONSAdults - Take 1 to 3 softgels daily with a meal.Store between 15°C-25°C, away from children.INDICATED BENEFITS• A source of omega-3 fatty acids (EPA andDHA) for the maintenance of good health• Helps support cognitive health/brainfunctionNUTRIENT INTERACTIONSDrug InteractionsAnticoagulant medications, aspirin.Nutrient DepletionsMineral oil, orlistat, bile acid sequestrants.Supportive InteractionsGarlic, immunosuppressants, HMG-CoAreductase inhibitors, calcium channel blockers,vitamin E, vitamin C, selenium.WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONSNone known when taken as directed.TOXICITY, ADVERSE REACTIONS,AND SIDE EFFECTSDo not exceed recommended dosage. Fish oilmay cause belching, flatulence, nausea, bloating,and diarrhea.For Accidental Overdose (such as child ingesting formula)Dial 911, 0 for operator assistance or call you nearest Poison Control Centre.For Professional Use OnlyThe information contained here has been accumulated from many sources.Indications are not intended as cures, they are simply a guideline to be used at your professional discretion.For more information please visit www.jamiesonvitamins.com or call 1-800-265-5088 to speak to a Consumer Affairs representative.09/07/11

REFERENCES1. Whelan J. (2008). The health implications ofchanging linoleic acid intakes.Prostaglandins Leukot Essential Fatty Acids.2. Omega-3 Fatty Acids (n.d.) RetrievedNovember 11, 2008, from:http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Omega-3_fatty_acid3. Roche HM, Gibney MJ. (2000). Effects oflong-chain n-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids onfasting and post-prandial triacylglycerolmetabolism. American Journal of ClinicalNutrition. 71(1): S232-S237.4. Vandongen R, Mori TA, Burke V, Beilin LJ,Morris J, Ritchie J. (1993). Effects on bloodpressure of omega 3 fats in subjects atincreased risk of cardiovascular disease.Hypertension. 22(3): 371-379.5. Gil A. (2002). Polyunsaturated fatty acidsand inflammatory diseases. Biomedicine andPharmacotherapy. 56(8): 388-96.6. Mayser P, Mrowietz U, Arenberger P, BartakP, Buchvald J, Christophers E, Jablonska S,Salmhofer W, Schill WB, Krämer HJ,Schlotzer E, Mayer K, Seeger W,Grimminger F. (1998). Omega-3 fatty acidbasedlipid infusion in patients with chronicplaque psoriasis: results of a double-blind,randomized, placebo-controlled multicentertrial. Journal of the American Academy ofDermatology. 38(4): 539-547.7. Lau CS, Morley KD, Belch JJ. (1993).Effects of fish oil supplementation on nonsteroidalanti-inflammatory drug requirementin patients with mild rheumatoid arthritis-adouble-blind placebo controlled study.British Journal of Rheumatology. 32: 982-989.For Accidental Overdose (such as child ingesting formula)Dial 911, 0 for operator assistance or call you nearest Poison Control Centre.For Professional Use OnlyThe information contained here has been accumulated from many sources.Indications are not intended as cures, they are simply a guideline to be used at your professional discretion.For more information please visit www.jamiesonvitamins.com or call 1-800-265-5088 to speak to a Consumer Affairs representative.09/07/11