Fatty Acids

Krill Oil

Also called Phospholipid omega-3

Omega-3s carried on phospholipids, as found in krill oil. It is often well absorbed and less likely to cause fishy burps, but it usually provides less EPA and DHA per capsule and costs more.

Best for

Easy digestion with no fishy reflux

Absorption

High

Typical timing

With a meal to improve absorption and reduce reflux

How to take Krill Oil

A typical dose of Omega-3 (Fish Oil): 1,000–2,000 mg combined EPA+DHA per day. Best timing: With a meal to improve absorption and reduce reflux. The form you choose mainly affects absorption and how easily it sits with your stomach, not the overall dose.

Where to buy Krill Oil

Choose a third-party-tested brand; the label should name this form explicitly.

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Krill Oil vs other Omega-3 (Fish Oil) forms