Spring Valley · label read against the research

Omega-3 Fish Oil

Nothing in here reaches an amount we have seen work.

6 ingredients on the label0 at a studied amount

Fish Oil, Gelatin, Glycerin, Water, Mixed Tocopherols — research exists, the label doesn’t give an amount

These are studied for real uses, but this panel lists them without a quantity — so whether this bottle holds enough is something we genuinely cannot say. Check the label in your hand against the doses on the linked pages.

Solid for High Blood Pressure Solid for Anxiety Solid for Lack of Focus Solid for Headaches/Migraines Solid for Chronic Inflammation Evidence for Acne Mixed for Irritability Evidence for Joint Pain Mixed for Low Mood Evidence for Poor Memory Evidence for Brain Fog Evidence for Dry Skin Solid for High Blood Pressure Solid for Anxiety Solid for Lack of Focus Solid for Headaches/Migraines Solid for Chronic Inflammation Evidence for Acne Mixed for Irritability Evidence for Joint Pain Mixed for Low Mood Evidence for Poor Memory Evidence for Brain Fog Evidence for Dry Skin Solid for High Blood Pressure Solid for Anxiety Solid for Lack of Focus Solid for Headaches/Migraines Solid for Chronic Inflammation Evidence for Acne Mixed for Irritability Evidence for Joint Pain Mixed for Low Mood Evidence for Poor Memory Evidence for Brain Fog Evidence for Dry Skin Solid for High Blood Pressure Solid for Anxiety Solid for Lack of Focus Solid for Headaches/Migraines Solid for Chronic Inflammation Evidence for Acne Mixed for Irritability Evidence for Joint Pain Mixed for Low Mood Evidence for Poor Memory Evidence for Brain Fog Evidence for Dry Skin Solid for High Blood Pressure Solid for Anxiety Solid for Lack of Focus Solid for Headaches/Migraines Solid for Chronic Inflammation Evidence for Acne Mixed for Irritability Evidence for Joint Pain Mixed for Low Mood Evidence for Poor Memory Evidence for Brain Fog Evidence for Dry Skin

0at a studied amount

1under it, untested

0only a trace

5nothing we can say

Supplement Facts

Serving Size 1 Softgel(s)

Amount Per Serving % Daily Value

Fish Oil concentrate475 mg†

as Omega-3 Fatty Acid Ethyl Ester

Fish Oil†

Gelatin†

Glycerin†

Water†

Mixed Tocopherols†

† Daily Value not established, or not stated on this label.

under the tested amountform isn't stated

What the maker says

Their words, from the label. We show them so you can see what you’re being told. They’re Spring Valley’s claims, not our findings.

What they say it’s for

“Omega-3 Fish Oil Omega-3 Fish Oil with EPA and DHA to support heart health. Contains MEG-3, a high-quality, concentrated and naturally sourced fish oil.”
“Contains fish (anchovies, herring, mackerel and sardines).”

How they say to take it

Suggested Use: Adults, take one packet daily, preferably with a meal.

Their own warning

Warning: Not intended for use by pregnant or nursing women. If you are taking any medications, planning any medical or surgical procedure or have any medical condition, consult your doctor before use.
Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

1 under the amount that was tested

Not tested and failed — untested. Nobody ran those trials at this amount.

Fish Oil concentrate475 mg

Supports high blood pressure — dose is 76% short of the 2000–3000 mg tested.
Supports anxiety — dose is 53% short of the 1000–2000 mg tested.
Supports lack of focus — dose is 53% short of the 1000–2000 mg tested.
Supports headaches/migraines — dose is 74% short of the 1800–2400 mg tested.
Supports chronic inflammation — dose is 76% short of the 2000–3000 mg tested.
Some evidence for acne — dose is 53% short of the 1000–2000 mg tested.
Some evidence for irritability — dose is 53% short of the 1000–2000 mg tested.
Some evidence for joint pain — dose is 76% short of the 2000–3000 mg tested.
Some evidence for low mood — dose is 53% short of the 1000–2000 mg tested.
Some evidence for poor memory — dose is 53% short of the 1000–2000 mg tested.
Some evidence for brain fog — dose is 53% short of the 1000–2000 mg tested.
Some evidence for dry skin — dose is 53% short of the 1000–2000 mg tested.

Label read from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Formulations change — check the panel on the bottle in your hand. Check a different product.