No Fishy Burps! How to Get Plant-Based Omega 3

Together Health Omega 3 Supplement (from algae)

Together Health Algae Omega 3 features natural fish-free algae for DHA and EPA omega 3 at and ideal natural ratio, sustainably grown in a contamination-free environment. This means you get omega 3 straight from the source, with no fishy aftertaste.

Always check with GP if pregnant/nursing or taking any medication, before using supplements.

The capsules are made from plant cellulose from the Pinus Elliottii tree, and can be separated and the contents mixed with food or drink if preferred.

The supplements are sold in easy to recycle pouches that are plastic-free and contain a protective film made from wood pulp. All layers are home compostible.

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Why choose sustainable algae omega 3?

Our oceans are no longer clean, so aside from the unkind fishing (along with issues with by-catch and  ghost fishing waste), fish now often contains high levels of chemical residues in their flesh, so it’s best to get omega from algae in clean environments.

25% of the global catch is now for fish oil products, but fish only contain omega 3 because they eat algae, so it makes sense  to just take that instead. And also help our delicate marine systems at the same time.

Algae contains both DHA and EPA which our bodies need to get the benefits of omega 3 for our hearth, brain, eyes and skin. Omega 3 is found in plant foods like flax seeds (linseed), but most plant oils are higher in omega 6 so unless you eat flax seeds every day, this is helpful to balance.

Vegums Fish-Free Omega 3 Gummies

Vegums Fish-Free Omega 3 Gummies are by a brand founded by two pharmacists, and sold as easy-to-chew flavoured gummy sweets, to get your nutrition. Also in version for children (age 3 to 11 – after 12 take the adult version). They are sold in tins with compostable refill pouches.

Check with GP if pregnant/nursing or taking any medication, before using supplements.  Keep away from young children and pets, as they look and taste like sweets (citrus especially is toxic near pets). 

Good for brains, eyes and joint health, these contain DHA and EPA from sustainable algae. And are free from fish or mercury, in a delicious mango flavour.

Feel Omega 3 Supplement (from algae)

Feel Omega 3 is a high-potency supplement made from sustainable algae, the same place that fish get their omega 3 from. With a high dose of DHA and EPA, this supports a healthy brain, eyes and heart, with no fish or mercury. And results in 90 days.

Use discount code WELCOME_20 for 20% off first subscription order (not for bundles nor combined with other discount codes). 

Check with GP if pregnant, nursing or taking other medication, before taking supplements. This has rosemary extract, so check if epileptic. 

Results to expect from Feel Omega 3

• Month 1 – Your body’s level of essential fatty acids will slowly increase, for better skin and hair health.
• Month 2 – You may also notice better joint mobility, and better concentration.
• Month 3 – Hydrated skin and hair, and better mobility and focus.
• 1 year and after – your blood, heart and brain should be saturated with essential fatty acids, for better vision, heart and brain fuction.

What are essential fatty acids?

DHA is a long-chain omega 3 fatty acid found in cell membranes, to help nerve cells communicate. This is essential for good brain function. It’s also good for heart, eye, skin and hair health.

Omega 3 acids are also good for mood, but as most people don’t intake the plant-based versions (from flax seeds or hemp seeds) nor fish (this has mercury and most people don’t eat oily fish in big quantities anyway), this is the next best thing.

Algae is a potent and sustainable form of omega 3, grown in sustainable pools to avoid pollution, over-fishing or by-catch. And no bitter aftertaste (this one has rosemary extract for flavour).

We now that omega 3 fatty acids are good for the heart, brain, skin and eyes. They also help reduce inflammation so cana help people with rheumatoid arthritis, autoimmune conditions and even depression. But you don’t need mercury-contaminated fish to get them (cooking fish negates benefits anyway).

There are three sources of omega 3 fatty acids:

EPA and DHA are both from oily fish (salmon, mackerel, tuna, sardines and herring). But these are on the ‘banned list’ for pregnancy/nursing, children and weak immunity, due to concerns over mercury. Plus others choose not to eat them, due to over-fishing and bycatch concerns.

ALA is the plant-based source. This is just as good. But in England, the foods are not really on our ‘everyday eating’ list – flaxseeds (linseeds), chia seeds. So it’s time to get creative!

If you already take a sustainable vegan vitamins, check first to avoid over-dosing. However unlike say taking vitamin D alongside a vitamin, most multivitamins don’t have omega 3s, so you should be fine. 

Always check with your healthcare provider before taking supplements, if you take medications or other supplements. Check age ranges too, as most are not for children. 

If you are taking omega 3s for specific benefits, most people notice a difference within a week, for others it may take up to three months. Any slight stomach upset should settle (esp. if taken with meals or splitting the dose across the day).

Nothing Fishy (omega 3 in glass jars with refills)

Nothing Fishy is a good brand, sold in glass bottles with refill pouches. Users found a 69% improvement in joint health, 62% improved cognitive performance, and 65% felt benefits within 3 months.

Why choose plant-based omega 3?

Plant-based sources of omega 3 fatty acids

This vegan coffee walnut cake (The Veg Space) is a good source of omega 3 fatty acids. Avoid caffeine for pregnancy/nursing.

• Walnuts are good for our brains (they even look like little brains!) Not just for Walnut Whips, use these on top of cereals or in puddings and baking. Eat four a day (obviously not for allergies or children). Keep them in the fridge to avoid becoming rancid.
• Flaxseeds (also called linseeds) are easy to find. You can mix 1 tablespoon with 3 tablespoons of water to make a ‘flax egg‘ to use in baking.
• Chia seeds are often used in puddings as a gelatine supplement (they swell so avoid for children and people with swallowing difficulties or on blood thinners, and always mix with water before use).
• Hemp seeds don’t make you high! High in protein, they are only distantly related to cannabis, and grow locally and organiclly. Found in health shops, use them ground up smoothies. Try them in hemp energy bites.
• Rapeseed oil is not really good to have in excess (it’s great for vegan roast potatoes, but you don’t want to be glugging oil all day). However, it’s healthier to cook with than olive oil (best raw for salad dressings).

What’s wrong with fish oil supplements?

Cod liver oil may be ‘good for creaky joints’, but it’s high in vitamin A that in excess can cause liver damage, bone density loss and severe headaches. NHS advises to avoid it during pregnancy, as high doses could cause birth defects.

Cod liver oil can also thin the blood, which can increase bruising and bleeding when taken with some medications (including Warfarin and Aspirin – it can also lower blood pressure for those already on drugs, and affect blood sugar for people with diabetes). Surgeons even advised to stop taking it 1 t 2 weeks before surgery, as it can interfere with blood clotting.

Plus of course cod is from cod – see above for environmental concerns. Plus it quickly goes rancid, and gives fishy burps! Cod liver oil is not recommended for pets, as it can cause vitamin toxicity – talk to your vet about safe alternatives. 

Together Health Omega 3 (from algae in paper packs)

Together Health offers affordable omega 3 supplements on subscription, in paper packs. Made with algae and containing the ideal natural radio of DHA and EPA omega 3s. The algae is sustainably grown in a contamination-free environment.

Vegums Omega 3 Gummies (including for kids)

Vegums omega-3 supplements were created by pharmcists, sold as tasty mango chewable supplements in cellulose (wood pulp) bags that you cut and compost, after use (or bin to naturally break down in the bin). Also in a children’s version.

Keep away from young children and pets, as they look/taste like sweets.

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Feel Omega 3 Supplements (in sustainable packaging)

Feel Omega 3 is a high-potency supplement made from algae that contains a high dose of DHA and EPA. It has wonderful reviews, earn discount rewards.

Use code partner20 for 20% discount (not bundles or subscriptions). 

I developed eczema inside my ear and tried everything. It was causing severe infections and pain. After hearing the benefits of omega 3, I tried these and in a few weeks, my ears were about 70% better. Over a year later, they are 99% better.

My joints are much less ‘creaky’ and seem to ache less.

Dr.Vegan Omega 3 (in tins with refill pouches)

Dr.Vegan Omega 3  sends the first order in a metal tin, then you just get affordable refill pouches after that. Receive optimal 300mg DHA and 150mg EPA from algae, with big discounts for regular subscriptions.

Ethical Nutrition (vegan omega 3 in plastic-free pots)

Ethical Nutrition offers omega 3 supplements in plastic-free packaging. Say goodbye to fishy burps with these quality capsules made from marine algae, grown in a controlled environment, to avoid oceanic contamination and pollution. Made in the UK by a family-owned business.

Omvits (liquid vegan omega 3 and kids’ drops)

Omvits offers a range of algae-based omega 3 in easy-to-recycle packs. The pipette for the kids’ drops can be recycled at any Superdrug or Boots store, and the liquid is in glass bottles.

Futurekind Plant-Based Omega 3 (North America)

Futurekind is a brand in sustainable packaging, made with tapioca softgel tabs and a pleasant citrus smell and taste. Profits help farm animal sanctuaries worldwide.