Omega-3 Perilla Oil 1000 mg, Vegetarian is an alternate source of Omega-3 essential fatty acids. It is derived from the Asian Beefsteak plant (Perilla fructescens.) Flax seed oil contains 60% Omega-3 fatty acids and 20% Omega-6 fatty acids, a 3 to 1 ratio. Fish oils are similar but more expensive and more subject to oxidation because they are more highly unsaturated. They also contain long chain Omega-3's such as EPA and DHA which are synthesized in the body from alpha-linolenic acid. Health From The Sun Perilla Oil 1000 is cold expeller-pressed perilla seed oil, one of nature's richest plant sources of the omega-3 essential fatty acid, alpha-linolenic acid. With 55% omega-3 fatty acids, perilla oil is an ideal vegetarian alternative to fish oil as well as an excellent alternative to flax seed oil. Studies prove that omega-3 fatty acids play a vital role in heart, brain, joint and skin function. Perilla Oil 1000 also contains flavonoids, anthocyanins and phenolic compounds; antioxidant nutrients that play a role in allergies and cardiovascular health. Chemical free extraction. Independently tested to guarantee purity and truth-in-labeling. Manufactured following pharmaceutical GMPS (Good Manufacturing Practices).

Suggested Use:
One tablespoon daily. May be taken by the spoonful or added to salad dressings, dips, yogurt, hot cereal, blenader drinks or other foods. Do not apply direct heat. Refrigerate after opening.

Ingredients:
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 Tablespoon (15 mL)
Servings Per Container: ~16
Amount Per Serving % Daily Value*
Calories 125
Calories from Fat 125
Total Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11g
Monounsaturated Fat 2g
Alpha-Linolenic Acid (omega-3) 7700mg **
Linoleic Acid (omega-6) 2100mg **
Oleic Acid (omega-9) 1820mg **
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
**Daily Value not established.
Ingredients: Perilla seed oil, rosemary extract, mixed tocopherols (vitamin E), ascorbyl palmitate (vitamin C) and citric acid to protect freshness.

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