No. The truth is that ethyl esters perform just as well in the body as triglycerides do. With all the information on the internet, it is still difficult to differentiate between “good science” and “good marketing.” Some information borders on downright nonsense or pure fabrication, while other information has some truth to it. However, studies speak for themselves. Medical journals and reports written by and for the medical community contain the most current and reliable information. The best thing to do is read for yourself from a non-biased publication.
In a twelve week randomized crossover study, an ethyl ester concentrate of EPA and DHA was compared with a triglyceride-based fish oil. Both preparations reduced triglycerides by 50%. The study used doses of 2- 4 grams. Therefore, it is the amount of omega-3 and not the form of oil that is necessary for results. It is the level of omega-3 essential fatty acids consumed daily that is imperative to attaining results, and NOT whether the supplement is in a triglyceride form or an ethyl ester form.
Omega-3s as ethyl esters are also just as equally absorbed as triglycerides. There is a difference in the rate of absorption, not the absorption ability. Both are equally able to be absorbed. In other words, one is not absorbed better than the other. There is not any difference in efficacy, either.
We offer a pure, potent omega-3 supplement called Res-Q 1250, intended to encourage the reduction of triglycerides. Res-Q 1250 provides the proper balance of omega-3 fatty acids for cardiovascular health benefits. Res-Q 1250 is available in both an ethyl ester and a triglyceride form. Res-Q 1250 is specifically formulated to deliver enough EPA and DHA for cardiovascular health benefits.
For more informaiton, visit us online at http://www.n3inc.com/ or call 1-800-26-ALIVE. Email sales@n3inc.com, and mention this blog post to request your free report on ethyl esters versus triglycerides.
References:
Omega-3 ethyl esters in cardiovascular prevention. Vascular Health and Risk Management. 2006:2(3)
Thursday, January 8, 2009
Is the triglyceride form of omega-3 better than ethyl ester?
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As a truth seeker, I searched through report after report to see if the triglyceride form might truly be better. I wanted to see if there might be some merit to these claims. After all, we offer a commitment to provide the best omega-3, and seek out new information all the time. After reading all the research, I am still not convinced that the triglyceride form will work any better than an ethyl ester with an equivocal amount of EPA and DHA. I am still convinced that the ability of an omega-3 supplement to work is directly dependent upon how much EPA and DHA is consumed daily, not what form of oil was used in the supplement.
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