Fish Oil / Omega-3

EPA+DHA dose and triglyceride form — what to look for.

#1Nature Made Fish Oil 1200mg
$12-$20 · 4.7★

Drugstore-trusted, USP-verified fish oil at the lowest cost per softgel.

  • Cheapest reputable option
  • USP verified for purity
  • Widely available
#2Sports Research Triple Strength Omega-3 Fish Oil
$20-$30 · 4.7★

Triglyceride-form fish oil (1250mg EPA+DHA) from wild Alaska pollock.

  • Triglyceride form for absorption
  • Strong EPA+DHA dose per softgel
  • IFOS-tested, non-GMO
#3Nordic Naturals Ultimate Omega
$30-$45 · 4.7★

High-concentration triglyceride-form omega-3 (1280mg EPA+DHA) with strong purity testing.

  • Triglyceride form absorbs well
  • High EPA+DHA per serving
  • Third-party tested for purity/oxidation
#4NOW Foods Omega-3 Molecularly Distilled
$12-$18 · 4.7★

Molecularly distilled omega-3 softgels — a solid no-frills budget pick.

  • Very low cost per gram
  • Molecularly distilled for purity
  • GMP-certified facility

Frequently Asked Questions

How much fish oil should I take?

Aim for roughly 1–2g of combined EPA+DHA per day from the label, not 1–2g of total fish oil. Higher doses are used clinically but talk to your doctor first.

Is triglyceride fish oil worth the extra cost?

TG-form omega-3 absorbs somewhat better than the cheaper ethyl-ester form. If your budget allows, it is a reasonable upgrade; otherwise take a bit more EE to compensate.