HormeOmega-3 (EPA/DHA)
Its main value is cardiovascular health.
What it is for
Cardiovascular health; possible support for recovery and joints.
How it works
Fatty acids with an anti-inflammatory effect; they are incorporated into cell membranes.
Dosing
There is no universal ergogenic dose. Prioritize food; therapeutic triglyceride doses require a specific indication and formulation.
When to take it
With meals; split it for tolerance.
Safety
In trials involving people with cardiovascular disease or high risk, 4 g/day over years slightly increased atrial fibrillation. This does not quantify risk at lower doses in healthy athletes.
Side effects
Fishy reflux, digestive discomfort.
Interactions
Caution with anticoagulants at high doses.
Contraindications
Check with your doctor if you take anticoagulants.
Who it has been studied in
Useful if you eat little oily fish; possible support for menstrual pain.
Frequently asked
Does it increase muscle?
The direct effect is small; its value is general health.
- Evidence tier
- B
- Quality
- Moderate-high (CV health)
- Studies
- Many RCTs
- Consensus
- Recommended for cardiovascular health
- Controversy
- A small direct effect on hypertrophy
- Reviewed
- 2024
Strength of evidence out of 5.