Arctic Cod Liver Oil, Lemon by Nordic Naturals – Heart and Brain Support Omega-3 Fish Oil
Arctic Cod Liver Oil, Lemon soft gels by Nordic Naturals provide marine omega-3s from 100% wild Arctic cod in a lemon-flavored capsule format. This omega-3 fish oil supplies 750 mg total omega-3s per three-soft-gel serving, including 240 mg EPA and 360 mg DHA, without measuring a liquid.
The formula emphasizes DHA alongside EPA, making the individual fatty acid amounts useful when comparing it with other fish oils. Both the 90-soft-gel and 180-soft-gel sizes provide the same amounts per serving; bottle size changes the stated serving count, not the formula or directions.
Key Arctic Cod Liver Oil, Lemon Benefits
- Supports heart health through omega-3 fatty acids that participate in cell membranes and normal cardiovascular signaling.
- Provides DHA for brain health, helping supply a structural fat used in nerve-cell membranes and communication.
- Supports healthy immune system function by supplying EPA and DHA, which the body uses to make lipid messengers involved in normal immune responses.
How Arctic Cod Liver Oil, Lemon Works
After digestion, EPA and DHA enter the body's circulating fat supply and become available for incorporation into cell membranes. These flexible outer layers help cells maintain their structure and communicate with their surroundings. EPA also supplies building material for signaling molecules, while DHA is particularly concentrated in brain and retinal membranes.
The label identifies triglyceride-form omega-3s, meaning the fatty acids are carried in a form of fat found in foods. This is the soft-gel formula, not Nordic Naturals' liquid cod liver oil: the two formats have different serving amounts and should not be treated as interchangeable.
Key Functional Ingredients Include:
- EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid): Supports normal cell signaling by providing a starting material for lipid messengers that help coordinate immune responses. EPA also becomes part of cell membranes, connecting this cod-derived fatty acid with the formula's support for everyday cardiovascular and immune function.
- DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid): Helps maintain the structure and flexibility of nerve-cell membranes. DHA is abundant in the brain and retina, where the membrane environment supports normal signaling. Providing DHA directly supplies this marine fatty acid without relying solely on the body's limited conversion from plant-derived omega-3s.
Arctic Cod Liver Oil, Lemon Is Formulated For
- Adults seeking cod-derived EPA and DHA in lemon-flavored soft gels rather than a liquid oil.
- Adults comparing fish oils by their stated EPA and DHA amounts, not bottle size alone.
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Recommendation: Adults take three soft gels daily, with food, or as directed by your health care professional.
Serving Size: 3 Soft Gels
Servings Per Container: 90-soft-gel bottle: 30; 180-soft-gel bottle: 60.
Calories ... 35
Total Fat ... 3 g
Saturated Fat ... 0.5 g
Cholesterol ... 15 mg
Total Omega-3s◊ ... 750 mg
EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid) ... 240 mg
DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid) ... 360 mg
**Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
1 Daily Value (DV) for adults.
† Daily Value not established.
◊ Includes EPA, DHA, and Other Omega-3s in triglyceride form (TG).
Vitamins A and D are naturally occurring in cod liver oil. Each serving contains up to 190 mcg RAE (21% DV) for vitamin A and less than 2% of the DV for vitamin D.
Other Ingredients: purified arctic cod liver oil, soft gel capsule (gelatin, glycerin, water, natural flavor), natural flavor, RRR-alpha tocopherol (antioxidant), rosemary extract (a natural preservative).
Does Not Contain: No gluten, milk derivatives, or synthetic dyes.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place, away from sunlight.
Warning: Consult with your physician before taking this product if you have a known medical condition, or are taking medications (including blood thinners).
Additional cautions: This cod-derived product is not suitable for people with fish allergy. Higher omega-3 doses can increase bleeding risk; do not increase the labeled intake without professional guidance.
Frequently Asked Questions About Arctic Cod Liver Oil, Lemon
What are the benefits of Arctic Cod Liver Oil, Lemon?
Arctic Cod Liver Oil, Lemon supplies EPA and DHA for normal cell-membrane structure, cardiovascular signaling, and immune function. DHA also has an important structural role in brain and retinal membranes. Each three-soft-gel serving provides 750 mg total omega-3s, including 240 mg EPA and 360 mg DHA. The lemon-flavored soft gels offer these cod-derived fats without taking a spoonful of oil. They complement food sources of omega-3s rather than replace a varied diet.
Who should take Arctic Cod Liver Oil, Lemon?
This formula is intended for adults who want marine omega-3s in soft gels and prefer a cod-only oil source. It is not a vegetarian product: the formula contains cod liver oil and a gelatin capsule. Avoid it if you have a fish allergy. Both bottle sizes use the same three-soft-gel serving. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or already using other cod liver oil or vitamin A supplements, have your healthcare professional review your combined intake before choosing it.
Are there any side effects of taking Arctic Cod Liver Oil, Lemon?
Fish oil can cause unpleasant taste, bad breath, heartburn, nausea, stomach discomfort, diarrhea, headache, or smelly sweat; lemon flavor does not rule these out. Avoid this cod-derived product if you have a fish allergy. Consult with your physician before taking this product if you have a known medical condition, or are taking medications (including blood thinners). Do not take if tamper-evident seal is broken or missing. Keep out of reach of children. Higher omega-3 doses can increase bleeding risk; do not increase the labeled intake without professional guidance.
How does Arctic Cod Liver Oil, Lemon support overall health?
EPA and DHA contribute to the fatty layers surrounding cells, helping maintain the membrane environment needed for normal communication. EPA is also used to make signaling molecules involved in immune responses, while DHA is especially important in brain and retinal membranes. This formula supplies those fats directly from Arctic cod liver oil in triglyceride form. Its role is nutritional support for normal body functions, not a substitute for medical care or the broader nutrients supplied by meals.
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.