Contains natural source of omega-3 and omega-6 essential fatty acids, consisting of EPA from marine fish oil and virgin cold-pressed evening primrose oil. Does not contain significant amounts of DHA. VegEPA is a patented formulation of completely natural long-chain omega fatty acids. It contains a unique ratio of ultra-pure EPA (the omega-3 eicosapentaenoic acid) and cold-pressed, non-raffinated, virgin evening primrose oil (containing the omega-6 gamma-linolenic acid). As such, VegEPA combines the benefits that both these natural substances bring to the body. Fatty acids play an important part in the functioning of every living cell in the body. Specifically they may help the body in several ways including: improving the circulatory system, aiding concentration, maintaining a well-balanced state of mind and keeping joints in good condition. The EPA in VegEPA is derived from fish oil - the only source of long-chain omega-3 fats. This fatty acid forms a vital part of the diet as it enables the body to produce many substances that are necessary for health and well-being. EPA also plays a vital role in the structure, development and functioning of the brain. It may benefit sufferers of an array of mental and physical illnesses as well as preventing many potential health problems. The EPO in VegEPA is derived from the cold-pressing of evening primrose seeds. When EPO is unprocessed and unrefined it is a rich source of botanical triterpines - hormone-like substances which play an important role in immune function. EPO is renowned for oiling the joints, and nourishing the skin, hair and nails. A rich source of the omega-6 GLA, EPO’s importance in the structure of cell membrances and hence effective cell signalling cannot be over-emphasised. VegEPA’s manufacturing process is of the highest standard. Using a molecular distillation process the EPA is extracted from fish oil - and hence ultra-purified - removing all unwanted substances and impurities and also removing DHA (docosahexaenoic acid). Whilst this omega-3 fatty acid is vital for health, EPA is converted naturally by the body into DHA so, in the opinion of the manufacturers, it is unnecessary to take DHA in supplement form. (Note: there is some disagreement on this point, some other manufacturers contend DHA supplementation is beneficial). Furthermore, some studies are claimed by the manufacturer to have demonstrated that DHA in supplement form inhibits the beneficial effects of EPA. (Note: there is some disagreement on this point, some other manufacturers contend DHA supplementation is beneficial). See the link at the bottom of the page for Igennus own web site. The views expressed on the pages this link leads to are those of the website owners and not necessarily the views of Academy Health. It is recommended that VegEPA should be taken on a daily basis. Adults should take 2 to 4 capsules each day, preferably with food, in the morning or evening, or both. It may take up to 3 months for the full beneficial effects to become apparent. Nutritional Information: Each VegEPA capsule contains: 280 mg ultra-pure EPA (omega-3) from marine fish oil, 100 mg organic virgin evening primrose oil (containing omega-6). Ingredients: EPA concentrate, virgin cold-pressed non-raffinated evening primrose oil, natural Vitamin E, capsule shell containing fish gelatine, vegetable glycerol. Availability: Usually ships in 3-4 business days. 849001Recommended Selling Price: (see our Info section for what we mean by this) UK pounds £11.95Today's price: UK pounds £10.45 Read Igennus website for details of their claims Save Money: our flat rate shipping charges are a set amount per order, so adding extra items to an order will reduce the shipping cost per item. 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