Springfield NourSea calanus oil omega 3 wax esters

Springfield NourSea calanus oil omega 3 wax esters
Springfield NourSea Calanus Oil

Calanus oil is the natural, unrefined oil derived from the 3-5 mm small crustacean Calanus finmarchicus, belonging to the Copepods. This crustacean is part of the zooplankton and is found in large quantities in the Northern Arctic Ocean (Arctic Ocean). The naturally high content of the carotenoid astaxanthin gives the oil its characteristic deep red color.

Calanus oil has a unique composition of fats and is rich in omega-3 fatty acids (over 20%). The uniqueness of Calanus oil is that the fatty acids occur in the form of wax esters for more than 86%, esters of fatty acids and fatty alcohols (fatty acids bound to fatty alcohols). This gives the oil specific, beneficial properties for health that are not or less present in 'regular' fish oil or krill oil.

The difference in action between omega-3 fatty acids from Calanus oil and fish oil is likely due to the fact that wax esters are digested more slowly than ethyl esters and triglycerides from fish oil. During the digestion of wax esters, free fatty acids are likely released lower in the intestines, in the distal part of the small intestine and in the large intestine. These intestinal areas are richest in receptors that respond to free fatty acids, the fatty acid sensors FFA4 (also known as GPR120).

Composition

Composition per softgel:
Calanus™ oil (Calanus finmarchicus) from crustaceans (zooplankton) 500 mg:

• wax esters 425 mg
• unsaturated fatty acids 145 mg
• omega-3 total 105 mg
• astaxanthin 300 mcg

Ingredients
Calanus™ oil (Calanus finmarchicus) from zooplankton (CRUSTACEANS), Stabilizer (capsule: FISHgelatin, glycerine, water).

Usage
1 to 2 softgels per day with or after a meal. Children up to 14 years maximum 1 softgel per day.

Contains astaxanthin. Not suitable for children under 14 years. Do not use in combination with other astaxanthin-containing products.

Storage instructions
Use with caution when using anticoagulants and in case of allergy to seafood (crustaceans and shellfish).

The digestion and absorption of NourSea is inhibited by Orlistat.

Manufacturer / Distributor
Bonusan BV, P.O. Box 7212, 3280 AA Numansdorp

This product is a dietary supplement.

Do not exceed the recommended dosage.

A varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle are important. A dietary supplement is not a substitute for a varied diet.

Keep out of reach of young children.

Store in a dry, closed place at room temperature, unless otherwise advised on the label.

Consult a professional before using supplements in case of pregnancy, lactation, medication use, and illness.