What is the difference between Testa DHA + EPA and Testa vegan krill oil?

Testa Vegan Krill Oil DHA & EPA Omega-3 contains two additional active ingredients in addition to DHA + EPA: Astaxanthin and phospholipids. The last two named active substances have the effect of improving absorption into the blood. As this product has two additional active ingredients and therefore a different DHA/EPA ratio per capsule, we recommend taking 2 capsules a day for Vrill. This means that a box of Vegan Krill oil will last shorter than a box of our Algae oil.

What are the benefits of our Vegan Krill Oil Vrill?

1. Testa Vegan Krill Oil DHA + EPA is besides a high daily dose of omega-3 fatty acids, namely 280 mg DHA and 160 mg EPA (at a daily intake of 2 capsules), also rich in phospholipids and astaxanthin. As a result, the oil is better absorbed by the body.

2. Phospholipids are important building blocks for our cell membranes. The cell membrane is the outer covering of every living cell in our body. All substances entering or leaving the cell must pass through the membrane. A good condition of all our cell membranes is therefore essential for good health.

3. Astaxanthin is a carotenoid made by plankton, algae and certain plants, fungi and bacteria to protect themselves from the harmful effects of sunlight and oxygen; the highest concentration of astaxanthin is found in microalgae. Astaxanthin is a powerful and versatile antioxidant that can protect our cells from external damage, much more powerful than vitamin E.

Algae oilSustainable solution for fish oil capsules

The only reason that fish contain Omega-3 is that fish eat algae. Therefore, the good fatty acids which we need originate in algae and not in fish. 

So why should we intake fish oil capsules? We can very easily remove this extra step in our Omega-3 food chain and obtain the fatty acids directly from algae instead of from fish.

Algae oil capsules have the following advantages compared to fish oil capsules:

Sustainable choice: you are not contributing to  over-fishing and unnecessary by-catch;100% vegetable capsules, so also suitable for vegetarians and vegans;Where fish oil must be cleaned of harmful substances, algae oil is pure in and of itself.

If you choose algae oil capsules, you are not only opting for your own health but also for a healthy fish population and a healthy environment. 

Heart, brains and eyes

Most sources of omega-3 DHA and EPA are not plant-based and are therefore not suitable for vegetarians and vegans. For vegetarians and vegans it is particularly important to take extra DHA and EPA because ALA can only be converted into DHA and EPA to a limited extent. Omega-3 based on algae oil is one of the few natural animal-free sources of the much-needed DHA and EPA.

Omega-3 from algae

Omega-3 DHA + EPA fatty acids are mainly found in oily fish, but if you eat little to no fish it is difficult to take in enough Omega-3. Algae are high in Omega-3 and are the superfood for fish. Testa Omega-3 made from algae is a vegetable and especially environmentally friendly alternative for fish or fish oil capsules.

Why Algae Oil?

People often think of fish oil when talking about Omega-3, but is fish oil really healthy for you and your environment? There are 5 reasons to use Testa Omega-3 algae oil instead of fish oil:

Algae oil is pure, whereas fish oil is contaminated with quicksilver, PCBs and dioxins.Algae oil is made through a simple production process, in contrast to fish oil, which requires many chemical treatments in order to remove the contamination.Algae oil is fresh, whereas many fish oil supplements turn out to be rancid. No surprise that many mothers experience so called fish belching (burps). Read more about what Testa does to offer a fresh product?Algae are being grown on land, whereas fish oil does a lot of damage to our oceans. Did you know that currently 25% of the global catch is being used to produce fish oil products?Algae contain over 18% Omega-3, whereas in fish, this is no more than 0.1% to (in very special cases) 3%. This means that it takes 38 fat fish in order to produce 60 capsules.

Plant-based omega 3

An increasing number of people prefer to eat fewer or no animal products at all. And that’s no longer as hard as it used to be as today the market offers more and more substitute products, packed with plant-based vitamins, fibre and minerals. And Testa offers the ultimate plant-based Omega-3 supplement, made from algae.

Indispensable

Omega-3 consists of polyunsaturated fatty acids. These fatty acids are essential for good health. EPA and DHA fatty acids, for example, are beneficial to normal functioning of the heart and brains. In addition, research shows that DHA also helps to keep your eyes fit.

Better for you

Anyone who prefers to maintain a plant-based diet must make sure to get sufficient Omega-3 fatty acids. But our body does not produce these fatty acids by itself. That’s why a daily intake of Omega-3 fatty acids is recommended. Choosing Testa, you can be confident of getting a 100% plant-based Omega-3 supplement that enables you to take full advantage of all the health benefits Omega-3 has to offer. Testa does not extract Omega-3 from fish but from cultivated algae. So it’s better for you. And because this production of Omega-3 does not affect fish stocks, it’s also better for the world.

Difference DHA & EPA

Testa Omega-3 sells 2 types of Omega-3 supplements, namely Testa Omega-3 DHA+EPA (box with blisters) and Testa Omega-3 DHA (jar). We would like to explain the difference to you.

Testa Omega-3 DHA+EPA

Is a complete Omega-3 product that is suitable for everyone, 1 capsule per day provides the perfect support for heart, brain and eyes. Testa Omega-3 DHA+EPA contains at least 450 mg Omega-3, of which more than 250 mg DHA and more than 125 mg EPA guaranteed per capsule. This product is very suitable for vegetarians and vegans.

DHA and EPA mostly do different things. If your goal is reducing cellular inflammation, then you probably need more EPA. People who need to recover from depression, ADHD, brain trauma, etc. are advised to maintain high levels of EPA in the blood. Research with supplements shows that about 4 grams per day of DHA and EPA lowers systolic blood pressure (top pressure) by about 4.5 mm Hg in people with high blood pressure who are not taking any other medicines (Source: het Voedingscentrum, the Netherlands).

Testa Omega-3 DHA

Is suitable for people who like to have only DHA Omega-3 fatty acids or people who especially take the Omega-3 for eye- and brain health. Testa Omega-3 DHA contains over 250 mg Omega-3 in the form of DHA. It is an ideal supplement for pregnant women in combination with Testa Omega-3 DHA + EPA, because of the additional benefits that this combination offers for the fetus or infant.

DHA has a beneficial effect on the development of (unborn) babies and infants.

DHA does a great job of making membranes (especially those in the brain) a lot more fluid than EPA does. This increase in membrane fluidity is critical for synaptic vesicles and the retina of the eye. Nonetheless you always cover your bets with Omega-3 fatty acids by using both DHA and EPA at the same time.

More info can be found here: What health claims may Testa Omega-3 DHA + EPA make?

Allergens

Does Testa Omega-3 contain allergens?

No, Testa Omega-3 is free from allergens.

Can I intake algae oil if I am allergic to fish and/or shellfish?

Yes, our algae oil is 100% vegetal and there are no fish or crustaceans present. Testa Omega-3 has several loyal customers with fish or shellfish allergy and they are very pleased with Testa Omega-3.

Why does Testa Omega-3 use blisters as packaging?

We pack the capsules in blisters, because this provides the best protection for the capsules and we can therefore guarantee the shelf life better than any algae oil brand. The Omega-3 fatty acids are sensitive to light, UV radiation, moisture and especially air.

The blisters are recyclable and the boxes are made of FSC® certified cardboard.

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Why does Testa Omega-3 contain sunflower oil?

There is a small amount of sunflower oil in the capsule (3%) and this is necessary for processing the algae oil.

The sunflower oil Testa Omega-3 uses has a high oleic content (84%) from special hybrids of sunflowers. Therefore, linoleic acid content is much lower (6-9%) than regular sunflower oil.

Per capsule we have 28 mg Omega-6 and 450 mg Omega-3, or a ratio of 1: 16.

In krill oil, it is 1:7with sardine oil 1:2.2farmed salmon 1:5and with anjovis oil 1:10.

Nutricional information (per DHA + EPA capsule)

Energie:

8.59 Kcal35.43 KJ

Carbohydrates: 0.33 g

(of which sugars)> 0.01 g(of which starch) > 0.01 g(of which polyols) 0.15 g

Fat: 0.83 g

(of which saturates)0.19 g(of which monounsaturates)0.06 g(of which polyunsaturates) 0.53 g(of which cholesterol) > 0.01 mg

Protein > 0.01 g

Fiber > 0.01 g

Sodium > 0.01 g

Testa Omega-3 is a product of fermentation and standard vegetable oil refining processes. Some variability in the nutritional values will be observed from lot to lot.

Can I take more than 1 capsule (RDA) per day?

Yes.

The EFSA (EUROPEAN FOOD SAFETY AUTHORITY) recommends taking no more than 5 grams of Omega-3 per day for various health claims. Ten capsules of Testa Omega-3 contain 4.5 grams. There are therapists who recommend more than 1 capsule and that is not a problem, as long as you stay under an intake of 5 grams of Omega-3 per day.

Stay healthy during pregnancy with Testa Omega-3

A pregnancy is a special time in your life. A time when you want to take the best possible care of yourself as well as the baby growing inside you. Ensuring an adequate intake of Omega-3 is an excellent way to look after yourself and your developing baby.

Indispensable

Omega-3 consists of polyunsaturated fatty acids. These fatty acids are essential for good health. EPA and DHA fatty acids, for example, are beneficial to normal functioning of the heart and brains. In addition, DHA also supports your child’s visual and brain development for up to 12 months.

Better for you

Omega-3 fatty acids are indispensable for a healthy pregnancy. But our body does not produce these fatty acids by itself. Choosing Testa, you can be confident of getting a 100% plant-based Omega-3 supplement that enables you to take full advantage of all the health benefits Omega-3 has to offer. Testa does not extract Omega-3 from fish but from cultivated algae. This means Testa Omega-3 is entirely free of heavy metals, dioxins and PCBs. So it’s better for you and your child. And because this production of Omega-3 does not affect fish stocks, it’s also better for the world.

Is Testa Omega-3 algae oil suitable for children?

Yes, algae oil is very beneficial for children.

Like adults, they can take 1 softgel capsule per day. Although children are smaller, 1 capsule per day is a good dose. We advise children to wet the capsule first, this makes swallowing easier.

Children mainly benefit from DHA because of their growth, the DHA product (containing smaller capsules than DHA+EPA capsules) is therefore sufficient for children.

Recommended daily amount of Omega-3

The key fatty acids in Omega-3 are essential fatty acids, so we must take in these fatty acids by coordinating our food intake with our body’s Omega-3 requirement. Different health organizations provide different answers to the question of how much Omega-3 fatty acid you need to ingest on a daily basis. The recommended daily allowance of DHA and EPA they recommend varies from some 200 to 500 mg per day for a healthy adult.
The Dutch Nutrition Centre advises adults to ingest 200 mg of Omega-3 fatty acids per day, for example.

Our standard diet, however, is often not able to provide this quantity of Omega-3. If you want to come close to obtaining the recommended daily amount of DHA and EPA through your food intake, you can best eat one portion of (fatty) fish per week, according to the Nutrition Centre. The World Gastroenterology Organisation even recommends 3 to 5 portions of fish per week in order to take in sufficient quantities of DHA and EPA. 

However, fish is not a part of the weekly diet for many of us, otherwise 90% of the population would not be faced with a shortage of Omega-3.
In order to make up for this shortage, many people resort to dietary supplements. This explains the popularity of fish oil capsules, the best known Omega-3 dietary supplements on the market.

To support health in combination with a healthy diet, we recommend 1 capsule per day. 1 Omega-3 capsule per day is equivalent to eating 2 fatty fish a week. In some cases, therapists recommend larger amounts. The EFSA (EUROPEAN FOOD SAFETY ASSOCIATION) advises not to take more than 5 grams of Omega-3 per day. 10 capsules of Testa Omega-3 contain 4.5 grams of Omega-3 in total.

Dietary supplements should not replace a varied and healthy diet.

The capsules smell, taste or look different from what I am used to

Algae oil is a natural product and due to the nature of the oil some variability in the clarity of the product has been observed. With long-term storage at cooled temperature conditions, some semi-solid material may appear in the oil. This is not expected to adversely affect the quality of the product, but the oil must be mixed well to re-suspend this material before use.

Because fish get their Omega-3 from consuming algae, the smell and taste of fish and algae oil are related to each other.

Can I keep the capsules in the refrigerator?

Rather not.

Even if you live in a warm region, we advise you not to store the product in the refrigerator. If you have kept the capsules in the refrigerator, the product may become cloudy because the oil crystallizes.

Can I still use the capsules if they have been exposed to different temperatures?

Yes.

In the worst case, the shelf life will be slightly lower. Make sure you consume the product well within the expiration date.

Shelf life and storage advice

The shelf life of the Testa Omega-3 capsules is at least 2 years after the production date, if stored at a (dry) room temperature between 15 – 25 ° C, protected from sunlight (like other oils).
Other manufacturers usually have a shelf life of 3 years, but Testa Omega-3 applies the strictest safety standards. The expiry date (month + year) is on the blister next to the batch number.

Testa Omega-3 does everything to protect the product as well as possible against oxidation

we add up to 4 times as much vitamin E (antioxidant) to Testa Omega-3 DHA+EPA;

Unlike the bulk of our algae oil competitors:

we produce small batches all year round, so we always have a fresh product at our disposal;we use an airtight blister package so that each capsule is well protected against external influences.