INGREDIENTS-
EACH CAPSULE CONTAINS: FISH OIL – NATURAL 1.5 g
Contains: Omega-3 marine triglycerides 450 mg as: Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) 270 mg Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) 180 mg
WARNINGS: If symptoms persist consult your healthcare practitioner. Derived from seafood.
No added gluten, lactose, egg, yeast, salt, artificial colours and artificial flavours. Mercury tested.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE-
ADULT DOSAGE: General wellbeing: Two capsules daily with food. Heart and brain health: Two capsules twice daily with food. Joint health: Three capsules twice daily with food.
CHILD DOSAGE: 2-6 years: One capsule daily. 6-12 years: One - two capsules daily. Pierce and take oil or squeeze into juice. Or as directed by a healthcare professional.
Store below 25°C. Do not use if cap seal is broken.
EVIDENCE-
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