How much Omega-3 is in a serving of fish or eggs?
When talking to folks in clinic about increasing their Omega-3 intake, the supplementation vs. diet question often arises
This blog entry reviews how much Omega-3 is available in two of the most common dietary sources - Fish and Omega-3 enriched Eggs
Omega-3 (EPA/DHA) in fish varies greatly on the type of fish.
Salmon, Sardines and Mackerel have the highest concentration
A typical 6-ounce (170-gram) serving of cooked salmon provides* approximately:
1500mg - 2500mg of EPA + DHA
Salmon, Sardines and Mackerel have the highest concentration
A typical 6-ounce (170-gram) serving of cooked salmon provides* approximately:
1500mg - 2500mg of EPA + DHA
Note: This does vary by type of Salmon as well as wild-caught vs. farmed.
Following dry eye treatment protocols, one serving of fish daily would provide adequate Omega-3 intake
However, one serving of fish per day is just not reasonable for most people. Omega-3 supplementation becomes the only realistic way to achieve desired therapeutic levels.
Normal eggs provide approximately
20-50 mg of EPA + DHA
Omega-3 enriched eggs provide
90-150 mg of EPA + DHA
Following dry eye treatment protocols, a dozen enriched eggs daily would provide adequate Omega-3 intake
Obviously , this is not reasonable. Once again, Omega-3 supplementation becomes the only realistic way to achieve desired therapeutic levels.
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