microalgae oil

While the human body makes most of the fats it needs, it can’t make omega-3 fats. We have to get them from food. Omega-3s are necessary for everyone from infants to adults. They’re important for cell membranes and receptors throughout the body. They also play a major role in preventing and managing many different health conditions. 

There are three types of omega-3 fatty acids — ALA, DHA, and EPA. Your body needs all three to function well. The body can convert some ALA into DHA and EPA, but not a significant amount. For this reason, you need to get the rest of your essential fatty acids from other sources. Most people get DHA and EPA from fish and fish oil. For vegetarians, vegans, and those with fish allergies, however, these sources aren’t ideal.

Algal oil provides a substitute for fish and fish oil. It’s an oil made from certain types of microalgae. Usually, fish consume these microalgae and convert them into essential fatty acids that get stored in their tissue, which you eat. Algal oil skips the fish altogether.

Algal oil contains docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA). DHA and EPA are two of the most important omega-3 fatty acids. Algal oil also contains other important fatty acids called omega-9 fatty acids.

Together, these fatty acids provide many health benefits. They can help your heart.The omega-3 fatty acids in algal oil may help to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. EPA and DHA can help lower blood pressure and triglycerides as well as improve how well your blood vessels work.