Olprima™
Frequently Asked Questions

The Standard American Diet (SAD) lacks the nutritional value that is necessary for living a healthy lifestyle. The human body needs fatty acids found in both omega-3 and omega-6, but it is important that they be consumed in a healthy ratio. The SAD has an overabundance of omega-6 fatty acids, found in poultry, eggs and vegetable oils, and an insufficient amount of omega-3 fatty acids. High omega-6 and low omega-3 consumption can tip a healthy body system out of balance and allow low levels of inflammation to occur. The body needs a higher ratio of omega-3 to omega-6 to support the resolution phase of the inflammation process.

Omega-3s play critical roles in the human body and are abundant in the brain and retina. These essential fatty acids and their metabolites regulate a number of body systems including cardiovascular, pulmonary, immune, nervous, and endocrine systems. Omega-3s are components of the phospholipid structures of the cell membrane and are important for cell membrane structure stability and fluidity. Phospholipids are also a good source of energy and play a role in cell signaling. In short, like oil for any machine, omega-3s help the body operate smoothly.

Omega-3 fatty acids are needed for optimal function of the human body, and they may also provide numerous powerful health benefits. Scientific evidence from several clinical intervention studies has shown that adequate intake of omega-3 fatty acids is associated with several beneficial health outcomes. An emerging number of clinical studies have investigated the actions of EPA, DPA and DHA individually rather than together. It is now possible to tailor different blends of individual omega-3s, mainly EPA and DHA, according to the health benefits we are seeking to achieve.

Standard Process offer a range of targeted formulations of EPA and DHA for a variety of health benefits. Foundational forms of omega-3 supplementation include Calamari Omega-3 Liquid, Tuna Omega-3 Oil & Tuna Omega-3 Chewable, and Cod Liver Oil, which each help to bridge the gap of omega-3 intake and support general health. Our three Olprima products -- Olprima EPA, Olprima DHA, and Olprima EPA|DHA -- are concentrated omega-3 oils, which can provide condition specific support and can be used by patients for a duration as directed by their health care practitioner.

Our Olprima products are concentrated omega-3 oils. They offer various concentrations of the omega-3 oils with an emphasis on purified EPA, DHA or a combination of EPA and DHA. The intent is to offer a concentrated therapeutic dose of targeted omega-3s. All Olprima products join our current omega-3 products in being gluten-free, sustainably-sourced and pure.