CanPrev Omega-Pro Essential HP 40/20 - High Potency Fish Oil | 90 Softgels
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| Serving | 1 to 3 softgels (400-1,200mg EPA + 200-600mg DHA per day) |
| Licensed Natural Health Product | NPN 80020957 |
| Quality Standards | Molecularly Distilled · 14 Lab Tests |
| Country | Formulated and Made in Canada  |
About this item
- BALANCED HIGH-POTENCY OMEGA-3: Each softgel delivers 1,000mg of wild deep-sea fish oil with a 400mg EPA / 200mg DHA ratio (40:20) - a source of omega-3 fatty acids, EPA and DHA, for the maintenance of good health.
- HELPS SUPPORT COGNITIVE & CARDIOVASCULAR HEALTH: Helps support cognitive health and brain function, and helps support cardiovascular health, at the standard 1-softgel daily dose.
- 2 SOFTGELS TO HELP REDUCE TRIGLYCERIDES: Taking 2 softgels per day is formulated to help reduce serum triglycerides/triacylglycerols.
- 3 SOFTGELS FOR HEALTHY MOOD BALANCE: Taking 3 softgels per day is formulated to help promote a healthy mood balance.
- MOLECULARLY DISTILLED FOR PURITY: Sourced from small wild-caught fish (sardines, anchovies & mackerels) and molecularly distilled to help remove contaminants, with added vitamin E to help preserve freshness.
- QUALITY TESTED: Tested by an independent laboratory for arsenic, cadmium, lead, mercury, peroxide value, PCBs, dioxins and furans, acid value, disintegration and microbiological clarity.
- CLEAN FORMULA: No binders, no fillers, no artificial colours, flavours or preservatives. Gluten-free, dairy-free, sugar-free and corn-free. Contains soy and fish. Made in Canada.
Product Description
Omega-Pro Essential HP 40/20 - 1,000mg Wild Deep-Sea Fish Oil, 400mg EPA + 200mg DHA
A high-potency, molecularly distilled fish oil softgel delivering 1,000mg of wild deep-sea fish oil (sardines, anchovies & mackerels) with a balanced 400mg EPA / 200mg DHA ratio (40:20) per softgel, stabilized with vitamin E for freshness. A source of omega-3 fatty acids, EPA and DHA, for the maintenance of good health - formulated to help support cognitive and cardiovascular health, and, at higher daily doses, to help reduce serum triglycerides and promote a healthy mood balance. Licensed Natural Health Product NPN 80020957.
Une gélule d'huile de poisson hautement concentrée et distillée moléculairement, fournissant 1 000mg d'huile de poisson sauvage des grands fonds marins (sardines, anchois et maquereaux) selon un ratio équilibré de 400mg d'AEP / 200mg d'ADH (40:20) par gélule, stabilisée à la vitamine E pour préserver sa fraîcheur. Source d'acides gras oméga-3, d'AEP et d'ADH, pour le maintien d'une bonne santé - formulée pour aider à soutenir la santé cognitive et cardiovasculaire, et, à doses quotidiennes plus élevées, pour aider à réduire les triglycérides sériques et à promouvoir un bon équilibre de l'humeur. Produit de santé naturel homologué. NPN 80020957.
One Softgel, Three Real Doses
1 Softgel for Daily Support · 2 Softgels to Help Reduce Triglycerides · 3 Softgels for Healthy Mood Balance
400mg EPA + 200mg DHA (40:20 Ratio)
A balanced, high-potency dose of both key omega-3s in every softgel, sourced from small wild-caught fish and molecularly distilled for purity.
Vitamin E for Freshness, No Fishy Aftertaste
Added vitamin E (D-alpha tocopherol) helps protect the oil from oxidation, supporting freshness and stability from bottle to softgel.
What EPA & DHA Support
EPA and DHA are the two long-chain omega-3 fatty acids found in fish oil, each studied for a distinct set of real health roles - here is what CanPrev Omega-Pro Essential HP 40/20 is formulated to support.
Fish Oil (wild sardines, anchovies & mackerels)
Molecularly distilled wild deep-sea fish oil - a source of omega-3 fatty acids for the maintenance of good health.
1,000mg per softgelEPA (eicosapentaenoic acid)
One of the two primary omega-3 fatty acids in fish oil; helps support cardiovascular health and, at higher doses, helps reduce serum triglycerides and promote healthy mood balance.
400mg per softgel
DHA (docosahexaenoic acid)
The other primary omega-3 fatty acid in fish oil; helps support cognitive health and brain function.
200mg per softgelCanPrev Omega-Pro Essential HP 40/20: Supplement Facts
Supplement Facts
- Fish oil (wild sardines, anchovies & mackerels) per softgel1,000mg
- EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) per softgel400mg
- DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) per softgel200mg
Non-Medicinal Ingredients: Non-medicinal ingredients: D-alpha tocopherol (soy), gelatin (bovine), glycerin, purified water. No binders. No fillers.
Recommended Use or Purpose: A source of omega-3 fatty acids, EPA and DHA, for the maintenance of good health. Helps support cognitive health and brain function. Helps support cardiovascular health. Helps reduce serum triglycerides/triacylglycerols (2 softgels per day). Helps promote healthy mood balance (3 softgels per day).
Recommended Dose (Adults 19 years and older): Take 1 to 3 softgels per day with food, or as directed by a qualified health care practitioner. 2 softgels per day helps reduce serum triglycerides; 3 softgels per day helps promote healthy mood balance.
Cautions and Warnings: Allergens: soy, fish. Consult a health care practitioner before use if you have psychological disorders such as anxiety or depression. Do not use if the safety seal is broken. Keep out of reach of children.
Actual product packaging and materials may contain more and different information than shown on our website. Always read labels, warnings and directions before using or consuming a product. This item is sold and shipped by Amazon.ca; purchases are completed on Amazon.
Fiche produit
- Huile de poisson (sardines, anchois et maquereaux sauvages) par gélule1,000mg
- AEP (acide eicosapentaénoïque) par gélule400mg
- ADH (acide docosahexaénoïque) par gélule200mg
Ingrédients non médicinaux : Ingrédients non médicinaux : D-alpha tocophérol (soya), gélatine (bovine), glycérine, eau purifiée. Sans liants. Sans agents de remplissage.
Usage ou fins recommandés : Source d'acides gras oméga-3, d'AEP et d'ADH, pour le maintien d'une bonne santé. Aide à soutenir la santé cognitive et les fonctions cérébrales. Aide à soutenir la santé cardiovasculaire. Aide à réduire les triglycérides/triacylglycérols sériques (à raison de 2 gélules par jour). Aide à promouvoir un bon équilibre de l'humeur (à raison de 3 gélules par jour).
Posologie recommandée (adultes de 19 ans et plus) : Prendre de 1 à 3 gélules par jour avec de la nourriture, ou selon l'avis d'un praticien de soins de santé qualifié. 2 gélules par jour aident à réduire les triglycérides sériques; 3 gélules par jour aident à promouvoir un bon équilibre de l'humeur.
Mises en garde : Allergènes : soya, poisson. Consulter un praticien de soins de santé avant l'utilisation si vous souffrez de troubles psychologiques tels que l'anxiété ou la dépression. Ne pas utiliser si le sceau de sécurité est brisé. Garder hors de la portée des enfants.
NPN 80020957
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Get it on Amazon.caWhy CanPrev Omega-Pro Essential HP 40/20
1,000mg of wild deep-sea fish oil with a balanced 400mg EPA / 200mg DHA ratio per softgel, molecularly distilled and stabilized with vitamin E - formulated to support cognitive, cardiovascular, joint, eye and skin health.
400mg EPA + 200mg DHA per softgel
A high-potency, balanced 40:20 ratio of both key omega-3 fatty acids in a single daily softgel.
Molecularly distilled, vitamin E stabilized
Purified to help remove contaminants, with added vitamin E to help preserve freshness and reduce fishy aftertaste.
Helps support cognitive, heart, joint, eye & skin health
A source of omega-3 fatty acids, EPA and DHA, for the maintenance of good health, cognitive function and cardiovascular health.
Premium Canadian brand
CanPrev - Pro Essentials line, formulated and made in Canada. NPN 80020957.
Inside every softgel
1,000mg of wild deep-sea fish oil (sardines, anchovies & mackerels) delivering 400mg EPA and 200mg DHA (a 40:20 ratio), molecularly distilled and stabilized with vitamin E - a source of omega-3 fatty acids, EPA and DHA, for the maintenance of good health.
How to use it
Take 1 to 3 softgels daily
Adults (19 years and older): take 1 to 3 softgels per day with food, or as directed by a qualified health care practitioner.
1 softgel for daily support
Take 1 softgel per day for cognitive and cardiovascular health support.
2 softgels to help reduce triglycerides
Take 2 softgels per day to help reduce serum triglycerides/triacylglycerols.
3 softgels for healthy mood balance
Take 3 softgels per day to help promote a healthy mood balance.
What the research says about EPA and DHA (fish oil omega-3s)
Educational summaries of published research on EPA and DHA fish oil omega-3 fatty acids; not product-specific claims. CanPrev Omega-Pro Essential HP 40/20's claims are the authorized uses under NPN 80020957.
A major Cochrane review found little effect on cardiovascular events, but a clear triglyceride benefit
A Cochrane review of 86 randomized trials (over 162,000 participants) found increasing long-chain omega-3 intake had little or no effect on all-cause mortality or overall cardiovascular events, though it may slightly reduce coronary heart disease mortality and events, and reduced serum triglycerides by about 15% in a dose-dependent way.
Cochrane ReviewA large statin-treated trial found no cardiovascular benefit from a high-dose omega-3 formulation
The STRENGTH trial randomized over 13,000 statin-treated patients at high cardiovascular risk to 4g/day of an omega-3 carboxylic acid formulation or corn oil; the trial was stopped early after an interim analysis showed no significant difference in major adverse cardiovascular events between groups.
Human RCTA dose-response meta-analysis linked higher EPA/DHA intake to greater reductions in heart attack risk
An updated meta-analysis and meta-regression of 40 randomized trials (over 135,000 participants) found EPA and DHA supplementation was associated with reduced risk of myocardial infarction, coronary heart disease events, fatal myocardial infarction and coronary heart disease mortality, with the protective effect increasing with dosage.
Meta-analysisA classic meta-analysis found a dose-dependent triglyceride-lowering effect from fish oil
A systematic review and meta-analysis of 21 randomized trials found fish oil consumption produced a net reduction in triglycerides of about 27mg/dL along with a small increase in HDL cholesterol, with higher fish oil doses and higher baseline triglyceride levels associated with greater reductions.
Meta-analysisOmega-3 reduced triglycerides in fatty liver disease patients, but the benefit did not hold in those with diabetes
A meta-analysis of 9 randomized trials (528 patients with metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease) found omega-3 supplementation significantly reduced triglyceride levels overall, but subgroup analysis found this benefit was not statistically significant in patients with comorbid type 2 diabetes.
Meta-analysisCardiology guidelines recognize omega-3 fatty acids as a treatment option for severe hypertriglyceridemia
A review of the evidence and guidelines on omega-3 fatty acids and cardiovascular health notes that elevated triglycerides are treated as a cardiovascular risk-enhancing factor, and that omega-3 fatty acids are recommended by major guidelines for patients with persistently elevated, severe hypertriglyceridemia.
ReviewHigh-dose DHA reached the brain in older adults at dementia risk, but did not change cognition over 2 years
A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial in 365 older adults at risk for dementia found 2g/day of DHA for 24 months significantly raised the brain-relevant DHA-to-arachidonic acid ratio in cerebrospinal fluid, regardless of APOE4 genetic status, but found no difference in cognitive performance or brain volume between groups over the study period.
Human RCTA children's trial found dose-dependent brain-activity changes with fish oil, without significant reaction-time gains
A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial in 120 healthy children (6-12 years) given low-dose (260mg) or high-dose (520mg) DHA fish oil for 12 weeks found no significant difference in reaction time or accuracy on cognitive tests, but found a dose-dependent increase in brain-activity amplitude (event-related potentials) during attention and memory tasks.
Human RCTDHA supplementation may help in early Alzheimer's risk before symptoms appear, a review found
A review of DHA supplementation in carriers of the APOE4 Alzheimer's risk gene found that while clinical trials in patients who already had Alzheimer's dementia showed no benefit, several studies suggested DHA supplementation taken before dementia symptoms begin may help slow early memory decline in APOE4 carriers.
ReviewOmega-3 supplementation reduced inflammatory tear markers in dry eye patients with low omega-3 levels
A randomized controlled trial in 102 dry eye disease patients with a low omega-3 index gave four capsules per day of EPA/DHA or placebo for 6 months; the omega-3 group showed a significant reduction in inflammatory tear cytokines along with improved dry eye symptom scores, goblet cell density and other clinical measures.
Human RCTA re-esterified triglyceride omega-3 improved tear film and dry eye symptoms after cataract surgery
A multicenter randomized clinical trial in 107 patients with meibomian gland dysfunction after cataract surgery found re-esterified triglyceride-form omega-3 supplementation significantly improved tear film break-up time, corneal staining and dry eye symptom questionnaire scores compared to control.
Human RCTDHA protected retinal cells from degeneration in an animal model
A study using deuterium-stabilized DHA in a mouse model found oral supplementation protected against the onset and progression of degeneration of the retinal pigment epithelium, the layer of cells that supports and nourishes the retina's light-sensing cells.
Animal studyHigh-dose fish oil let some rheumatoid arthritis patients reduce or stop their NSAID medication
A double-blind, placebo-controlled trial in 66 rheumatoid arthritis patients found high-dose fish oil supplementation significantly reduced tender joint count, morning stiffness duration and physician-assessed disease activity, and some patients were able to discontinue their anti-inflammatory medication without a disease flare.
Human RCTSix months of fish oil reduced anti-inflammatory drug use in stable rheumatoid arthritis patients
A randomized, double-blind, controlled trial in 43 rheumatoid arthritis patients found 6 months of fish oil supplementation (10g/day) significantly decreased patients' reported use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, with modest anti-inflammatory effects overall.
Human RCTA meta-analysis of marine oil supplements found a modest, real benefit for arthritis pain
A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized trials evaluating marine oil supplements (including fish oil) for arthritis pain found a statistically significant, modest reduction in pain intensity compared to placebo or comparator oils.
Meta-analysis12 weeks of marine omega-3 improved skin hydration and elasticity in a human trial
A clinical trial in healthy adults found 12 weeks of marine omega-3 (krill oil) supplementation significantly improved transepidermal water loss, skin hydration and skin elasticity compared to baseline.
Human trialFish oil reduced skin dryness and itching in an animal model of dry skin
A study using an acetone-induced dry skin rat model found oral fish oil supplementation reduced skin dryness and pruritus (itching), supporting a role for omega-3 fatty acids in skin barrier and comfort.
Animal studyDietary fish oil raised the skin's tolerance to UV exposure in a human clinical trial
A clinical trial found 3 months of dietary fish oil rich in omega-3 fatty acids significantly increased the minimal erythema dose (the skin's sunburn threshold) to UVB exposure, and lowered UVB-induced skin prostaglandin E2 levels, indicating reduced UV-triggered skin inflammation.
Human clinical trialA meta-analysis found EPA-predominant omega-3 formulas had the clearest benefit for mood
A meta-analysis of 26 randomized, placebo-controlled trials (2,160 participants) found an overall beneficial effect of omega-3 supplementation on depressive symptoms, with the clearest benefit seen in formulations that were pure or predominantly EPA (60% or more) at doses of 1g/day or less; DHA-predominant formulations did not show the same benefit.
Meta-analysisA review found the most convincing evidence for omega-3 in mental health was for mood disorders
A review of double-blind, placebo-controlled trials across several psychiatric conditions found the most convincing evidence for benefit from omega-3 supplementation was in mood disorders (major depression and bipolar disorder), with meta-regression suggesting EPA may be more beneficial for mood than DHA.
ReviewA meta-analysis of 10 trials found a significant antidepressant effect from omega-3 supplementation
A meta-analysis of 10 double-blind, placebo-controlled trials (329 patients with mood disorders) found a statistically significant antidepressant effect of omega-3 fatty acid supplementation, with significant benefit seen in both major depressive disorder and bipolar disorder, though the authors noted heterogeneity between studies.
Meta-analysisA market survey found most commercial omega-3 supplements met freshness and purity standards
A study analyzing 20 commercial omega-3 supplements sold in the French market found only 2.5% failed to meet their labeled omega-3 content, and all tested products complied with industry peroxide, anisidine and Totox value standards for oxidative freshness - though vitamin E (tocopherol) content varied widely between products.
Analytical studyVitamin E showed a real antioxidant effect protecting DHA oil from oxidation in lab testing
A laboratory study on purified DHA triglyceride oil found alpha-tocopherol (vitamin E) showed an improved antioxidative effect after 12 hours of oxidative exposure, supporting its established role in helping protect omega-3 oils from oxidative breakdown.
Laboratory studyChemistry research shows why protecting fish oil from oxidation matters for quality
A detailed chemical analysis of deliberately over-oxidized fish oils identified the specific breakdown compounds (including isoprostanoids and oxysterols) that form as omega-3 oils degrade, underscoring the importance of measures like molecular distillation and antioxidant protection in maintaining fish oil freshness and quality.
Analytical studyFrequently asked questions
What is CanPrev Omega-Pro Essential HP 40/20 and what does it do?
It's a high-potency fish oil softgel providing 1,000mg of wild deep-sea fish oil with 400mg EPA and 200mg DHA (a 40:20 ratio) per softgel. It's a source of omega-3 fatty acids, EPA and DHA, for the maintenance of good health, and helps support cognitive health, brain function and cardiovascular health.
What does '40/20' mean?
It refers to the milligram ratio of EPA to DHA in each softgel - 400mg EPA and 200mg DHA, out of 1,000mg total fish oil.
How many softgels should I take?
Adults (19 years and older): take 1 to 3 softgels per day with food, or as directed by a qualified health care practitioner. 2 softgels per day is used to help reduce serum triglycerides; 3 softgels per day is used to help promote a healthy mood balance.
Why does it contain vitamin E?
Vitamin E (D-alpha tocopherol) is added to help protect the omega-3 oil from oxidation, supporting freshness, stability and a milder taste.
Where does the fish oil come from?
From small, wild-caught deep-sea fish - sardines, anchovies and mackerels - and it is molecularly distilled to help remove contaminants.
Does it contain allergens?
Yes - it contains soy (in the D-alpha tocopherol) and fish. The softgel shell is made from bovine gelatin. Consult a health care practitioner before use if you have psychological disorders such as anxiety or depression, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or are taking any medication, including blood thinners.
Is it gluten-free?
Yes - it's gluten-free, dairy-free, sugar-free, corn-free and GMO-free, with no binders, fillers, artificial colours, flavours or preservatives.
Where do I buy it?
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Support heart, brain, joint, eye and skin health every day
Get CanPrev Omega-Pro Essential HP 40/20 on Amazon.ca - fast, protected delivery.
Get it on Amazon.caNatural Health Product NPN 80020957. A source of omega-3 fatty acids, EPA and DHA, for the maintenance of good health. Helps support cognitive health and brain function. Helps support cardiovascular health. Helps reduce serum triglycerides (2 softgels per day). Helps promote healthy mood balance (3 softgels per day). The research summaries below concern these ingredients generally and are educational - they are not claims about this finished product. Read and follow the label. Contains soy and fish allergens. As with any natural health product, consult a health care practitioner on the use of this product, especially if pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking blood thinners. Results may vary.
Important information
Safety Information
Cautions and Warnings: Allergens: soy, fish. Consult a health care practitioner before use if you have psychological disorders such as anxiety or depression. Do not use if the safety seal is broken. Keep out of reach of children.
Indications
Recommended Use or Purpose: A source of omega-3 fatty acids, EPA and DHA, for the maintenance of good health. Helps support cognitive health and brain function. Helps support cardiovascular health. Helps reduce serum triglycerides/triacylglycerols (2 softgels per day). Helps promote healthy mood balance (3 softgels per day).
Ingredients
Medicinal ingredients (per 1 softgel): Fish oil (wild sardines, anchovies & mackerels) 1,000mg; EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) 400mg; DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) 200mg. Non-medicinal ingredients: D-alpha tocopherol (soy), gelatin (bovine), glycerin, purified water. No binders. No fillers. Contains: soy, fish. NMIs are subject to change - always read and follow the label for accurate ingredients, cautions and allergen information.
Directions
Recommended Dose (Adults 19 years and older): Take 1 to 3 softgels per day with food, or as directed by a qualified health care practitioner. 2 softgels per day helps reduce serum triglycerides; 3 softgels per day helps promote healthy mood balance.
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