The term cardiovascular health (also referred to as heart health) is used to describe a cardiovascular system that is strong and in good physical condition. By leading a more healthful lifestyle and through proper supplementation, you can significantly increase your chances of maintaining good cardiovascular health.

Homocysteine is a marker of cardiovascular risk. Homocysteine is a toxic amino acid that when found in high concentrations in the blood is associated with a high risk of heart disease and stroke. According to some experts, homocysteine, as a marker for cardiovascular disease, is as important a factor as cholesterol or smoking. Homocysteine levels can become elevated as a result of smoking, high alcohol consumption, low levels of selected B-vitamins in the diet, or a previous heart attack or stroke.

The fish oil used in Heart Health Essential Fish Oil with Vitamin E is laboratory tested for mercury, lead, PCB and other heavy metals. We only use fish oil that meets or exceeds standards set by Canada (CFIA), European Union (EU) and the United States (CRN).

Vitamin E is added to the Heart Health Essential Fish Oil with Vitamin E supplement to provide antioxidant protection for the fish oil which contains the omega 3 fatty acids DHA and EPA. The vitamin E helps to keep the fish oil from oxidizing, thereby extending the shelf life and potency of the product.

No. This product contains gelatin and fish oils.

Fish oils have anti-coagulant activity, which can prevent blood clotting. Anti-coagulant activity could cause excessive bleeding before or during delivery. Therefore, women who are pregnant or breast-feeding should talk to their healthcare provider if they want to take this product.

The climate and temperature directly affects the smell of the product. During high temperature season (i.e., during summertime), the product may have a stronger fish smell. However, the stronger smell does not affect the potency of the product. To prevent the strong smell, it is suggested to keep the product in a cool and dry place, such as a refrigerator, during summertime.

This product is tested with no GMO detected. This product’s raw material may contain genetically modified materials/ingredients, but the finished product does not contain any transgenic DNA fragment or transgenic proteins.

Heart Health Essential Fish Oil with Vitamin E is safe and free of harmful agents. The product is made in the United States in FDA-inspected facilities using Good Manufacturing Practices. Customers can have confidence in the quality and safety of this product.