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Krill Oil

What is Krill Oil?

Omega-3 from Antarctic krill in phospholipid form for superior bioavailability. Contains astaxanthin.

How Krill Oil works

EPA and DHA in phospholipid form may have 10–15% better bioavailability vs triglyceride fish oil. Natural astaxanthin provides antioxidant protection for the omega-3 lipids within the product.

Benefits & uses

  • Omega-3 (well-absorbed form)
  • Includes astaxanthin antioxidant
  • Heart & joint support
  • Fewer fishy burps

Common uses: Cardiovascular health, anti-inflammation, brain health, joint inflammation.

Longevity

Krill Oil dosage

Typical dose
500–1000 mg krill oil/day with meals. Lower dose needed per gram vs triglyceride fish oil.

Krill Oil half-life

Phospholipid-EPA/DHA: similar to fish oil but faster initial uptake

Krill Oil side effects

Shellfish allergy: avoid. Fishy odor less than fish oil.

  • Shellfish allergy contraindication
  • Mild fishy taste
  • More expensive per gram of EPA+DHA than fish oil
  • Well tolerated

Warnings & monitoring

  • Shellfish-derived — avoid with shellfish allergy

Commonly stacked with

Vitamin D3

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