If you've ever chosen a supplement containing omega-3 fatty acids, we don't need to tell you that many of these supplements are very similar. Often available in capsules, they have more or less identical activeand you don't really have much information about other aspects such as the origin of the oil. But these shortcomings are in many ways eliminated by cod liver oil, which is produced by BrainMax. As part of this review, we will look at this product in more detail.
Content of the review
It's worth noting at the outset that these omega 3s are also part of our ranking of the best omega 3s on the market.
A completely unique formulation
As we outlined at the beginning of this review, the composition of this product is somewhat uniqueunique and you as a consumer have great insight into where each of the ingredients come from. This is because the base of this product is the oil from wild cod caught in the cold, clear waters of Iceland.From one tablespoon (10 ml) of BrainMax fish oil you get 690 mg of EPA and 920 mg of DHA. In addition, you'll find added vitamins A, E and D, an antioxidant and natural lemon flavor in this product. We have absolutely nothing to complain about with this composition and we think that if all companies were this transparent with their fish oils, of course it would be ideal.
Convenient dosing
One serving of this product is 10 ml of oil, which is equivalent to one tablespoon. This is the recommended amount for any individual over the age of 5, with a smaller amount for younger individuals.younger children, one teaspoon of oil each day is considered sufficient. It is worth noting that, although it may not seem like it, this way of taking omega 3 is quite convenient and if you happen to have trouble swallowing the capsules, you will find the oil a welcome change. However, before you start taking it, we definitely recommend looking at the volume of your oilyour spoons have so that you don't end up exceeding the recommended daily dose of the oil. We also recommend using fish oil ideally with or immediately after a meal for maximum benefit.
How do we rate the taste?
Before we even got the chance to try this oil, we saw a number of positive reviews where users highlighted the great taste, among other things. Before trying the product, we were naturally slightly sceptical about this, as we didn't expect any miracles from the fish oil. And while we can't say that this oil is who knows how delicious, it's much better than you'd expect. There's a pleasant lemony flavour and, conversely, you don't notice any fishiness in the product at all. Of course, the consistency is understandably slightly oily, but the taste of the oil is not bad at all and you can use it without any problems.
Can you tell any difference?
Although we didn't have any great expectations from this product apart from the transparent composition, we have to admit that the difference is noticeable at first glance. The liquid cod liver oil is really easy to digest and you don't feel any discomfort, for exampleunpleasant digestive discomfort that can come after some lower quality omega 3 capsules. In addition to its excellent absorption and high availability, we must also highlight the many potentialsof health benefits that cod liver oil brings. For example, it is important for our eyes, brain and cardiovascular health, but also for immunity. You can learn more about the potential benefits of omega-3 in our separate article called Omega-3 under the microscope.
How do we rate the price?
One pack of cod liver oil contains 240 ml, which is equivalent to 24 doses, for which you will pay 449 crowns. By simple maths, you can get to the point where you pay less than 19 crowns per dose. This is, of course, a bit higher than the price of the relatively similar Opti Omega-3, which we reviewed in a separate reviewand which you can also get on BrainMarket. On the other hand, you have complete assurance of origin and a great (i.e. functional) formula, which for us is a good reason to pay extra for the products.
Conclusion.
In conclusion, perhaps all that's left is a short summary of the findings from this review. Cod liver oil offers a great and functional formula, premium effect and convenient dosing. Despite initial skepticism, we must also admit that the oil tastes relatively good and taking it will not pose any problem. So if you don't mind paying a little extra for a quality product, it is definitely worth it.