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Superior source of omega-3 essential fatty acids, EPA & DHA!

Mega Twin EPA

How does Mega Twin EPA, work?

Omega-3 essential fatty acids (EFA's) are polyunsaturated "good" fats found in oil from cold-water fish such as salmon, mackerel and tuna, or in seeds of flax, walnuts, hemp and other plants. They're classified as "essential" because your body needs them for proper health, yet cannot produce them on it own. They must be obtained through diet or supplementation.

A growing number of studies indicate that omega-3 EFA's play a part in cardiovascular wellness. Omega-3 EFA's have been shown to help maintain healthy cholesterol levels, blood pressure and heartbeat. They're believed to reduce the "stickiness" of blood cells (also known as platelet aggregation), promoting healthy circulation. The American Heart Association recommends consuming fatty fish at least twice a week, or that omega-3 EFA's be obtained through regular supplementation, for heart health protection.

Omega-3 EFA's are also known to contribute to neurological, or brain, health. Nearly 60 percent of the human brain is composed of structural fat, a third of which is docosahexanoic acid (DHA). DHA is essential for the proper growth and development of the infant brain, and appears to affect function throughout one's lifetime. Research shows that low levels of this important fatty acid are connected to increased incidence of mood, personality and behavioral disorders.

Because omega-3 EFA's can be converted into anti-inflammatory substances (prostaglandins and leukotrines), they're also believed to provide joint support, promoting flexibility, mobility and potential pain relief.

Twinlab's Mega Twin EPA has been formulated to contain optimal levels of the omega-3 EFA's eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexanoic acid (DHA). Mega EFA contains oil from fresh, deep-sea, cold-water fish that has undergone molecular distillation, ensuring high-level concentration and purity.

While typical fish oil supplements contain only 180 mg of EPA and 120 mg of DHA, Twinlab's Mega Twin EPA contains 550 mg of EPA and 215 mg of DHA.

MEGA Twin EPA Softgel

Mega Twin EPA is the highest quality Omega-3 fish oil softgel available. It is derived from deep sea, cold water fish and contains more Omega-3 fatty acids DHA) than many other brands. Carefully screened to avoid toxic metals and chemicals, and does not have any vitamins A, D or methyl esters.

A serving of Mega Twin EPA supplies 550 mg of EPA, and 215 mg of DHA.

The Vitabuilding Owner's Story

Over the years, I have taken many different supplements. Most have done little for me, except empty my wallet. About one year ago, I went to the Doctor and had some blood tests. My Cholesterol was 182, pretty good; however my Triglycerides were 342, very high.

My Doctor wanted to prescribe Lipitor--a satin drug. I told my Doctor, I preferred to try some supplements instead of the Drug. For three months I took Niacin. I suffered with flushing, very uncomfortable. Testing after the Niacin showed little change in my Cholesterol, or Triglycerides.

After reading the research article from the American Heart Association (shown below) about Omega -3s, I decided to try Fish Oil to lower my Triglycerides. In my research, I found two brands to be the highest Quality and Potency; Twinlab's Mega Twin EPA, and Nutraceutical Sciences Institute NSI's Mega EFA. I followed the AHA's recommendations and began taking about 3000 milligrams of EPA and DHA per-day, only four softgels. To equal the EPA and DHA in Twinlab's Mega Twin EPA you would have to take as many as twelve (12) gelcaps of other omega-3 products. EPA and DHA are the actual Omega-3 fatty acids that protect your heart and will lower your Triglycerides. In any Omega-3 product the amount of EPA and DHA is what is important.

IF YOU COMPARE THE AMOUNT OF EPA AND DHA IN MEGA TWIN EPA WITH OTHER OMEGA-3 PRODUCTS YOU WILL SEE WHY THIS IS THE FINEST OMEGA-3 PRODUCT AVALIABLE. After three months of these Omega-3 products my Triglycerides DROPPED TO AN AMAZING 103, UNBELIEVABLE.

I believe so much in these products, I started selling them. I use them everyday. They are the highest quality and potency available, you cannot buy better. If you want lower your Triglycerides and improve your heart health, read the AHA research article below, and give them a try.

American Heart Association Recommendation

Omega-3 fatty acids benefit the heart of healthy people, and those at high risk of — or who have — cardiovascular disease.

 We recommend eating fish (particularly fatty fish) at least two times a week.  Fish is a good source of protein and doesn’t have the high saturated fat that fatty meat products do.  Fatty fish like mackerel, lake trout, herring, sardines, albacore tuna and salmon are high in two kinds of omega-3 fatty acids, eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA).

To learn about omega-3 levels for different types of fish — as well as mercury levels, which can be a concern — see our Encyclopedia entry on Fish, Levels of Mercury and Omega-3 Fatty Acids.

We also recommend eating tofu and other forms of soybeans, canola, walnut and flaxseed, and their oils. These contain alpha-linolenic acid (LNA),  which can become omega-3 fatty acid in the body. The extent of this modification is modest and controversial, however. More studies are needed to show a cause-and-effect relationship between alpha-linolenic acid and heart disease.

The table below is a good guide to use for consuming omega-3 fatty acids.

Summary of Recommendations for Omega-3 Fatty Acid Intake

 Patients taking more than 3 grams of omega-3 fatty acids from capsules should do so only under a physician’s care.  High intakes could cause excessive bleeding in some people.

Background

In 1996 the American Heart Association released its Science Advisory, “Fish Consumption, Fish Oil, Lipids and Coronary Heart Disease.” Since then important new findings have been reported about the benefits of omega-3 fatty acids on cardiovascular disease.  These include evidence from randomized, controlled clinical trials.  New information has emerged about how omega-3 fatty acids affect heart function (including antiarrhythmic effects), hemodynamics (cardiac mechanics) and arterial endothelial function.  These findings are outlined in our November 2002 Scientific Statement, “Fish Consumption, Fish Oil, Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Cardiovascular Disease.”

The ways that omega-3 fatty acids reduce CVD risk are still being studied.  However, research has shown that they

• decrease risk of arrhythmias, which can lead to sudden cardiac death
• decrease triglyceride levels
• decrease growth rate of atherosclerotic plaque
• lower blood pressure (slightly)

What do epidemiological and observational studies show?

Epidemiologic and clinical trials have shown that omega-3 fatty acids reduce CVD incidence.  Large-scale epidemiologic studies suggest that people at risk for coronary heart disease benefit from consuming omega-3 fatty acids from plants and marine sources.

The ideal amount to take isn’t clear.  Evidence from prospective secondary prevention studies suggests that taking EPA+DHA ranging from 0.5 to 1.8 grams per day (either as fatty fish or supplements) significantly reduces deaths from heart disease and all causes.  For alpha-linolenic acid, a total intake of 1.5–3 grams per day seems beneficial.

Randomized clinical trials have shown that omega-3 fatty acid supplements can reduce cardiovascular events (death, non-fatal heart attacks, non-fatal strokes).  They can also slow the progression of atherosclerosis in coronary patients.  However, more studies are needed to confirm and further define the health benefits of omega-3 fatty acid supplements for preventing a first or subsequent cardiovascular event.  For example, placebo-controlled, double-blind, randomized clinical trials are needed to document the safety and efficacy of omega-3 fatty acid supplements in high-risk patients (those with type 2 diabetes, dyslipidemia, hypertension and smokers) and coronary patients on drug therapy.  Mechanistic studies on their apparent effects on sudden death also are needed.

Increasing omega-3 fatty acid intake through foods is preferable.  However, coronary artery disease patients may not be able to get enough omega-3 by diet alone.  These people may want to talk to their doctor about taking a supplement.  Supplements also could help people with high triglycerides, who need even larger doses.  The availability of high-quality omega-3 fatty acid supplements, free of contaminants, is an important prerequisite to their use.