Fish Oil
Marine-derived EPA & DHA; cardiovascular, anti-inflammatory, & recovery benefits. Most-purchased supplement worldwide.
Evidence last reviewed: 04 Apr 2026
Fish oil is a well-researched supplement known for its cardiovascular and anti-inflammatory benefits. However, quality matters, and low-grade products can be harmful.
Fishy aftertaste/burps — take with a fat-containing meal or use enteric-coated softgels
Mild anticoagulant effect — caution pre-surgery or when combined with blood thinners
Context: doses >3g EPA+DHA/day
Oxidised fish oil from low-quality products may be pro-inflammatory — choose products with TOTOX testing certification
Summarized study outcomes with population, design, grade, and effect data.
Meta-analyses show fish oil effectively reduces triglycerides and inflammation, with cardiovascular benefits at higher doses. However, the quality of the product is crucial, as oxidized oils can negate benefits.
Triglycerides / inflammation / cardiovascular riskGeneral adults; athletes · Meta-analyses of RCTsHigh
Dose-dependent triglyceride reduction; anti-inflammatory signals; cardiovascular outcome benefit at high doses in high-risk groups.
Stacks containing Fish Oil
Public community stacks that include this ingredient.
Strength and Recovery Power Stack
This tailored supplement stack is optimized for enhancing strength, recovery, and overall men's health during your high training load phase. By combining electrolytes for hydration, fish oil for joint support, creatine for muscle power, and HMB for recovery, you'll maximize performance and maintain your edge in strength and power-focused training.
Endurance, Longevity & Recovery Stack
Built from your profile goals, constraints, & current training/recovery context. This stack includes evidence-backed supplements selected for practical fit, & you can fine-tune doses & timing in edit mode.