This is actually wild. Thanks for the helpful visuals @dangarnernutrition
The reel makes several claims about fish oil and omega-3s that are not supported by the provided evidence. While omega-3s have known cardiovascular benefits, the specific performance enhancements claimed are not substantiated.
“Fish oil directly improves grip strength, squat 1RM, bench 1RM, and vertical jump height.”
The provided evidence does not support claims of fish oil improving specific performance metrics like grip strength or squat 1RM.
“Fish oil regulates testosterone, manages inflammation, helps recovery, and supports joints.”
While fish oil has anti-inflammatory properties, the evidence does not support broad claims about testosterone regulation or specific recovery and joint support benefits.
“A high dose of omega-3s leads to a 15% increase in leg strength over placebo.”
The evidence does not support claims of omega-3s causing a significant increase in leg strength or other performance metrics.
This is actually wild. Thanks for the helpful visuals @dangarnernutrition I would’ve expected an effect, but for it to be this degree of difference in only 8 weeks in already “physically active” men definitely goes beyond my expectations. The test group got 3.1g of omega-3s daily (not fish oil, actual EPA and DHA, so a high dose). Unless you want to be having 10+ capsules, you’re going to be better off trying to get that from high-concentration fish oils or liquid. Fish oil is one of those ones where quality matters more than most, because it’s not just inaccurate dosing you have to worry about, it’s heavy metals and oxidation that could mean you’re having rancid oils that are actually bad for you. I personally wouldn’t use a brand that isn’t IFOS certified (high-standard 3rd party testing, look them up).