Puritan's Pride Plant Based Omega-3
Brand: Puritan's Pride · Form: SOFTGEL CAPSULE [E0161] On Market
Our assessment
Our assessment: Puritan's Pride Plant Based Omega-3 is a dietary supplement, but the data provided does not include any specific ingredient information for this product. The only ingredient data available is for calcium [NIH ODS]. Without specific data on the omega-3 content or other ingredients in this product, we cannot evaluate its effectiveness for your health goals. The evidence shows that calcium, which is not listed as an ingredient here, supports bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS].
How it works
Based on the data provided, we can only describe how calcium works, as no mechanism data is available for the plant-based omega-3s in this specific product. Calcium acts as a master regulator for bone density and mineral deposition, and it supports muscle relaxation and nerve signaling [NIH ODS]. For the specific ingredients in Puritan's Pride Plant Based Omega-3, mechanism data is not available.
Safety profile
The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all products in the database, but specific report counts for Puritan's Pride Plant Based Omega-3 are not available [FDA data]. For calcium, which is not an ingredient in this product, high intakes can cause poor muscle tone, poor kidney function, constipation, nausea, weight loss, extreme tiredness, frequent urination, abnormal heart rhythms, and a high risk of death from heart disease [NIH ODS]. Side effects specific to this product are not available.
Our recommendation
Our recommendation: Data not available to make a specific recommendation for Puritan's Pride Plant Based Omega-3. The label and ingredient information were not provided, so we cannot confirm the omega-3 content, dosage, or safety profile. If you are considering this supplement, we advise you to consult your healthcare provider and review the product label directly. For general heart health, other omega-3 sources have more complete data [NIH ODS].
AI-assisted analysis. Data sourced from NIH DSLD.
Supplement Facts
| Brand | Puritan's Pride |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | |
| Contents | 30.0 Rapid Release Softgel(s) |
| Market Status | On Market |
How to Read This Label
Supplement labels contain several key sections regulated by the FDA:
- Serving Size — The recommended amount per dose. Always check this — some products require multiple capsules per serving.
- Amount Per Serving — Shows the quantity of each nutrient in the product, typically in IU (International Units), mg (milligrams), or mcg (micrograms).
- % Daily Value (%DV) — Indicates how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet. 5% DV or less is low; 20% DV or more is high.
- Other Ingredients — Lists inactive ingredients like fillers, binders, and capsule materials (e.g., gelatin, cellulose, magnesium stearate).
- Suggested Use — The manufacturer's recommended directions for taking the supplement, including timing and dosage.
Source: FDA Dietary Supplement Labeling Guide