Omega-3 Index Basic Test

Overview:

Omega-3 Index
Basic Test

The Omega-3 Index Basic Test measures the amount of EPA and DHA in the blood. Studies show 8% is the optimal level of omega-3.

Do you know your number?

When you take an Omega-3 Index test it gives you a percentage, which is simply a measure of the amount of EPA and DHA in your blood. An Omega-3 Index of 8% or higher is ideal, the lowest risk zone. However, most people hover around 6% or below. And unfortunately in the US, most people are at 4% or below – the highest risk zone.

Raising your Omega-3 Index to the desired zone of 8% will help ensure you are getting enough of the right omega-3s — EPA and DHA — to protect your health.

Why Test?

The Omega-3 Index is a measure of omega-3s EPA + DHA in your blood. But how much omega-3 you eat is only part of the puzzle. There are many other factors that affect your Omega-3 Index such as:

• Genetics
• Gender
• Weight
• Age
• Lifestyle

Omega-3s and Your Health

The omega-3 fatty acids eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) have been shown to benefit a wide variety of health conditions affecting the heart, brain, eyes, and joints. They’ve also been associated with healthy aging in general. Thousands of papers have been published on their effects on the body, and the research is not slowing down.

Unfortunately, most people don’t get enough of these important nutrients from their diets, which is why testing blood levels is so important.