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Seal Oil Benefits and Side Effects: Omega-3, DPA, Dosage and How to Choose

Canadian seal oil comes from harp seal blubber and provides EPA, DHA and more DPA than most fish oils. Evidence, dosage, timing, side effects, who should avoid it, label reading and storage.

Seal Oil Benefits and Side Effects: Omega-3, DPA, Dosage and How to Choose

What the research says

AreaEvidence
TriglyceridesHigher doses of EPA+DHA lower triglycerides
Heart healthMixed
Brain and eyesDHA is a structural component
DPAEarly research

Our seal oil products

ProductLabel doseNPN
Seal Oil Omega 3 A+ (180)2 softgels twice daily80067575
Green Label Seal Oil (300)2–4 softgels daily80049677

Side effects and precautions

  • Fishy burps or mild stomach upset; take with meals.
  • Higher doses may increase bleeding tendency.
  • Ask your doctor first if you take blood thinners, are pregnant or have surgery planned.

We ship from Canada to Mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, the Philippines and Vietnam at CA$7 (¥35) per pound, rounded up to the next pound, with a CA$50 (¥250) minimum; orders over CA$500 (¥2,500) ship at CA$6 (¥30) per pound. See our Shipping page for the calculator.

This article is general wellness and product information, not medical advice. If you have a medical condition, take medication, or are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor or pharmacist first.

Sources

  1. NIH ODS: Omega-3 Fatty Acids
  2. Health Canada LNHPD

FAQ

What is seal oil good for?

It is an Omega-3 source with EPA, DHA and DPA; Omega-3 evidence is strongest for lowering triglycerides.

How much seal oil per day?

Follow the label, typically 1–2 softgels once or twice daily.

Who should avoid seal oil?

Ask a doctor first if you take blood thinners, have a bleeding disorder or have surgery planned.

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