EPA

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Eicosapentaenoic Acid - omega-3 fatty acid with potent anti-inflammatory properties

We rank EPA by price per gram of active ingredient - not by pack size - so a bigger tub with a worse price per dose can't outrank a smaller one that's actually cheaper.

What it is

EPA, or Eicosapentaenoic Acid, is a type of omega-3 fatty acid. These are essential fats that the body cannot make on its own, meaning they must be obtained through diet or supplements.

Why it's used

It is primarily used for its potent anti-inflammatory properties. This means it helps reduce inflammation in the body, which can be useful for managing joint health or supporting heart function.

How it's made

To create the supplement, oils are extracted from fatty fish or algae. These oils undergo a process called molecular distillation, which is a way of heating the oil under a vacuum to remove impurities and concentrate the specific EPA fatty acids into a pure powder or liquid.

What it typically costs

This ingredient is generally mid-range in price. This is because the raw materials must be sourced from high-quality fish or algae and require specialized refining processes to ensure the oil does not spoil.

Dosage by purpose

PurposeTypical studied doseEvidence
primary depression200 to 2200 mgestablished
reduction of cardiovascular events in statin-treated patients with cardiovascular disease or diabetes and elevated triglycerides4 grams per dayestablished
reduction of stroke recurrence1800 mg per dayemerging
  1. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3534764 (PubMed)
  2. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10448371 (PubMed)
  3. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6822654 (PubMed)
  4. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK209320 (PubMed)

How Suppio ranks

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Prices across our retailer network are refreshed at least daily.

FAQ

What is EPA?

Eicosapentaenoic Acid - omega-3 fatty acid with potent anti-inflammatory properties

How does Suppio calculate the best-value EPA?

We rank EPA by price per gram of active ingredient - not by pack size - so a bigger tub with a worse price per dose can't outrank a smaller one that's actually cheaper.

Are these prices verified?

Suppio matches identical products across UK retailers by barcode, then ranks by price per active dose rather than sticker price. Value rankings only ever include listings Suppio has independently verified against the live retailer page - unverified data is shown on each product’s own page but excluded from ranking.

How often are EPA prices updated?

Prices across our retailer network are refreshed at least daily.

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