EFA Essentials by Pure Encapsulations – Fish Oil and Borage Oil
EFA Essentials by Pure Encapsulations combines triglyceride-form fish oil with cold-pressed borage seed oil in a 120-softgel bottle. It supplies omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA alongside the omega-6 fatty acid GLA for adults who want both oils in one supplement. These fatty acids contribute to the body's nutritional building blocks for cell membranes and normal cellular signaling.
Key EFA Essentials Benefits
- Supplies omega-3 fats used in the structure of cell membranes, the boundaries that surround and organize cells.
- Provides fatty acids the body uses to make signaling molecules involved in normal physiological functions.
- Combines direct sources of EPA, DHA and GLA, rather than relying on a plant-based ALA omega-3 source alone.
How EFA Essentials Works
After digestion, dietary fats are absorbed and transported to tissues, where they can become part of cell membranes or be used in metabolism. Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids also provide starting materials for eicosanoids—chemical messengers that help cells communicate. EFA Essentials supplies these fats through two distinct sources: fish oil provides EPA and DHA, while borage seed oil provides GLA. These nutrient roles do not establish a particular clinical result from taking this blend.
Key Functional Ingredients Include:
- EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid): A fish-derived omega-3 used in the body's production of fatty-acid signaling molecules.
- DHA (docosahexaenoic acid): A structural omega-3 fat found in cell membranes, with especially high concentrations in the brain and retina.
- Borage (Borago officinalis) oil (seed): A cold-pressed source of GLA (gamma-linolenic acid), an omega-6 fatty acid used in pathways that produce prostaglandins, a type of cellular messenger.
EFA Essentials Is Formulated For
- Adults ages 18 and up seeking a combined fish oil and borage seed oil supplement.
- People who prefer triglyceride-form fish oil and want EPA, DHA and GLA together rather than separate oil products.
- Adults who can use fish-containing gelatin softgels; this is not a vegetarian or vegan formula.
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Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take 2 capsules, 1-2 times daily, with meals.
Serving Size: 2 softgel capsules
Servings Per Container: 60
Amount Per Serving:
Calories ... 20
Total fat ... 2 g
Fish oil concentrate (from anchovies, sardines) ... 1,914 mg
Providing: EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) ... 570 mg
DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) ... 430 mg
Other omega-3 fatty acids ... 130 mg
Borage (Borago officinalis) oil (seed) ... 300 mg
Providing: GLA (gamma-linolenic acid) ... 50 mg
Other Ingredients: Gelatin capsule (gelatin, glycerin, water), natural lemon flavor, proprietary natural antioxidant blend (rosemary leaf extract, natural tocopherols, ascorbyl palmitate). Contains fish (anchovies, sardines).
Cautions and Storage: If you are pregnant or lactating, have any health condition or are taking any medication, consult your health professional before use. Store in a cool, dry place.
Frequently Asked Questions About EFA Essentials
What are the benefits of EFA Essentials?
EFA Essentials supplies fats used for cell membrane structure and normal cellular signaling. Its distinguishing feature is the combination of fish-derived EPA and DHA with borage-derived GLA, giving adults both omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids in one formula. These established nutrient roles should not be read as a promise that this particular supplement will improve a symptom or health condition.
Who should take EFA Essentials?
EFA Essentials is intended for adults ages 18 and up who want a combined fish oil and borage oil supplement. The manufacturer's directions are to take 2 capsules, 1-2 times daily, with meals; the listed serving size is 2 softgel capsules, not necessarily the entire day's intake. Because the formula contains fish and gelatin, it is not a vegetarian or vegan option. Consult your health professional before use if you are pregnant or lactating, have any health condition or take medication.
Are there any side effects of taking EFA Essentials?
Omega-3 supplements can cause an unpleasant taste, heartburn, nausea, gastrointestinal discomfort or diarrhea. These are known effects of omega-3 supplements generally, not a measured side-effect rate for EFA Essentials. The formula contains fish (anchovies, sardines), so people with a fish allergy should not use it without appropriate medical guidance. Follow the manufacturer's instruction to consult your health professional before use if you are pregnant or lactating, have any health condition or take medication; mention anticoagulants such as warfarin when reviewing possible interactions.
How does EFA Essentials support overall health?
EFA Essentials adds specific dietary fats to a nutrition plan: EPA and DHA from fish oil, plus GLA from borage oil. DHA is a normal structural component of brain and retinal cell membranes, while fatty-acid-derived messengers participate in communication across multiple body systems. Supplying these nutrients is different from proving improved memory, vision or joint comfort. Consider the formula alongside your food intake and any other omega-3 products so your practitioner can assess the combined intake.
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
