OmegaMAXX™ 120sg by Karuna – Essential Fatty Acid Support Softgels
OmegaMAXX™ softgels by Karuna combine botanical and marine oils in a gelatin softgel capsule. This essential fatty acid supplement brings together evening primrose, borage, organic flaxseed oil, and marine lipid concentrate rather than relying on fish oil alone.
The combination supplies omega-3, omega-6, and omega-9 fatty acids alongside vitamin E. Understanding these different fats helps distinguish a mixed-oil formula from a supplement focused exclusively on EPA and DHA.
Key OmegaMAXX™ 120sg Benefits
- Provides plant and marine fatty acids that contribute to the fats used in normal cell membranes throughout the body.
- Supplies complementary omega-3 and omega-6 sources to broaden fatty acid intake beyond a single oil.
- Supports normal cellular signaling through fatty acids used to make local chemical messengers.
- Includes vitamin E for antioxidant protection of cell membrane lipids.
How OmegaMAXX™ 120sg Works
After digestion, fatty acids become available for energy, incorporation into cell membranes, and production of signaling molecules. For cell membrane support, the type of fat matters: plant-derived alpha-linolenic acid is different from the EPA and DHA supplied by marine oils. Conversion between these forms is limited, so flaxseed oil and marine lipids are complementary sources rather than interchangeable ingredients. OmegaMAXX combines these sources with omega-6-rich seed oils.
Key Functional Ingredients Include:
- Marine Lipid Concentrate: Supplies marine fatty acids, including EPA and DHA. These fats become part of cell membranes and provide starting materials for lipid messengers involved in normal cellular communication and the body's regulation of inflammatory responses.
- Organic Flaxseed Oil: Contributes alpha-linolenic acid, an essential plant omega-3 that must come from the diet. It provides a different fatty acid source from marine oil; the body converts only limited amounts into longer-chain omega-3 fats.
- Borage Oil: Provides gamma-linolenic acid, an omega-6 fatty acid used to make further fatty acids and local signaling molecules. This adds a distinct seed-oil component to the formula rather than simply increasing its marine oil content.
- Evening Primrose Oil: Supplies omega-6 fatty acids, including linoleic acid and gamma-linolenic acid. Linoleic acid is an essential dietary fat used in cell structures, while gamma-linolenic acid participates in pathways that produce lipid messengers.
- Vitamin E: A fat-soluble antioxidant that helps protect membrane lipids from oxidation. Its role complements a formula containing polyunsaturated oils, whose chemical structure makes them susceptible to oxidative damage.
OmegaMAXX™ 120sg Is Formulated For
- Adults seeking both plant and marine fatty acids in one formula.
- Adults whose practitioner recommends a mixed-oil supplement rather than fish oil alone.
Supplements support your health but do not replace a balanced diet. Always check with your healthcare practitioner if you have doubts about a new supplement. Or you may book a FREE product consultation with Holistic Health Partners, led by Carolyn Mulally BS, RN, HN-BC. You may also wish to explore our other Fish Oil Supplements and Karuna Supplements and Vitamins collections.
Recommendation: 2-4 capsules daily, taken with meals, or as directed by your health care practitioner.
Serving Size: 1 Softgel Capsule
Servings Per Container: 120
Calories ... 8.59
Calories from Fat ... 7.21
Total Fat ... 801.9 mg ... <1% DV
Saturated Fat ... 119.37 mg
Trans Fat ... 0 mg
Unsaturated Fat ... 681.72 mg
Monounsaturated Fat ... 204.94 mg
Polyunsaturated Fat ... 476.78 mg
Vitamin E (d-alpha tocopheryl) ... 5 IU ... 17% DV
Evening Primrose Oil ... 200 mg †
Borage Oil ... 200 mg †
Organic Flaxseed Oil ... 200 mg †
Marine Lipid Concentrate ... 200 mg †
Yielding:
(Omega-3) 160 mg, (Omega-6) 287 mg, (Omega-9) 65 mg
† %Daily Value (DV) not established
%Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Other Ingredients: gelatin, glycerin and purified water
Does Not Contain: This product contains no yeast, wheat, soy, corn, milk, salt, sugar, artificial coloring, preservatives or flavoring.
Storage: Keep in a cool, dry place, tightly capped.
Additional precautions: Consult your healthcare practitioner before use if you are taking medication or have a medical condition. Keep out of reach of children. Do not use during pregnancy or breastfeeding, or with liver disease or medicines that can harm the liver. Review use with blood thinners, antiplatelet medicines, regular NSAIDs, blood pressure medicines, and antiretrovirals such as lopinavir. Seek medical guidance with a seizure history or before surgery. Use borage-containing supplements only when their borage oil is certified free of unsaturated pyrrolizidine alkaloids, which can damage the liver; avoid prolonged unsupervised use. Do not use with a fish allergy without allergy-specialist guidance. Stop use and seek care for an allergic reaction, unusual bleeding, or severe symptoms.
Frequently Asked Questions About OmegaMAXX™ 120sg
What are the benefits of OmegaMAXX™ 120sg?
OmegaMAXX combines marine lipid concentrate with evening primrose, borage, and organic flaxseed oils to provide several types of dietary fatty acids. These fats contribute to cell membrane structure and normal signaling processes. Vitamin E adds antioxidant support for membrane lipids. The combination is different from a fish-oil-only supplement because it includes botanical omega-6 and omega-3 sources as well as marine fats. It is intended to complement dietary fat intake, not replace balanced meals.
Who should take OmegaMAXX™ 120sg?
OmegaMAXX is directed to adults who want a combination of plant and marine oils or whose healthcare practitioner recommends this type of fatty acid supplement. Its gelatin softgels and marine lipid content mean it is not a vegetarian option. The suggested adult use is 2-4 capsules daily with meals, or as directed by your health care practitioner. People who are pregnant, breastfeeding, have liver disease, take medication, or have a fish allergy should review the additional precautions before considering this formula.
Are there any side effects of taking OmegaMAXX™ 120sg?
The oils in OmegaMAXX can cause stomach discomfort, nausea, diarrhea, or headaches. Borage oil raises liver-toxicity concerns unless certified free of unsaturated pyrrolizidine alkaloids; avoid prolonged unsupervised use. Do not use during pregnancy or breastfeeding, or with liver disease or liver-harming medicines. Review blood thinners, antiplatelets, regular NSAIDs, blood pressure medicines, and antiretrovirals with your practitioner. Seek guidance for a seizure history, planned surgery, or fish allergy. Stop use for an allergic reaction, unusual bleeding, or severe symptoms. The Additional precautions section provides guidance specific to this mixed-oil formula.
How does OmegaMAXX™ 120sg support overall health?
OmegaMAXX supports nutritional fatty acid intake by bringing several oil sources together. The body uses fatty acids as building materials for cell membranes and as precursors for local signaling substances. Flaxseed supplies plant-derived alpha-linolenic acid, while marine lipids provide different omega-3 forms; conversion between them is limited. Borage and evening primrose contribute omega-6 fats, and vitamin E helps protect membrane lipids from oxidation. This is nutritional support, not a substitute for a varied diet or individualized medical care.
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
