Vegan DHA-EPA (Delayed Release) by Deva Nutrition LLC – Brain and Eye Nutrition with Vegan Omega-3
Vegan DHA-EPA (Delayed Release) by Deva Nutrition LLC provides vegan omega-3 capsules made with microalgae oil rather than fish oil. These delayed-release capsules deliver both DHA and EPA in a non-gelatin shell designed to help reduce omega-3 aftertaste and repeat issues.
Each capsule contains 400 mg of microalgae oil, typically providing 200 mg of combined DHA and EPA. This fish-free omega-3 option suits adults who want preformed long-chain omega-3 fats without animal-derived ingredients. The 90-capsule bottle contains 90 single-capsule servings; the recommended daily amount is one capsule once or twice with food.
Key Vegan DHA-EPA (Delayed Release) Benefits
- Provides DHA for the membranes of brain and retinal cells, supporting their normal structure and function.
- Supplies EPA, a fatty acid used in cell membranes and in the production of normal signaling molecules.
- Adds preformed DHA and EPA to plant-based diets without relying entirely on conversion from plant ALA.
- Supports everyday omega-3 intake with microalgae-derived fats for adults who avoid fish and animal ingredients.
How Vegan DHA-EPA (Delayed Release) Works
Algae-derived DHA and EPA supply the same types of long-chain omega-3 fatty acids found in fish, but from a non-animal source. After digestion, these fats become available for incorporation into the membranes surrounding cells. Those membranes help organize the proteins and signals that cells use to communicate.
For brain and eye nutrition, DHA has particular importance because it is concentrated in the brain and retina. EPA complements that structural role through its contribution to normal cellular signaling. Providing both fats directly is useful when choosing a vegan supplement: conversion of the ALA found in flaxseed and other plant foods into DHA is limited.
Key Functional Ingredients Include:
- DHA (docosahexaenoic acid): Contributes to the flexible membranes surrounding brain cells and retinal light-sensing cells. This membrane structure helps proteins carry out normal signaling tasks, making DHA relevant to everyday nervous-system and visual function. Microalgae oil supplies this fatty acid without fish-derived ingredients.
- EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid): Becomes part of cell membranes and supplies material for lipid messengers, the fat-derived signals used in normal cellular communication. Alongside DHA, EPA contributes to cell membrane support and helps diversify the long-chain omega-3 fats supplied by a plant-based eating pattern.
Vegan DHA-EPA (Delayed Release) Is Formulated For
- Adults following vegan or vegetarian diets who want both DHA and EPA from microalgae.
- Adults avoiding fish oil or gelatin who prefer a non-animal capsule.
- Adults seeking a delayed-release omega-3 format designed to help reduce aftertaste, while recognizing that digestive tolerance varies.
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 Brain Products, Eye Products, and Deva Nutrition Llc collections.
Recommendation: For adults, take one (1) capsule once or twice daily with food or as directed by a doctor.
Serving Size: 1 Capsule
Servings Per Container: 90
Calories ... 5
Calories from Fat ... 5
Total Fat ... 0.5 g ... 1% †
Microalgae Oil (50% DHA+EPA) ... 400 mg *
which typically provides:
Total DHA+EPA [Ω-3] ... 200 mg *
DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) ... 120 to 140 mg *
EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) ... 60 to 80 mg *
* Daily Value not established
† Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Other Ingredients: Vegan capsule (cellulose), high oleic sunflower oil, organic orange oil, mixed tocopherols, silica, rosemary extract, ascorbyl palmitate. (All are non-animal)
Does Not Contain: Free of yeast, gluten, hexane, egg, dairy, fish, shellfish, animal ingredients, sugar, salt and, artificial colors.
Storage: STORE IN A COOL, DRY PLACE.
Additional precautions: Omega-3 supplements can cause unpleasant taste, bad breath, heartburn, nausea, stomach discomfort, diarrhea, headache, or smelly sweat. Discuss use with your healthcare professional if you take anticoagulants such as warfarin; high-dose omega-3 intake can increase bleeding concerns with these medicines. Delayed release does not rule out side effects.
Frequently Asked Questions About Vegan DHA-EPA (Delayed Release)
What are the benefits of Vegan DHA-EPA (Delayed Release)?
Vegan DHA-EPA (Delayed Release) provides preformed DHA and EPA from microalgae in a fish-free, non-gelatin capsule. DHA contributes to the structure and normal function of brain and retinal cell membranes, while EPA participates in cellular signaling. Each capsule typically supplies 200 mg of combined DHA and EPA from 400 mg of microalgae oil. The delayed-release format is designed to help reduce omega-3 aftertaste and repeat issues, but individual digestive tolerance can vary.
Who should take Vegan DHA-EPA (Delayed Release)?
This Deva Nutrition LLC formula is intended for adults, including vegans and vegetarians who want DHA and EPA without fish oil or gelatin. It can also suit adults who prefer a delayed-release capsule over a liquid omega-3 product. The directions are one capsule once or twice daily with food, or as directed by a doctor. A healthcare professional can help assess your dietary omega-3 intake and medication use before you add this supplement; the adult directions are not instructions for children.
Are there any side effects of taking Vegan DHA-EPA (Delayed Release)?
Omega-3 supplements can cause unpleasant taste, bad breath, heartburn, nausea, stomach discomfort, diarrhea, headache, or smelly sweat. Delayed release does not eliminate these possibilities. The label states: KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF IMPRINTED SEAL UNDER CAP IS BROKEN. Always consult your doctor before taking dietary supplements. Additional precautions: Discuss anticoagulants such as warfarin with your healthcare professional, since high-dose omega-3 intake can increase bleeding concerns when combined with these medicines.
How does Vegan DHA-EPA (Delayed Release) support overall health?
This supplement adds two long-chain omega-3 fats to your eating pattern. DHA is a structural component of brain and retinal membranes, and EPA contributes to membrane composition and the production of normal cellular messengers. Getting both directly from microalgae is different from consuming ALA alone in foods such as flaxseed, because conversion into DHA is limited. The formula supports omega-3 intake without animal ingredients; it complements varied meals rather than replacing dietary sources of other fats, vitamins, and minerals.
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
