Cod Liver Oil with Vitamins A & D – 300 Gel Capsules – Kirkman

Cod liver oil provides omega-3 fatty acids EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid).

Omega-3 fatty acids are important in normal development, cardiovascular health and in neurological health.

Physicans may prescribe a laboratory profile of fatty acids to determine if they are in proper balance.

Kirkman’s contain natural vitamins A and D. The oils have been vacuum-dried and deodorized, plus they have gone through a filtration and distillation process to help remove potentially unhealthy materials.

This can become rancid over time from exposure to air and heat by autoxidation. When this occurs, peroxides develop in the oil. Kirkman adds vitamin E to their cod liver oil to stop any potential oxidation process. In addition, a peroxide test is performed on the oil to ensure a value that will assure freshness. The European Pharmacopeia allows up to 10.0 millequivalents/kilogram (mEq/kg) of peroxides in these products to be considered fresh and non-rancid. Kirkman’s product has a typical peroxide value of only 2.9 mEq/kg.

It is essential to be prudent in choosing the right source of standardization with synthetic vitamin A palmitate, heavy metal and pesticide contamination as well as PCBs can all prove detrimental. Moreover, it’s vital to guarantee that your cod liver oil remains fresh so you don’t suffer any unpleasant side effects.

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