Krill oil is an omega-3 dietary supplement that has grown in popularity over the past few years due to its many health benefits.
Taking krill oil capsules daily is one of the easiest ways to ensure your body is getting all the omega-3 fatty acids, docosaepentaenoic acid (EPA), and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) that you desperately need.
There are many health benefits to taking krill oil, and there are very few, so you should definitely choose it.
But how do you make sure your krill oil stays fresh to maximize its effectiveness?How do you store it?And, can you freeze it?
What are the benefits of krill oil?
Krill oil is made from small shrimp crustaceans called krill that live in all the world's oceans.
At Omega3 in Norway, we use a species called Antarctic krill to produce krill oil.
They live in the crystal clear waters of the Southern Ocean and are the perfect starting point for producing pure, high-quality krill oil supplements.
We source krill using specially designed vessels that use certified eco-fishing methods to reduce unnecessary bycatch of non-krill species.
These vessels aim to release unwanted by-catch back into the sea as quickly as possible to make the process more sustainable and environmentally friendly.
Because krill are small, they are lower in the food chain and are therefore considered to contain small amounts of contaminants.
Studies have shown that these krill oil capsules are full of benefits for your body and mind and should not be missing for anyone's healthy lifestyle.
Below we'll take a closer look at the positive effects of krill oil and explain what makes it such a special supplement.
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Health benefits of omega-3 fatty acids
Antarctic krill oil is an excellent producer of the marine omega-3 fatty acids DHA and EPA** and has many health benefits.
Studies have shown that these omega-3 fatty acids help maintain the health of our cell membranes and support brain development and function.
In addition, these fatty acids found in krill oil may benefit the functioning of our liver and nervous system, as well as the production of hormones and the regulation of blood pressure, which is good for preventing heart disease.
When we say it's good for the body and mind, we mean it literally!Krill oil has a positive effect on our heart health as it lowers cholesterol levels and triglyceride levels, lowers overall blood lipids, and thus reduces the risk of blood clots, which are a risk factor for stroke and heart attack.
But that's not all!Krill oil supplements are also a powerful anti-inflammatory agent, so they can relieve pain in people with rheumatoid arthritis.
In addition to the essential fatty acids EPA and DHA, Antarctic krill oil supplements contain a naturally occurring strong antioxidant called astaxanthin.
What this means, we won't explain in detail here.
But antioxidants can support your body in many ways and can protect your cells from damage from so-called free radicals, which are byproducts of natural processes in the body that can damage our cells.
Krill oil contains this antioxidant, which also gives it its signature red hue, making it a powerful alternative to traditional fish oil supplements to help you replenish your omega-3 daily.
Krill oil and fish oil both contain omega-3 fatty acids, but krill oil has some special tricks.
What's so special about krill oil?
Since krill oil is able to cross the blood-brain barrier, the antioxidants it contains are able to protect our brain cells from damage caused by free radicals produced by the oxidative process.
These free radicals attack our cells and negatively affect our metabolism.
So, it's a very strong all-rounder really.
As a result, krill oil may play an important role in maintaining a healthy and happy brain and mind.
The effect of krill oil is almost entirely positive, as it contains high amounts of the polyunsaturated fatty acids EPA and DHA.
It is recommended to take at least one capsule per day, but the exact amount of EPA and DHA you need depends on factors such as your individual needs, diet, and lifestyle.
Now that we know why you should start taking krill oil, it's important to understand how to maximize the benefits of krill oil.
This means that we must store the capsules in the right way so that the oil they contain stays fresh and effective.
How to store krill oil?
In this section of the article, we would like to answer questions such as "Should krill oil be refrigerated?".Something like that. and "Can I freeze krill oil?"."Make sure your krill oil stays as fresh as it reaches your doorstep.
This way, you can increase the benefits of your supplement and minimize any possible negatives***.
But here are a few things you should keep in mind:
How to check if your omega-3 supplement is fresh
First of all, it is very important to check that the product you purchased is still valid.
Check the expiration date and check the capsules for any other signs, such as a different color or a stronger smell, which may indicate that the oil has rancidity.
Since krill oil contains biologically active polyunsaturated fatty acids EPA and DHA, it can react with oxygen molecules in the surrounding air.
This process, called oxidation, causes the supplement to become rancid over time.
This is unavoidable, but it's important to delay the process long enough so that you can take krill oil still fresh.
The same applies to fish oil supplements, which also contain the healthy essential fatty acids EPA and DHA and have similar health benefits to krill oil.
So, how do we properly store krill oil supplements?
All in all, it is important to keep them in an airtight container and keep them cold and protected from light.
Let us explain:
How to delay oxidation?
When a supplement comes into contact with oxygen, the oxidation process occurs.
Therefore, it is very important to keep it as airtight as possible.
At Omega3 in Norway, we supplement in capsule**, which is already a step towards protecting fish oil from oxygen exposure compared to the bottled liquid fish oil you buy.
Make sure not to perforate or cut the capsule and swallow it whole to keep the oil inside the capsule away from oxygen.
Another important factor is to keep the oil at low temperatures, as heat and exposure to light can accelerate the oxidation process.
The best option is to store krill oil supplements in an airtight container in a cool, dark place. The refrigerator is ideal, but don't freeze it.
If you suspect that your product may have expired, check the expiration date and whether the oil inside the capsule looks cloudy or smells "fishy."
If so, you have to throw them away and open a new batch.
That's why we at Omega3 in Norway offer subscription boxes so you can have a small amount of supplements delivered to your home on a regular basis so that you always have fresh krill oil.
To calculate how many capsules you should take per day, it is best to seek medical advice.
Keep away from rancid krill oil
When an oil is rancid, it should no longer be consumed because rancidity can have a negative impact on your health.
During the oxidation process, harmful by-products are produced, which not only reduce the positive effects of krill oil, but can even lead to heartburn or elevated cholesterol, among other things
The capsules also leave a strong fishy smell because the product is no longer fresh.
The same goes for fish oil, as it also contains the omega-3 fatty acids DHA and EPA that react with oxygen.
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