therapeutic vs daily use functional foods

Omega-3 fatty acids are essential fats that the body cannot produce on its own — they must come from diet. They are found in both marine and plant-based sources, with different forms offering different benefits. EPA and DHA, the most bioactive omega-3s, are found in marine life — but microalgae provides a clean, vegan-friendly alternative.

  • Algae (DHA + EPA) – the original marine omega-3 source and ideal for plant-based diets
  • Fatty fish – such as salmon, sardines, anchovies, and mackerel (rich in EPA & DHA)
  • Flaxseeds, chia seeds, walnuts, hemp seeds – contain ALA (alpha-linolenic acid), which must be converted to EPA/DHA
  • Functional foods and fortified oils – such as algae-based omega-3 blends and vegan capsules

👉 Our Vegan DHA Algae Oil with D3 offers a pure, bioavailable form of omega-3 from microalgae — free of oceanic toxins and suitable for all diets.

  • Algae oil supplementation significantly increases DHA blood levels and offers the same bioavailability as fish oil 1.
  • ALA conversion into EPA and DHA is inefficient — less than 10% is converted, making direct EPA/DHA sources more effective 2.
  • EPA and DHA are critical for heart, brain, and eye health, as confirmed by meta-analyses and clinical trials.

For therapeutic benefit, especially in cognitive or cardiovascular care, direct DHA/EPA sources are recommended.

Omega-3s are found in a wide variety of foods — but not all sources offer the same impact. For brain and heart benefits, direct DHA and EPA from algae or fish are best. Plant-based ALA is still beneficial but should be supported with functional formulations.

⚠️ Look for sustainable, clean, and traceable sources of omega-3s — especially if using it daily for cognitive or cardiovascular health.



  1. Ryan, A.S. et al., Journal of Nutrition, 2014[]
  2. Brenna, J.T. et al., American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 2009[]
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