Our MAINTAIN™ product is an exceptional omega-3 fatty acid supplement that supplies extra-strength amounts of both EPA and DHA to allow for maximum intake of omega-3 fatty acids in the fewest number of softgel capsules.

You're probably already aware of the benefits of omega-3 fatty acids on cardiovascular health, but did you know that omega-3s are also extremely beneficial for moods and cognitive function? In fact, there's a tremendous amount of good evidence demonstrating that omega-3 fatty acids can help enhance brain function and prevent depression.

Below, we present a collection of supporting quotes and testimonials from authors and researchers in the natural health field.
Omega-3s and depression:
Can eating more omega 3 really boost our moods? The answer, based on the available scientific and clinical evidence, seems to be a cautious yes. There are four lines of evidence supporting the role of omega-3 essential fatty acids in depression. First, there are compelling population studies linking the eating of large amounts of fish (omega-3 fatty acids) to low rates of major depression. The second line of evidence includes neurochemical studies in animals (looking at brain chemistry). - Andrew L. Stoller, MD

The omega-3 ffatty acidsare important not just for health; they're important for happiness, too. The omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA are found in high concentrations in fatty, carnivorous fish such as herring, mackerel, tuna, and salmon. (Smaller amounts are found in other fish.) In countries where more fish is consumed, there is a lower rate of depression. Omega-3 fish oils can elevate your mood. Besides their use for depression, studies have shown that FISH OIL is helpful for bipolar disorder, as well. - Hyla Cass, M.D.

Jonathan Zeuss, who has no doubt that depression is "to a very large degree, a nutritionally caused disease," touts the benefits of omega-3 fatty acids. "They are absolutely crucial," he says. "There is a huge amount of evidence now linking omega-3 deficiency and depression. Around a quarter of the dry weight of our brains is made up of omega-3s and if you are deficient in them, the cells in your brain malfunction and you are much more likely to become depressed." Omega-3s are known as essential fatty acids. - Gary Null and Amy McDonald

Dietary advice to lower cholesterol levels tends to increase the ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 and decreases the level of the essential omega-3 fatty acid, docosahexanoic acid. Population-based studies in various countries and the United States have indicated that decreased consumption of omega-3 fatty acids correlates with increased rates of depression. There is a consistent association between depression and coronary artery disease. Food Allergies Depression and fatigue have been linked with food allergies for over sixty-five years. - Michael T. Murray, N.D., Joseph E. Pizzorno, N.D.

Donald Rudin and other authorities believe a deficiency of the Omega-3 fat is a main cause of depression and other mental disorders. Omega-3 fats work to keep us mentally and emotionally healthy and strong in three ways: 1. Omega-3 fats act as precursors for the body's production of key prostaglandins. 2. Omega-3 fats provide the substrate for B vitamins and co-enzymes to produce compounds that regulate many vital functions. 3. Omega-3 fats provide energy and nourishment to our nerve and brain cells. - John Finnegan, health author

But the importance of omega-3s for the brain hardly stops after infancy. Too little omega-3s have been linked to both attention deficit disorder (ADD) and depression. Research at Harvard has shown significant improvement in bipolar depression with large doses of omega-3supplements. And studies have strongly suggested that increased fish oil intake could reduce anger and hostility in alcoholics, troubled teenagers, and violence-prone prisoners. "Clearly omega-3 fatty acids are essential to good brain health," says my friend Daniel Amen, M.D. - Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S.
We use stringent quality standards to ensure that all of our fish oil-containing supplements contain premium fish oil concentrates that can be administered safely and reliably with maximum consumer acceptance.

Fresh, non-fishy taste: Many patients expect fish oil supplements to taste and smell fishy and are therefore reluctant to take them. The good news is that OPTMUM SOLUTIONS' fish oil supplements have no fishy smell or aftertaste. Extensive purification of the oil, careful handling to avoid oxidation, and addition of protective antioxidants retains the clean, pure taste.

Exceptional purity: Starting with small species of wild fish harvested from cold, pristine, deep ocean waters, the oil used in our product undergoes molecular distillation, ultra-filtration, and other purification processes to remove contaminants while maintaining nutritional integrity of the oil. This reduces mercury and other heavy metals, pesticides, PCBs, and dioxins to exceptionally low levels in strict adherence with international standards of purity.

Extra-strength: To help patients get the most out of taking fish oil supplements, each of our marine lipid concentrates delivers potent amounts of omega-3 fatty acids compared to standard fish oil supplements that supply about 30% EPA/DHA. In contrast, our fish oils provide a minimum concentration of 50% and as much as 70% total EPA/DHA.

Third-party tested: To verify purity and potency of our fish oil, each batch from our lab of fish oil for softgel formulation is tested by an accredited, third party laboratory. Extensive analyses using highly sensitive methodologies are employed to ensure that mercury, PCBs, dioxins, peroxides, and other markers of purity and freshness are in full compliance with international guidelines and the recommendations of the Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN).

Competitively-priced: Milligram-for-milligram of actual EPA/DHA provided per softgel of our fish oil supplement is among the most cost-effective choices when compared against other high-quality brands. Our reasonable prices and assurance of exceptional quality translate into improved patient compliance and reliable delivery of omega-3 fatty acids important benefits.