Each capsule contains 600 mg of fish oil, and roughly one third of that is made up of omega-3 fatty acids — primarily EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid). This is worth understanding before buying, because "600 mg" on the label refers to the total fish oil, not to pure omega-3 content.
REALCAPS positions this as a basic, affordably priced fish oil rather than a concentrated formula. Concentrates on the market can contain a much higher share of EPA and DHA per capsule, but they also cost more. This product is aimed at people who simply want to add EPA and DHA to their diet in a straightforward way, without paying for a concentrate.
A quick note on what these two fatty acids are:
- DHA is a structural component of cell membranes and is naturally found in high amounts in brain tissue and the retina of the eye.
- EPA is the other main omega-3 in fish oil and works alongside DHA as a building block of cell membranes.
When comparing this product with alternatives, look at the EPA + DHA amount per daily serving rather than the total oil weight — that is the most honest basis for comparison. Fish oil is a food supplement, not a medicine, and is not a substitute for a varied diet that includes oily sea fish.