Waldemar Sadziński · Health · Omega-3

Not every omega-3 is the same

Before I started taking anything, I checked how omega-3 oils actually differ from each other. It turned out to be a lot more than I thought.

Why Eqology specifically

What I checked before choosing

Most "omega-3" labels state the total amount of fish oil, not the amount of active EPA and DHA - that was the first thing I noticed. Second - freshness. Fish oil oxidises easily, and that oxidation is exactly what causes the fishy aftertaste and lower quality.

Freshness (TOTOX) - this is the oxidation index of the oil, the lower the better. The EU standard is 26. In Eqology's oil, according to the manufacturer's official data, it's 4-6 - that's why the oil has no fishy aftertaste.

Processed at sea - wild Arctic cod from Norwegian waters is supposed to be processed within hours of being caught, so the oil doesn't have time to oxidise before it reaches the bottle.

Traceable down to the boat - from the bottle number you can check not just the batch, but the specific vessel and location in the Arctic Sea where the fish was caught. Plus MSC certification (sustainable fishing) and testing at an independent lab in Oslo.

Heavy metal filtering - purification is meant to remove heavy metals and other contaminants from the raw material. The Terra Creta olive oil has its own purity tests confirming the absence of heavy metals, PAHs, dioxins and chlorinated solvents.

Liquid form, not capsules - as far as I could check, the liquid form is supposed to be better absorbed, while capsules more often use worse, cheaper chemical forms (ethyl esters instead of triglycerides).

Olive oil in the formula - the fish oil in Eqology is combined with Terra Creta olive oil (Crete), with acidity up to 0.4% - twice as strict a standard as regular extra virgin olive oil (0.8%). Cold-pressed, at a temperature up to 27°C (typical "cold-pressed" oils in Poland reach 40-54°C), pesticide-free, with the olives brought to the mill in crates (not sacks) so they don't get crushed.

Independent certifications, not just the manufacturer's word - GOED (the global omega-3 industry association), Cologne List® (free of banned substances, important for athletes), GMP (good manufacturing practice), MSC (sustainable fishing). The oil itself is made by Pharma Marine - a Norwegian manufacturer with 73 years of experience, tested by the Vitas Laboratory in Oslo, which has been operating for 29 years.

I'll be honest about what's actually allowed to be said here: EU regulations allow the statement that 250 mg of EPA and DHA per day supports normal heart, brain and vision function, and 2 g per day helps maintain normal blood triglyceride levels. A large, independent study (Cochrane review 2020, over 140,000 people) showed that the effect of supplementation is real, but modest - mostly visible in triglycerides, not in overall mortality. I'm not hiding this, I'd rather you knew.

The body doesn't produce enough EPA and DHA on its own - they need to come from outside, because conversion from the plant-based ALA fatty acid (e.g. from flaxseed) is very low.

Test, don't guess - the omega-3 level in your blood can be checked with a simple finger-prick test, without a lab visit. Only then do you know whether what you're doing makes any sense for you - for me it took a few minutes.

One more thing about the olive oil in the formula: in a thermal stability test (80°C), plain cod oil broke down fastest, in under 10 hours. With regular olive oil added - almost 16 hours. With Terra Creta olive oil, the same one used in Eqology - over 30 hours. Nobody keeps their oil at 80 degrees, obviously, but it shows that the quality of the olive oil inside genuinely matters for how long the omega-3 fatty acids last, not just for the taste.

Exact composition per 10 ml (according to the manufacturer's official data): 1,950 mg of omega-3 fatty acids in total, including 680 mg EPA and 820 mg DHA (1,500 mg EPA+DHA combined), plus 20 mcg of vitamin D3 (400% of the reference intake). Production certified "Made in Norway." Since 1985, suppliers have been using production by-products (skins, trimmings) instead of throwing them away - this isn't a new trend, it's a long-standing practice.

I've been using this for about a year and a half now - and recently I also added the microcirculation device, morning and evening. I've genuinely noticed a real difference in my energy and wellbeing - my test result (below) confirms it. I can't tell you exactly what's responsible for what - I'm only telling you what I've actually noticed in myself.

My result - a finger-prick blood test, not a guess

Omega-3 index 4.3% → 7.5% 16 Dec 2024 → 31 Jul 2025 (about 7.5 months of supplementation)

Omega-6/omega-3 balance 12.4:1 → 6.1:1 the lower, the better - below 5:1 is considered a good range

This is the result of a finger-prick blood test (omegaratiotest.com) - a self-assessment test for information purposes only, not for diagnosis or treatment. The result is affected by your whole diet, not just one supplement - this is a single measurement in a single person, not proof it works for everyone.

Want to check your own index? You can buy the test on its own, or as part of an omega-3 course (1 or 2 tests) - everything is on my Eqology page →

Write to me the word OMEGA - I'll tell you exactly which variant I take and why I chose it.

I answer personally, usually the same day.

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You don't have to decide on everything right away. You can start with the test, try one of the products, or just message me and ask what would suit you - I answer personally and I'll tell you honestly if something doesn't make sense for you.

There's also a way to pay less: by signing up as a customer (not as a business partner) through this link, you get access to Eqology's full range and current promotions - and friends you refer can even get your product cost refunded.

If you decide to recommend the product you bought to three more people - and they also buy it through your own link - your copy becomes free, you only pay for shipping (Eqology may need up to 24 hours after your friend's order to register this - if you don't see it the same day, that's normal). I use this myself, but here's one important tip: the order matters - you need to register as a customer first, and only then buy through your link. It's a bit like a loyalty card at a shop: if you pay without showing the card, you still get the goods, but the shop won't know it was you, so you won't get any reward. It's the same here - a purchase made without registering first is anonymous (even if you give your delivery address), so it can't be linked to your account. It's best if we do this together - call or message me, and I'll walk you through the registration step by step. This matters because it's easy to accidentally mess something up - for example, deleting the sponsor number that's already filled in there - and without it, the purchase won't count as yours. This is just an option, nobody is forcing you to do anything.

If now isn't the right moment - sign up as a customer. It doesn't commit you to anything, but you'll always have access to the shop and can buy whenever you're ready. You can also just send this link to friends so they can check out the products themselves - sometimes just showing someone that something like this exists is enough.

And if you'd also like to support your microcirculation - check out what I write about BEMER →.

This is my own experience and what I checked myself - not medical advice. Dietary supplements are not medicines and have no therapeutic properties. If you take prescription medication or have health concerns - consult a doctor before supplementing.

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What others who use it say

These are individual experiences and opinions of specific people - not a guarantee or a typical result for everyone. They do not replace medical advice.

In October 2024 a friend recommended the Omega-3 oil from the Norwegian company Eqology. I looked into the product, the production process and the quality - and most importantly, before I started taking it, I did a finger-prick blood test: how much omega-3 I have in my blood (the omega-3 index) and what the balance is between omega-6 and omega-3. After 6 months of taking the oil I repeated the tests, as Eqology recommends.

Omega-3 index 4.1% → 8.9% October 2024 → April 2025 (after about 6 months)

Omega-6/omega-3 balance 15.6:1 → 3.2:1 the lower, the better - below 5:1 is considered a good range

I also took part in many webinars about how a correct omega index and balance affect how the body functions. My impressions are very positive, so I can honestly recommend Eqology's Omega-3 oil.

- Jerzy S., retiree

Have your own story or a question about a specific case? Write to me - we'll check together whether it fits here.