Where we used to be able to choose only between fish oil capsules or liquid oil, there are now also tasty omega-3 gummies. Not only children but also adults are making the switch from traditional supplements to gummies. But why exactly? In this blog we share the 3 biggest reasons why omega-3 gummies are becoming so popular.
Reason 1: No more fishy taste
This is probably the most important reason. Many people hold off on omega-3 capsules because they are afraid of those annoying fishy burps or fishy taste. Although Arctic Blue's fish oil already has no typical fishy taste and causes no fishy burps thanks to the fresh, pure Arctic cod, gummies have an extra advantage. Gummies do not taste like fish at all.
The omega-3 gummies from Arctic Blue, for example, have a delicious strawberry/citrus flavor, and the vegan omega-3 gummies have a tropical flavor. Both are 100% sugar-free, made with xylitol from the Finnish birch tree. This is a tooth-friendly sugar substitute that diabetics can also use. It almost seems like a sweet, while of course it is simply a serious supplement that should be given by parents.
Reason 2: Easier if you have difficulty swallowing
Not everyone can swallow capsules equally well. For children aged 3 and up, the elderly, or people with swallowing problems, omega-3 gummies are a pleasant alternative. They are soft, you can chew them, and they go down the throat more easily.
Many adults also prefer omega-3 gummies over capsules. They are pleasant to use and very convenient on the go. You can easily take gummies with you in the car, to the office, or during a walk. This makes omega-3 accessible to a much wider group of people.
Reason 3: It feels like a treat
Gummies can make using supplements a lot more fun. Instead of having to swallow a “pill” every day, you take a tasty gummy. And if you make it as easy as possible for yourself, you are more likely to keep up your routine and benefit from the advantages.
This works especially well for children: giving omega-3 suddenly becomes very easy because they see it as a reward and may even start asking when they will get their gummy.
Are omega-3 gummies actually effective?
A fair question! For a long time, omega-3 gummies contained far too few active ingredients. Many brands mainly put sugar and excipients into the gummies, with minimal amounts of omega-3.
Arctic Blue has solved this problem. Thanks to special emulsion technology, the gummies contain no less than 250 mg of DHA and 70 mg of EPA each: that is 5x more than other brands.
Moreover, they are sugar-free, made with xylitol from the Finnish birch tree. They also contain vitamin D3, which contributes to the maintenance of normal bones*, the normal function of the muscles* and the immune system*.
Finally
Omega-3 gummies are not just a trend: they make supplements more accessible and more fun. By removing the fishy taste and making them more pleasant to take, they help more people use omega-3 consistently.
Whether you choose omega-3 gummies, capsules or liquid oil, the most important thing is to find a form that suits you and that you can stick with. Because only then will you get the most out of the benefits of omega-3 for your heart*, brain* and eyes*.
*Approved health claims from the EFSA. EPA and DHA contribute to the normal function of the heart (at 250 mg per day). DHA is good for the brain and helps maintain normal vision (at 250 mg of DHA per day).
