Journal
Plain-English science on omega-3, ratios, dosing, and what your number actually means.
australian guidelinesHow much omega-3 do you need daily? An Australian guide
How much omega-3 a day? The NHMRC targets in mg, how many 1000 mg fish oil capsules that means, and how to check your own level...
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Omega-3 and heart health: what the evidence says
An honest, evidence-based look at omega-3 and heart health — what's established, what's still uncertain, and where your Omega-3 Index fits in.
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Omega-3 and the brain: mood, memory and healthy ageing
DHA is one of the brain's main structural fats. What the research says about omega-3 and mood, memory and ageing — and the honest limits of...
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accuracyAre at-home omega-3 tests accurate? An honest answer.
Are at-home omega-3 tests accurate? Some aren't — but a finger-prick sent to an accredited GC-FID lab is different. How to tell, and 5 questions to...
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The omega-6 to omega-3 ratio (and AA:EPA), explained
What the omega-6 to omega-3 ratio (and AA:EPA) actually measures, why the modern Australian diet pushes it too high, and what your test report tells you.
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cornerstoneWhy testing beats just supplementing — what the ORIP Trial actually showed
The world's largest omega-3 pregnancy trial showed fish oil only helps those who need it — for everyone else, the benefit isn't there. What it means...
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DHAEPA vs DHA: what's the difference?
EPA and DHA are both omega-3s but do different jobs — EPA for inflammation and heart, DHA for brain and eyes. Why both matter, and the...
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cornerstoneOmega-3 in pregnancy: the SAHMRI Test-and-Treat Program explained
From 2026, South Australia offers omega-3 testing free to pregnant women through SA Pathology — a world first. The science behind it, and what it means...
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educationHow to read your omega-3 test result
Your report shows your Omega-3 Index, your ratios and your category. Here's what each number means and exactly what to do depending on where you land.
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australiaOmega-3 deficiency in Australia: where do you sit on the global map?
Australia sits in the 'low' band of global omega-3 status — typical levels are 4–6%, well below the 8–12% optimal range. Here's why, and what it...
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cornerstoneWhat is the Omega-3 Index, and why does it matter?
The Omega-3 Index measures EPA + DHA in your red blood cells, reflecting your last 3–4 months of intake. 8–12% is optimal — most Australians sit...
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