In the previous episode, we talked about the two forms in which omega-3 exists in a capsule: ethyl esters and triglycerides. Now I’ll show you concretely what this difference means for your body.

From the same swallowed dose, one is absorbed at 20-40%, the other at over 90%. And it’s not just about absorption: chemical stability, resistance to oxidation, and even the role of the vitamin E listed on the label take on a different meaning once you know which form the oil in your capsule is in.

This is information you can verify yourself, just by reading and understanding product labels.