Krill oil

Tier 2 — promising · Cardiovascular · Inflammation · Joints

Delivers EPA and DHA in phospholipid form, which some studies suggest absorbs better than the triglyceride form in standard fish oil. Also contains astaxanthin, a potent antioxidant. A 2024 review of 14 trials found krill oil significantly reduces triglycerides, LDL cholesterol, and inflammation markers. Fewer fishy burps than regular fish oil. More expensive per gram of omega-3 than standard fish oil with similar overall benefits.

Dose: 1,000–3,000 mg/day krill oil (providing 250–500 mg EPA+DHA); phospholipid-bound form