Krill Oil
Krill oil is a mixture of fatty acids high in EPA and DHA (fish oil fatty acids) in the form of phospholipids, mostly as phosphatidylcholine; it appears to be better absorbed than fish oil, may be more cardioprotective, and has some unique (unexplored) fat burning effects.
Quick Answer
What it is
Krill oil is a mixture of fatty acids high in EPA and DHA (fish oil fatty acids) in the form of phospholipids, mostly as phosphatidylcholine; it appears to be better absorbed than fish oil, may be more cardioprotective, and has some unique (unexplored) fat burning effects.
Key findings
- Grade C: C-Reactive Protein (CRP) (Osteoarthritis (OA))
- Grade C: Arthritis (In General) (Osteoarthritis (OA))
- Grade C: High-density lipoprotein (HDL) (High Cholesterol)
Safety
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ℹ️ Quick Facts: Krill Oil
Quick Facts: Krill Oil
- Best Evidence:Grade C
- Conditions Studied:9
- Research Outcomes:46
- Key Effect:Osteoarthritis (OA)
Detailed Outcomes
Evidence by Condition
Best grade per condition (each condition may have multiple outcomes)
Research Citations (6)
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