Essential Omega 3
by Might-A-Mins Spectrum · liquid · 8 fl. Oz.
- On the market (NIH)
- DSLD label 8133
- Serving 1 tsp ((5 mL) Ages 2-3)
- 24 servings
Essential Omega 3 by Might-A-Mins Spectrum lists 6 ingredients, 6 with an amount per serving of 1 tsp, such as 0.5 g of omega-3 fatty acids, 125 mg of omega-9 fatty acids and 50 mg of omega-6 fatty acids, beside 5 Nutrition Facts rows (calories, fat and the like). Its current label entered the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database on April 26, 2012.
What is in Essential Omega 3?
Each row as the label prints it, per serving of 1 tsp. The capsule beside an amount places it among every product in the NIH database that lists the same ingredient: the bar is the middle half of their amounts, the line in it the median, the whiskers the 10th and 90th percentiles; the green tick is the FDA Daily Value and the red dashed tick the adult upper limit (IOM).
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV | Among products listing it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 20 Calories | ||
| Calories from Fat | 15 Calories | ||
| Total Fat | 1.8 g | Higher than 56% of 11,965 products listing fat (unspecified) (median 1.5 g). | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 66% of 5,234 products listing saturated fat give more (median 1 g). | |
| Trans Fat | 0 g | ||
| Total Carbohydrates | 1.5 g | 73% of 21,979 products listing carbohydrate give more (median 3 g). | |
| Sugar | 0 g | ||
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 0.5 g | 50% of 2,714 products listing omega-3 give more (median 500 mg). | |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid | 250 mg | 54% of 3,134 products listing EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) give more (median 300 mg). | |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid | 150 mg | 65% of 3,627 products listing DHA give more (median 232 mg). | |
| Other Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 100 mg | ||
| Omega-9 Fatty Acids | 125 mg | 62% of 307 products listing omega-9 give more (median 190 mg). | |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 50 mg | 70% of 421 products listing omega-6 give more (median 140 mg). |
Source: NIH ODS Dietary Supplement Label Database, label 8133 (entered April 26, 2012), version 9.4.0. See the label on DSLD. Amounts are what the maker printed; DSLD does not test products. Daily Values: the FDA's Daily Value page.
Is that a lot?
Every amount on this label with a position sits within the middle 80% of the products that list the same ingredient.
The NIH database records one serving a day from the label's directions; its % Daily Values are for adults and children 4 or more years of age. The directions as printed are further down this page.
The Tolerable Upper Intake Level is the most of a nutrient per day, from food, water and supplements together, that is likely to pose no risk for almost all adults (Institute of Medicine, 2011). It does not apply under medical supervision. This page compares labels; it is not medical advice.
Sources: amounts from the DSLD label; Daily Values from 21 CFR 101.9(c)(8)(iv); adult upper limits from the Institute of Medicine's DRI summary tables (2011). How positions are computed.
Which products have the closest formulas?
The products whose ingredient lists overlap most with Essential Omega 3's, rare ingredients counting for more.
- Essential Omega 3DNA Miracles 10 shared, 92% alike
- CardiO-3 Orange FlavorGarden of Life Minami Nutrition 8 shared, 73% alike
- Complete Omega Junior LemonNordic Naturals 8 shared, 69% alike
- ProEFA-3-6-9 LemonNordic Naturals 8 shared, 69% alike
- ProEFA JuniorNordic Naturals 8 shared, 69% alike
- Complete Omega Xtra LemonNordic Naturals 8 shared, 69% alike
Source: ingredient lists of every product's current label in DSLD (version 9.4.0); similarity weights each shared ingredient by how rare it is.
What does the label say about taking it?
Quoted from the label as DSLD transcribed it: the maker's words, including any claim about what the product does, which the FDA has not evaluated and PlainVitamins does not endorse.
- Directions
- Directions for use: Ages 2-3 years: Take 1 teaspoon once daily or as directed by your healthcare provider. Ages 4 years and older: Take 2 teaspoons once daily or as directed by your healthcare provider.
- Warnings
- Do not use if safety l is broken or missing.
- WARNING: If you are currently using warfarin (Coumadin(R)), other antiplatelet/anticoagulant drugs or any other prescription drugs, have an ongoing medical condition, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your healthcare provider before using this product.
- KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN.
- Allergens and what it does not contain
- This product contains no added wheat, dairy, sugar, artificial colors or artificial flavors.
- Storage
- Shake well prior to use. Refrigerate after opening.
- Store in a cool, dry place.
Source: label statements in DSLD label 8133.
What else is on the label?
Other ingredients: Water, Xylitol, Glycerol, mango flavor, Gum Arabic, Citric Acid, Rosemary extract, Guar Gum, Sorbic Acid, Xanthan Gum, D-Alpha-Tocopherol, Vanillin Crystals, Vegetable juice color, Turmeric extract, Mixed Tocopherols, EDTA.
How many labels does Essential Omega 3 have?
One label is on file, entered on April 26, 2012.
- Label 8133 (current) Entered April 26, 2012 · on the market · 8 fl. Oz.
Source: DSLD label entry and market events, version 9.4.0 (labels entered through September 25, 2025).
Who makes it?
The label names Market America, Inc. (distributor), Greensboro, NC. All Might-A-Mins Spectrum products.