What it is
Nordic Naturals Ultimate Omega in natural lemon flavor is a fish-oil dietary supplement supplied as a bottle of 90 soft gels. The front of the bottle reads 1280 mg Omega-3, 1000 mg Soft Gels and 90 Count, and the Supplement Facts panel gives the serving size as two soft gels. It sits with the other capsule and soft gel formats in the Supplements for Men range at Gear Isle.
The oil itself is listed on the panel as purified deep sea fish oil from anchovies and sardines. Both the oil and the soft gel shell carry natural lemon flavor, which is what the label is referring to when it calls them Lemon Soft Gels. The soft gels are a clear golden yellow and roughly oval, as shown in the product photographs.
What's inside
Every figure below is transcribed from the Supplement Facts panel on this product, and nothing has been added to it. The ingredient line reads, in full: purified deep sea fish oil (from anchovies and sardines), soft gel capsule (gelatin, glycerin, water, natural lemon flavor), natural lemon flavor, d-alpha tocopherol, rosemary extract (a natural preservative).
Purified deep sea fish oil. The oil is drawn from anchovies and sardines — small, fast-maturing schooling fish that sit low in the marine food chain and are among the most commonly used raw materials for omega-3 concentrates. The panel describes the oil as purified, meaning it has been through a refining step before it is filled into the shells.
EPA and DHA. These are the two long-chain omega-3 fatty acids named on the panel, written out there as eicosapentaenoic acid and docosahexaenoic acid. They occur naturally in oily fish, and on this panel a two-soft-gel serving is listed at 650 mg of EPA and 450 mg of DHA. A further 180 mg is listed simply as Other Omega-3s, and the three figures add up to the 1280 mg Total Omega-3s printed at the top of that block.
The soft gel shell. The shell is made from gelatin, glycerin, water and natural lemon flavor. Gelatin is an animal-derived protein, so these soft gels are not a vegetarian or vegan format.
d-alpha tocopherol. This is a naturally sourced form of vitamin E, and it is a routine inclusion in oil-based soft gels. The NIH Office of Dietary Supplements fact sheet on vitamin E gives general background on the nutrient itself, independently of any particular product.
Rosemary extract. The panel names it directly as a natural preservative. Rosemary is an everyday culinary herb, and extracts of it are widely used in oil-containing foods and supplements.
The panel also states, underneath the ingredient line: No gluten, milk derivatives, or artificial colors or flavors. The front of the bottle additionally carries a Non-GMO Verified seal.
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 2 Soft Gels
Supplement Facts — Nordic Naturals Ultimate Omega Lemon Flavor, 90 Soft Gels
| Nutrient | Amount Per Serving | % Daily Value |
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| Calories | 20 | — |
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| Calories from fat | 20 | — |
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| Total Fat | 2 g | 3% |
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| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 1% |
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| Trans Fat | 0 g | † |
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| Total Omega-3s | 1280 mg | † |
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| EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid) | 650 mg | † |
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| DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid) | 450 mg | † |
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| Other Omega-3s | 180 mg | † |
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Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. † Daily Value not established. Less than 5 mg of cholesterol per serving. Transcribed from the Supplement Facts panel on this product.
How to use it
The Supplement Facts panel defines a serving as two soft gels, so the numbers in the table above describe two soft gels taken together rather than one. Follow the directions and storage instructions printed on the bottle itself, and check them against the panel before your first serving.
Soft gels of this size are usually easier to swallow with a drink and alongside food. If you already take a prescription medicine, or you are pregnant or nursing, speak to a licensed healthcare professional before adding any new supplement. General guidance on choosing and using supplements is published by the NIH in Dietary Supplements: What You Need to Know.
Who it's for
This is a straightforward fish-oil format for adults 18 and over who want a lemon-flavored soft gel rather than a liquid oil or a flavorless capsule. The 90-count bottle is a larger format, so it suits someone who already knows they get on with fish oil and would rather restock less often than sample a small pack.
It is not a fit if you avoid animal-derived ingredients, since the shell is gelatin, or if you avoid fish. Anyone browsing the wider men's range at Gear Isle will find it listed alongside the rest of the 777 Extreme selection.
Good to know
This product is made from fish, so anyone with a seafood allergy should ask a licensed healthcare professional before using it. The same applies if you are on blood-thinning medication or have an upcoming procedure — that is a conversation for your own clinician, not for a product page.
Keep the bottle closed, out of reach of children, and out of direct sunlight. If you want an independent overview of how dietary and herbal supplements are regulated and what the known safety considerations are, the NCCIH page on dietary and herbal supplements is a reasonable starting point, and product labels in this category are cataloged in the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many soft gels are in the bottle, and what counts as one serving?
The bottle holds 90 soft gels, and the Supplement Facts panel gives the serving size as two soft gels. Those two soft gels together are listed at 1280 mg of Total Omega-3s, made up of 650 mg EPA, 450 mg DHA and 180 mg of Other Omega-3s.
Is Ultimate Omega suitable for vegetarians or vegans?
No. The soft gel shell is made with gelatin, which is animal-derived, and the oil inside comes from anchovies and sardines, so the product is not vegetarian or vegan in either component.
Does it contain gluten or dairy?
No — the Supplement Facts panel states plainly that there is no gluten, no milk derivatives, and no artificial colors or flavors. The front of the bottle also carries a Non-GMO Verified seal.
Which fish is the oil from, and why is it lemon flavored?
The oil is from anchovies and sardines, named directly on the panel as purified deep sea fish oil. Natural lemon flavor appears twice in the ingredient line — once within the soft gel shell and once in the oil — which is why the label describes them as Lemon Soft Gels.
How is the order packaged for delivery?
Orders ship in plain, unbranded outer packaging with no description of the contents on the outside. It will not show the Gear Isle name.
Product information compiled and reviewed by the Gear Isle product team. We transcribe supplement facts directly from manufacturer packaging. Found an error? Tell us.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Dietary supplement for adults 18 and over. Consult a licensed healthcare professional before use, especially if you have a medical condition, heart concerns, or take prescription medication (including nitrates). Keep out of reach of children.
