Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) is an omega-3 fatty acid. It is found in cold water fatty fish and in fish oil supplements, along with eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA). There are also vegetarian sources of DHA, which come from seaweed. DHA is essential for the proper functioning of our brains as adults, and for the development of our nervous system and visual abilities during the first 6 months of life. In addition, omega-3 fatty acids are part of a healthy diet that helps lower risk of heart disease. Our bodies naturally produce small amounts of DHA, but we must get the amounts we need from our diet or from supplements. Most people in the Western world do not get enough omega-3 fatty acids in their diet.

Uses

Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Because omega-3 fatty acids are needed for children's brains to develop properly, researchers have examined whether fish oil might reduce ADHD symptoms. So far, results have been mixed. One study showed fish oil might help, but many patients dropped out of the study before it was completed.

Depression
Although some studies have shown that fish oil reduces symptoms of depression, it isn't clear whether DHA alone has the same effect. Other studies suggest it may be EPA which has the positive effect on depression.

Heart Disease
Fish oil appears to have positive effects on existing heart disease. It also may lower the risk for developing heart disease. Omega-3 fatty acids found in fish oil help lower triglycerides (fats in the blood), lower blood pressure, reduce the risk of blood clots, improve the health of arteries and reduce the amount of arterial plaque (which narrows arteries and causes heart disease).

Infant Development
DHA plays a crucial role in the growth and development of the central nervous system as well as visual functioning in infants.

Rheumatoid Arthritis
Several small studies indicate that fish may help reduce symptoms and inflammation associated with rheumatoid arthritis. However, it does not stop the progression of the disease.

Menstrual Pain
Fish oil appears to reduce the pain of menstrual cramps when taken on a regular basis (not just when menstruating).

Raynaud Syndrome
Several studies show that high doses (12 g) of fish oil can reduce sensitivity of the fingers and toes to cold in Raynaud syndrome. Doses this high should be taken only under a doctor's supervision.

Lupus
Two small studies suggested that fish oil reduced fatigue and joint pain associated with lupus.

Udo's Oil® DHA 3•6•9 Blend also provides the finest quality of omega-3, -6 and -9 oils in the perfect 2:1:1 ratio. These fresh, raw and organic omegas give you the essentials for:
soft, beautiful skin
long-lasting energy
reduced inflammation
better sleep – and more!

Easy to use!
Just add some to your daily salads, smoothies, soups and meals.

Find it in the cooler
Fresh and unrefined with no preservatives, so it's kept in the cooler.

Dr. Udo Erasmus is an internationally recognized authority on the role of fats and oil for health. Years of research followed by his best-seller Fats that Heal Fats that Kill earned him international acclaim and forever changed how the world viewed fats.

Unrefined DHA: Udo uses the only DHA that is unrefined, so no deodorizing, bleaching or refining agents are used when making this oil.
Plant-sourced: Plant-sourced DHA in a blend of unrefined organic flax, sunflower, sesame and evening primrose seed oils – plus valuable, naturally occurring phytosterols.
2:1:1 omega ratio: Over time and with testing, Udo found the best ratio of omega-3, -6 and -9 is 2:1:1. More does not mean better. Too much omega-3 can result in omega-6 deficiency and disturb your body's natural balance.
Unrefined GLA: Udo uses unrefined evening primrose oil instead of borage oil to provide omega-6 GLA in his formula. Unrefined borage contains naturally occurring toxins; to remove the toxins, borage oil must undergo refinement, disrupting the integrity of the GLA. Udo's Oil® only contains unrefined oils.
Flora's in-house manufacturing: To ensure that Udo's Oil® is cold-pressed, protected from light and oxygen, unrefined and always refrigerated, Flora uses its own unique presses and machines to manufacture the base of the oil. Udo's Oil® is third-party tested to ensure freshness, potency and integrity.
No chemicals: All of the ingredients are grown and processed without chemicals.
Ecologically friendly: Plant-sourced omegas in non-leaching amber glass bottles for optimum stability and protection from light.