About Krill Oil

Krill is a generic term used to designate deepwater marine planktonic crustacean species. It looks like a miniature shrimp, ranging between one and six centimeters in length. These 85 species represent the planet's most abundant animal biomass found in banks that may extend over several square kilometers. Krill oil is an extract of Krill. Neptune NKO sources its krill from the Antarctic Ocean. NKO^® is a unique and superior form of Omega-3, and guaranteed free of potentially harmful levels of mercury, heavy metals, PCBs and dioxins.

NKO^® is: Omega-3 (EPA & DHA) + Phospholipids + Antioxidants (Astaxanthin, Vitamin A and E)

Approved Health Claims by "Health Canada" (FDA equivalent)

NKO^® is the only Krill Oil with clinically proven health benefits. NKO^® was awarded "The Best Nutritional Product of 2010" and after reviewing the clinical trials, Health Canada (The United States FDA equivalent of Canada) has allowed the following health claims for NKO^® Neptune Krill Oil:

General Health

• Source of omega-3 fatty acids for the maintenance of good health
• Source of EPA and DHA for the maintenance of good health

Joint Health

• Helps to reduce pain associated with osteoarthritis (1 Softgel/day).
• Helps to reduce C-reactive protein levels, a clinical marker of inflammation (1 Softgel/day).

Heart Health

• Helps to maintain cardiovascular health (2 Softgels/day).
• In conjunction with conventional statin therapy, helps to increase the levels of HDL cholesterol (2 Softgels/day).
• In conjunction with conventional statin therapy, helps to reduce the levels of LDL cholesterol (2 Softgels/day).
• In conjunction with conventional statin therapy, helps to reduce serum triglycerides (4 Softgels/day).
• Helps to reduce C-reactive protein levels, a clinical marker of inflammation (1 Softgel/day).

Women's Health

• Helps to relieve symptoms of dysmenorrhea and premenstrual syndrome (PMS) (4 Softgels/day).
• Helps to relieve symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) (4 Softgels/day).

Frequently Asked Questions about Krill Oil

What is the recommended daily dosage of Krill Oil?
For cardiovascular health we recommend a daily dose of 1,000 to 1,500mg per day of NKO^® for 3 months. Maintenance dose of 500mg then after. For joint health we recommend a daily dose of 300mg-500mg/day of NKO^®. For women’s health we recommend a daily dose of 500mg/day OR 2g/day of NKO^® 8 days prior to menstrual cycle and 2 days during. For cognitive health we recommend a daily dose of 500mg/day of NKO^®. For general health we recommend a daily dose of 500mg/day of NKO^®.

What is the difference between fish oil and NKO?
A. NKO^® is different from fish oil because the omega-3 fatty acids are attached to phospholipids whereas the omega-3 in fish oil is attached to triglycerides. The phospholipids contribute to a better absorption and utilization of the EPA & DHA by the cells, making NKO^® more bioeffective than fish oil.

B. NKO^® contains a powerful antioxidant known as astaxanthin. The presence of astaxanthin in NKO^® combined with other naturally occurring antioxidants in the oil (vitamins E and A) create exceptional protection against oxidation of the oil, making it stable for a long time. It also protects the body against free radical attacks which can cause aging of the cells. Antioxidants are usually added in fish oil to prevent the oil from oxidizing as they do not have any on their own.

C. One of the side effects of fish oil is regurgitation. The different digestion mechanism of phospholipids in NKO^® prevents any regurgitation side-effects usually experienced when consuming fish oil.

D. Krill is at the bottom of the food chain, therefore does not accumulate as many toxins and heavy metals as fish oil. This results in a safer and purer product than the standard fish oils on the market.

E. Most of the studies that have been conducted on NKO^® have been done in comparison to fish oil, and have demonstrated NKO^®’s superiority. Also, most of the studies conducted with fish oils were done with very high dosages. The daily dosages recommended on the market are inferior to those used in the clinical studies, therefore cannot guarantee a human benefit.

Are all Krill Oils the same?
There are different qualities of krill oil on the market that are provided by different suppliers. NKO^® is a superior oil, with the highest levels of EPA, DHA and astaxanthin. Not all krill oils on the market are 100% derived from krill. NKO^® is the only krill oil on the market clinically proven to benefit cardiovascular, cognitive, joint and women’s health. Other krill oils cannot use the benefits associated with the studies as their compositions and extraction procedures are not the same.

Where does NKO Krill Oil Gold come from?
NKO^® is an oil extract from krill, which is harvested in the Antarctic Ocean. Krill are crustaceans which look like shrimp. They are the largest biomass in the world, counting more than 85 different species.

Is Krill an endangered species?
Krill is not an endangered species. Even though whales feed almost exclusively on Krill, only 0.03% of the total biomass is harvested. The CCAMLR (Commission of Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources) annually regulates and establishes catch limits to ensure that krill remains an endangered species.

*Disclaimer: The information on this page is for educational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical opinion. It is always recommended to consult a healthcare professional before starting any kind of supplementation. The statements and product information have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any disease.