Huile d'algues : une source végétale d'oméga-3

Les suppléments d'huile d'algues sont une source végétale d'acides gras oméga-3, notamment le DHA. Ils offrent une alternative intéressante à l'huile de poisson pour les personnes végétariennes, véganes ou soucieuses de l'environnement.

Catégorie

Supplément alimentaire

Où l’obtenir

Disponibles en pharmacie, en parapharmacie et en ligne.

Teneur en oméga-3

élevée

Teneur en DHA

élevée

Origine

végétale

Certification

végétarien, végane

Forme

capsules

Posté par Dr. Angela Bonato, révisé par Dr. Amélie Gavard

FAQ sur

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What is algae oil?

Algal oil is the oil that is derived directly from algae. It contains DHA, which accounts for 97 percent of the omega-3 fats in the brain. Unfortunately, not enough Americans get enough sources of this essential fatty acid. Algal oil is a plant-based, marine DHA oil that does not come from cold-water fish.

What are the health benefits of algal oil?

Health benefits of algal oil. Algal oil is uniquely beneficial for those who are sustainability-minded or follow a plant-based diet. (Of course, the meat eaters and flexitarians can benefit from some algae action too!) "Vitamin D3 can be naturally synthesized by certain algae," explains Maeng.

Is algae oil a good dietary supplement?

Oil extracted from algae is rich in the omega-3 fats EPA and DHA, though specific amounts vary between brands. It’s not only used as a dietary supplement but also to enrich infant formula and animal feed. What are omega-3s? Omega-3 fatty acids are a family of polyunsaturated fats found in plants and fish.

Is algae oil DHA vegan?

So naturally, we can get our DHAs from this plant food as well. You'll often find vegan DHA supplements labeled as 'algae oil DHA'. As long as the capsule is made of a plant-based material, and there were no animal products used in its formulation or development, these supplements can be considered vegan algae oil DHA.