Omega-3 Intake Planner
Input the EPA and DHA content of your fish oil supplement to calculate how many servings are needed to meet daily omega-3 goals.
Common recommendation from AHA for individuals with coronary risk factors.
Based on supplement label or clinician advice.
Servings Needed
Target EPA+DHA
1000 mg/day
Supplement provides 700 mg EPA+DHA per serving (400 mg EPA / 300 mg DHA).
Required servings
1.5 servings/day
Within your maximum servings.
How to Use This Calculator
Check supplement label
Record EPA and DHA amounts per serving—not total fish oil grams.
Select an omega-3 goal
Use guideline-based goals or set a custom target per clinician instructions.
Adjust servings safely
Do not exceed label recommendations without medical supervision.
Formula
Total EPA+DHA per serving = EPA mg + DHA mg.
Targets informed by American Heart Association/American College of Cardiology guidance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What about ALA from flaxseed?
ALA conversion to EPA/DHA is limited. This calculator focuses on EPA+DHA from marine sources.
Can I combine different supplements?
Yes—enter cumulative EPA and DHA totals per serving in the calculator.
Does prescription omega-3 differ?
Prescription products (e.g., icosapent ethyl) have standardized EPA or EPA/DHA content—use label values.
Are there upper limits?
Doses >3–4 g/day EPA+DHA require clinician oversight. Watch for bruising or bleeding.
Should fish oil be taken with food?
Yes, with meals to improve absorption and minimize fishy aftertaste.