Omega-3 vs. Salmon Oil: Understanding the Key Differences

Omega-3 fish oil can be derived from different kinds of oily fish. Salmon oil must come from the fatty tissues of one of the salmon species. Omega-3 fish oil and salmon oil are both high in essential fatty acids and nutrients. Salmon oil is a subproduct under the title of omega-3 fish oils.

The Omega-3's

• Fish oils are high in the long-chain fatty acids docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA).

Fish Oil

• Fish oil is derived from the tissue of cold-water oily fish; common sources are mackerel, sardines, herring, albacore tuna and salmon.

Salmon

• There are 5 West Coast salmon species: Chinook, Sockeye, Coho, Chum and Pink salmon. Fished predominantly in the cold waters of Alaska and western Canada, all are an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids.

Nutrients in Salmon

• In addition to the omega-3 fatty acids, salmon is a good source of vitamins including A, B and D, iron, calcium, phosphorus and selenium.

Health Benefits

• Both omega-3 fish oils and omega-3 salmon oils help to protect against heart disease and stroke.