MegaRed contains oil from 100% pure Antarctic krill, tiny crustaceans that thrive in the frigid waters of the Antarctic. MegaRed provides an optimal combination of omega-3 fatty acids, phospholipids and the powerful antioxidant astaxanthin to support heart and joint health. Just one small, easy-to-swallow MegaRed softgel to take each day. Quality tested for purity.MegaRed Omega-3 Krill Oil contains omega-3 fatty acids DHA and EPA. Research has shown that DHA and EPA may reduce the risk of coronary heart disease. Unlike fish oil, the omega-3 fatty acids in MegaRed Omega-3 Krill Oil are mainly absorbed and carried to your body"s cells in phospholipid form.Importantly, because MegaRed omega-3"s are carried in phospholipid form, there is no fishy aftertaste.MegaRed has been shown to significantly increase your Omega-3 Index in just 30 days. The Omega-3 Index is a measure of the amount of omega-3 fatty acids in your body"s cells. A higher Omega-3 Index is associated with better cardiovascular health and other health benefits.