If you're after omega-3 benefits for heart or brain health, this plant-based option has a major limitation. Your body only converts about 5–10% of the **ALA** (alpha-linolenic acid) in **Flaxseed Oil** into the EPA and DHA that drive most omega-3 health outcomes. Even at the full eight-softgel daily dose (4,500 mg ALA), you're looking at roughly 225–450 mg of usable EPA+DHA equivalent — well below the 1,000–3,000 mg clinical range.

Each two-softgel serving gives you 2,500 mg of organic flaxseed oil with 1,125 mg of ALA, along with linoleic acid and oleic acid. These fatty acids have their own modest roles in overall health, but they won't replace direct EPA and DHA for cardiovascular or cognitive support.

The pill burden is also significant — eight softgels per day to hit the suggested dose. If you're vegan or prefer plant-based supplements, this delivers ALA reliably, but keep your expectations realistic about the omega-3 conversion.

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Solgar

Flaxseed Oil 1250 mg

Capsule · 50 servings · $0.24/serving

27 / 100Poor

Score Breakdown

Formulation
27
Safety
100
Final score
27/100

Ingredients (1)

organic Flaxseed Oil1125 mg

Within effective range · Budget form

Label Nutrition Facts

Nutrition

Calories and macros.

  • Calories25 Calorie(s)
  • Total Fat2.5 Gram(s)
    • Polyunsaturated Fat2 Gram(s)

Active Ingredients

From the label · % Daily Value

DV%

organic Flaxseed Oil2500 mg

Alpha-Linolenic Acid1125 mg
Linoleic Acid275 mg
Oleic Acid275 mg
Palmitic Acid75 mg
Stearic Acid50 mg
Other Fatty Acids

Other Ingredients

Fillers, coatings, and additives

2Safe

GelatinCapsule

Safe

GlycerinHumectant

Safe

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Sources & Scoring

Nutrient data (RDA, UL, and safety thresholds) sourced from: NIH Office of Dietary Supplements and National Academies Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI).

This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare provider before making changes to your supplement routine.

The score analyzes what's on the label: ingredient doses vs. clinical ranges, chemical forms, evidence levels, and known interactions. It does not verify label accuracy or test for contaminants — for that, look for third-party certifications like USP or NSF.