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From a nutritional point of view, fish are classified according to their fat content: fatty or oily fish, semi-fatty and lean or white. Only fatty or semi-fatty fish contain high levels of Omega 3, the best known of which are EPA and DHA. These fatty acids have been shown to be beneficial to health.

VivoMega™ is a purified omega-3 fish oil oil. Concentrate with high content of EPA based on triglycerides (TG) made from fish oil. The specification is a product with a minimum of 90% TG with 2.5 to 5.0 mg/g mixed tocopherols added. Mixed tocopherol (E306) is of non-genetically modified quality and with preserved identity.

VivoMega™ is sustainable and must not only bring a benefit to the consumer, but also contribute to the protection of the environment.

Omega 3 are a type of essential fatty acids that cannot be synthesized by the body and therefore must be incorporated through the diet. To meet the daily needs of this nutrient, it is often necessary to resort to the consumption of food supplements, especially in stages when these requirements increase, such as pregnancy(1).

Long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (EPA and DHA) are primarily produced from marine microalgae before entering the fish food chain. These microalgae have the enzymes necessary to efficiently synthesize DHA, from the fatty acid α-linolenic acid (ALA). However, the ALA (precursor of EPA and DHA) obtained from the diet produces little DHA in the human body, so to obtain DHA it is more effective to consume oily fish or take a dietary supplement of Omega 3 fatty acids(2).

Omega-3s are mostly found in oily fish such as salmon, mackerel, tuna, herring and sardines. They are also found in nuts and seeds (such as flaxseed, chia seeds, and walnuts).

Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) is an omega-3 fatty acid with anti-inflammatory properties and an important role in brain and vision development. Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), on the other hand, is an omega 3 precursor of anti-inflammatory substances and is especially important for the cardiovascular system, but it can also be effective at the musculoskeletal, joint, dermatological level, etc.

Among the benefits of EPA and DHA we find that:

• They contribute to the normal functioning of the heart.

And specifically, docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) contributes to:

• Maintain normal brain function.
• To maintain vision under normal conditions.

Each Active Immunity pearl contains 1000 mg of fish oil, of which 800 mg are Omega 3 EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid).

Omega 3 fatty acids from cold-extracted fish oil contain 80% EPA in the form of triglycerides to promote its absorption.

EPA is an omega-3 fatty acid that contributes to heart function. Omega-3s are essential for the body and are obtained through food, mostly oily fish, nuts and seeds.

Specifically, EPA is a precursor of anti-inflammatory substances that are part of the prostaglandin family. EPA is especially important for the cardiovascular system, but it can also be effective at the musculoskeletal, joint, dermatological level, etc.

On the other hand, EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) participates in the modulation of the immune response, helping to reduce inflammation and anatomical-functional damage, showing its anti-inflammatory effect.

Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) contribute:

• to the normal functioning of the heart.

Vitamin C is a water-soluble antioxidant with a high reducing power. It acts as a cofactor for numerous enzymes involved in the biosynthesis of collagen, carnitine and some neurotransmitters, and can trap a wide variety of reactive oxygen and nitrogen species in aqueous media. Vitamin C is considered essential, as it cannot be synthesized by humans.

This vitamin is mainly found in foods of plant origin in which it appears naturally in two interconvertible chemical forms: ascorbic acid (reduced form) and dehydroascorbic acid (oxidized form); Both forms have similar biological action.
In general, all fruits and vegetables contain it in greater or lesser amounts.
The richest fruits are acidic, since low pH stabilizes vitamin C (kiwi, strawberries, currants, mango, orange).

Among its functions, vitamin C contributes:

• to the normal functioning of the immune system.
• the normal functioning of the immune system during and after intense physical exercise.
• to the normal formation of collagen for the normal functioning of blood vessels.
• to the normal formation of collagen for normal bone function.
• to the normal formation of collagen for the normal functioning of cartilage.
• to the normal formation of collagen for the normal functioning of the gums.
• to the normal formation of collagen for the normal functioning of the skin.
• to the normal formation of collagen for the normal functioning of the teeth.
• to normal energy metabolism.
• to the normal functioning of the nervous system.
• to normal psychological function.
• to the protection of cells against oxidative damage.
• Help reduce tiredness and fatigue.
• to regenerate the reduced form of vitamin E.
• improve iron absorption.

Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that plays an important role in bone metabolism and has anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory properties.

Vitamin D3 can be obtained by sun exposure (90%) and through diet (10%). However, its cutaneous synthesis is not enough to reach the optimal levels to improve our state of health.

The richest natural sources of vitamin D are fish liver oils and saltwater fish, such as sardines, herring, salmon, and mackerel. Eggs, meat, milk, and butter contain small amounts. The sun, on the other hand, is a source of vitamin D. However, various factors such as sunscreens with a protection factor greater than 8, age, darker pigmentation, a northern latitude greater than 40 degrees and the winter season reduce the production of vitamin D in the skin.

Among the functions, vitamin D contributes to:

• to the normal functioning of the immune system.
• to the normal absorption and utilization of calcium and phosphorus.
• to the maintenance of normal blood calcium levels.
• to the maintenance of bones in normal conditions.
• to the normal functioning of the muscles.
• to the maintenance of teeth in normal conditions.
• to the process of cell division.

Vitamin A is fat-soluble. Depending on whether the food source is an animal or a plant:

• Vitamin A present in foods of animal origin is called retinol; is one of the most active forms of vitamin A.
• The vitamin A present in fruits and vegetables is called beta-carotene, which is converted into retinol within the body, which makes it an important source of vitamin A.

Among its functions, vitamin A (retinol) contributes:

• to the normal functioning of the immune system.
• to normal iron metabolism.
• to the maintenance of mucous membranes under normal conditions.
• to the maintenance of the skin in normal conditions.
• to the maintenance of vision under normal conditions.
• to the process of cell differentiation.

Zinc is a very important trace mineral that is part of a large number of enzymes and other metabolites, distributed in all organs, fluids and secretions of the human body.

Zinc is present in many foods. The richest source of zinc is oysters. They are followed by meat, fish, seafood, as well as zinc-fortified breakfast cereals. To a lesser extent, it is contained in beans, nuts, whole grains, eggs and dairy products.

Among its functions, zinc contributes:

• to the normal functioning of the immune system.
• to normal acid-base balance.
• to normal carbohydrate metabolism.
• to normal cognitive function.
• to normal DNA synthesis.
• to normal fertility and reproduction.
• to normal macronutrient metabolism.
• to normal fatty acid metabolism.
• to normal vitamin A metabolism.
• to normal protein synthesis.
• to the maintenance of bones in normal conditions.
• to the maintenance of hair in normal conditions.
• to the maintenance of nails in normal conditions.
• to the maintenance of the skin in normal conditions.
• to the maintenance of normal testosterone levels.
• to the maintenance of vision under normal conditions.
• to the protection of cells against oxidative damage.
• to the process of cell division.

Selenium is an essential element. It helps your body make special proteins, called antioxidant enzymes. These are involved in preventing cell damage.

Plant foods, such as vegetables, are the most common food sources.

Among the functions, selenium contributes to:

• to the normal functioning of the immune system.
• to normal spermatogenesis.
• to the maintenance of hair in normal conditions.
• to the maintenance of nails in normal conditions.
• to normal thyroid function.
• to the protection of cells against oxidative damage.