Omega Q Plus Ingredient Comparison
Our customers consistently ask about Dr. Sinatra’s Omega Q Plus and wonder if the “Plus” in the name relates to a superior product formulation of omega-3 fatty acids. Here’s our take on the ingredient formulation.
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What Does the “Plus” in Omega Q Plus Mean?
The “Plus” is not related to the omega-3 fatty acids, but it represents the additional ingredients included. Omega Q Plus ingredients include B vitamins (30 mg vitamin B6, 680 mcg DFE folate (400 mcg folic acid) and 500 mcg of vitamin B12 as cyanocobalamin), 400 mcg of chromium, 550 mg EPA/DHA (combined total from 1,250 mg of CalaMarine® squid), 174 mg L-Carnitine Fumarate and 50 mg coenzyme Q10 (in the ubiquinone form). For consumers specifically interested in omega-3, the product comparison below shows that one daily serving of Omega Q Plus contains 200 mg of EPA and 350 mg of DHA, totaling around less than half of the Cooper Complete daily recommendation.
Cooper Complete Advanced Omega-3: EPA & DHA Breakdown
At Cooper Complete, we recommend our Advanced Omega-3 because it contains 720 mg of EPA and 480 mg of DHA per daily serving, which meets the full daily recommendation for individuals seeking an omega-3 supplement.
| Omega Q Plus |
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|---|---|
| CalaMarine® Oil Concentrate (From Squid) | |
| Ingredients | Per Serving |
| Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) | 350 mg |
| Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) | 200 mg |
| Cooper Complete Advanced Omega-3 | |
|---|---|
| Omega-3 Fish Oil (re-esterified triglyceride Form) | |
| Ingredients | Per Serving |
| Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) | 720 mg |
| Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) | 480 mg |
Breaking Down the “Plus” Ingredients: B Vitamins, CoQ10, and L-Carnitine
B Vitamins and Homocysteine Support
B vitamins are known to provide energy and a general pick-me-up†. Similar to Cooper Complete multivitamins, the Omega Q product contains higher levels of B vitamins than the daily recommended intake. The science behind adding higher levels of B vitamins is that they lower blood levels of homocysteine, which has been referred to as the “cholesterol of the 21st century.” Elevated levels of homocysteine are linked to heart disease, stroke, colon cancer and Alzheimer’s disease†.
Advanced Omega-3 Supplement
Advanced Omega 3 Supplement contains 720 mg EPA, 480 mg DHA, and 200 mg other omega-3 fatty acids in each serving of two lemon-flavored softgels. Omega 3 supplementation supports heart health, cognition, immune, and inflammatory health without any fishy aftertaste.†
$22.98 Add to cartVitamin B6 and C-Reactive Protein (CRP)
Additionally, vitamin B6 helps lower C-reactive protein (CRP), a marker of inflammation that may occur due to injury, infection, or fever.† Elevated CRP levels are associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease and diabetes†.
Coenzyme Q10 in Ubiquinone Form
Coenzyme Q10 is also an ingredient in the Omega Q Plus product—in the ubiquinone form, the same form found in Cooper Complete Original multivitamins.
L-Carnitine and TMAO Concerns
L-carnitine, long suggested as a “fat burner,” is included as well. The average healthy person produces sufficient L-carnitine, plus the nutrient is also found in meat and dairy. A study reported in Nature references how L-carnitine can promote atherosclerosis. Researchers hypothesize that a regular diet of meat may encourage the growth of bacteria that can convert L-carnitine into trimethylamine-N-oxide (TMAO). The TMAO compound alters the metabolism of cholesterol and slows the removal of cholesterol, which accumulates on the’ walls of arteries. Due to these concerns, Cooper Complete vitamins and supplements no longer contain L-carnitine.
Omega Q Plus Resveratrol: Does It Offer Real Benefits?
Another product offered by the same company is Omega Q Plus Resveratrol. Resveratrol is a plant compound found in red wine that is thought to act as an antioxidant†. Antioxidants are naturally occurring substances believed to play a role in preventing heart disease by protecting cells in the body from damage caused by free radicals†. The original research on resveratrol was promising; however, Dr. Dipak K. Das, an early researcher of resveratrol, was later found guilty of fabricating and falsifying data on the compound. No high-quality human trials have determined the value of resveratrol on health; whether the ingredient is beneficial to our health remains to be proven.
Supplements have a place in a healthy lifestyle†, and one of Dr. Kenneth H. Cooper’s 8 Steps to Get Cooperized™ includes taking “the right supplements for you.” To evaluate a supplement, look for scientific research that supports the product†.
About the Author: Jill Turner is the President of Cooper Complete® Nutritional Supplements, where she oversees product development and customer experience. She enjoys writing about vitamins, supplements, and preventive health to help consumers make informed, science-backed decisions.