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Professional Catalog
Professional Catalog
Vol. 15.3
Always Have.
Always Will.
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Source with integrity
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Respect the environment
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Support with research
■ Surpass international
standards
■ Advertise and educate
with honesty
For over a decade,
Nordic Naturals has been serving
the medical community with
the highest quality fish oils and
EFA blends. We work diligently
to ensure our products are
absolutely pure, absolutely
fresh, easily absorbed, and great
tasting—all of which means
greater patient compliance
and better results.
Nordic Naturals is recommended
by leading medical professionals
and used by respected research
institutions, including
Harvard, Georgetown, and the
National Institute of Health.
Table
of Contents
Welcome to Nordic Naturals................................................................................................................ 2
Backed by Extensive Research.............................................................................................................. 4
Third-Party Testing............................................................................................................................... 6
Brand Differentiation........................................................................................................................... 8
Trusted Industry Leaders.................................................................................................................... 10
The Fish Oil That Started It All............................................................................................................ 12
Products............................................................................................................................................ 14
Arc tic Cod Liv er Oil
Arctic-D C od Liver Oil Effervescent................................................................................................ 14
Arctic C od Liver Oil liquid & soft gels................................................................................................ 15
Arctic-D C od Liver Oil ................................................................................................................... 15
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Non-Con c entrates
Arctic Omega liquid & soft gels......................................................................................................... 16
Arctic Omega-D ............................................................................................................................ 16
Balanced Omega C ombination ......................................................................................................17
ProEFA liquid & soft gels.....................................................................................................................17
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Con c entrates
ProOmega liquid & soft gels.............................................................................................................. 18
ProOmega Junior........................................................................................................................... 18
ProOmega-D liquid & soft gels.......................................................................................................... 19
ProEPA .......................................................................................................................................... 20
Prenatal DHA ................................................................................................................................. 20
ProDHA ......................................................................................................................................... 21
ProDHA 1000................................................................................................................................ 21
ProEPA Xtra................................................................................................................................... 22
ProEFA Xtra (concentrated 3,6,9 blend).............................................................................................. 22
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Condition -Spec ific B lends
ProDHA Eye ................................................................................................................................... 23
ProOmega C oQ10......................................................................................................................... 23
ProOmega Blood Sugar................................................................................................................. 24
ProOmega LDL.............................................................................................................................. 24
ProOmega Joint Xtra..................................................................................................................... 25
ProOmega Probiotic...................................................................................................................... 25
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Children ’s Produc ts
DHA Infant .................................................................................................................................... 26
DHA Junior liquid & soft gels............................................................................................................. 26
ProEFA Junior................................................................................................................................. 27
ProOmega Junior........................................................................................................................... 27
Nordic Berries ............................................................................................................................... 28
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Adju nc t Therapies
Nordic Berries ............................................................................................................................... 28
V itamin D3..................................................................................................................................... 28
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Pet Produc ts
Pet C od Liver Oil............................................................................................................................. 29
Omega-3 Pet soft gels...................................................................................................................... 29
Omega-3 Pet liquid......................................................................................................................... 29
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Support Material................................................................................................................................ 30
Planet Nordic..................................................................................................................................... 32
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Welcome
to Nordic Naturals
Purer, Fresher Fish Oil. We Can Prove It.
no other brand can say the same
At Nordic Naturals, fish oils aren’t an extension of our line—they are our core competency.
We’ve made fish oil our exclusive focus since our founding in 1995. What this established investment
in omega-3s means to you is purer, fresher, and better-tasting fish oil—all of which means superior
compliance and results.
Many practitioner lines offer omega-3 products, but only at Nordic Naturals can we claim it as our sole
focus. As a result, we are able to offer the largest portfolio of fish oil formulas in the world to meet
customized patient needs.
The Proof is in the Third-Party Test Results
Every batch of Nordic Naturals oils is third-party tested to verify our industry-leading purity and freshness
levels. And we offer transparent access to our certificates of analysis. We have never found a competitor’s
product able to match our results.
Not More Than
American Oil Chemists Society
Freshness
Nordic Naturals was born in Arctic Norway, where founder
Joar Opheim grew up and where fish oil is a part of everyday life.
The smaller the
number, the .
fresher the oil
United States Environmental Protection Agency
”Growing up, I never knew anyone wh o didn’t take fish oil to stay h ealthy.”
When Joar came to C alifornia in the mid-1980s to complete his MBA,
he was unable to find the quality fish oil he relied on to manage his
old gymnastic injuries, and had to consistently bring bottles from
Norway—filling his suitcase on trips back and forth.
Driven by his Norwegian heritage, knowledge of fish oil, and love of
science, Joar was inspired to contribute to advancing fish oil quality
and industry standards, founding Nordic Naturals in 1995. Guided
by his personal mission to bring high-quality fish oil to the world,
Joar has developed several patented fish oil technologies that include
flavoring, taste, delivery, and processing—shaping standards for a
country and industry that had few guidelines in place.
Today, Nordic Naturals is the leading supplier of fish oils worldwide,
offering a wide variety of flavors, concentrations, and delivery forms
to meet personalized nutritional needs.
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Parts Per Trillion
Purity
These are toxins,
and pa thogens
so the smallerthe
the number,
purer the oil.
Parts Per Million
United States Pharmacopeia
Potency
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Backed
by extensive research
Researched Benefits of Omega Oils
Nordic Naturals Chosen for Clinical Studies
Omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA) and omega-6 fatty acids (GLA) each play a crucial role in maintaining
optimal mental and physical health.* While EPA is generally recognized for its cardiovascular applications,
and DHA is known to support brain development and learning, EPA and DHA occur together in nature,
along with the omega-9 oleic acid (OA), and should always be taken in tandem for their synergistic
benefits.* GLA is a good complement to fish oils because together they help reduce the synthesis of
proinflammatory prostaglandins.*
Nordic Naturals’ processing technology and product formulations are driven by the latest developments in
clinical research. Without solicitation, leading research institutions such as UC LA, U niversity of Pittsburgh
Medical C enter, Stanford, and the National Institute of Health have chosen Nordic Naturals for clinical
studies. Fourteen published studies are listed below, while 30 more are currently underway.
Publication
Organization
Study Type
Product
Dose
Duration
Neuropsychopharmacology
2005 Dec;30(1):S87–S88
VA New York Harbor
Healthcare System
Brooklyn, NY
randomized
double blind
placebo-controlled
ProEPA
5 soft gels/day
3 months, + 3 mos.
Neuropsychopharmacology
2005 Dec;30(1):S104
Duke University
Medical Center
Durham, NC
open label
pilot trial
ProOmega
6 soft gels/day
90 days
Autism-Asperger’s Digest
Jan/Feb 2005:36–37
Pediatric Clinic
Tucson, AZ
open label
clinical intervention
pilot trial
ProEFA
1 soft gel/day
90 days
Diabetes
2006;55(6):A382
Texas A & M University
College Station, TX
dose finding
in vitro
ProDHA, ProEPA,
ProOmega
N/A
Adoption Today
Dec/Jan 2006:38–39
HANDLE® Institute
Rays of Hope Orphanage
Mexico
open label
behavioral measures
ProEFA Junior
2–4 soft gels/day
6 months
Surgical Neurology
2006 April;65(4)5:326–331
University of Pittsburgh
Medical Center
Pittsburgh, PA
open label
retrospective
non placebo-controlled
ProOmega
2 soft gels/day
6 weeks
J Cl Psychopharmacol
2006 Dec;26(6):661–665
VA New York Harbor
Healthcare System
Brooklyn, NY
randomized
double blind
placebo-controlled
ProEPA
5 soft gels/day
3 months, + 3 mos.
J of Am Dietetic Assoc
2008 Sept;108;9:A104
San Jose State University
San Jose, CA
randomized
double blind
placebo-controlled
comparative
ProEPA Xtra,
Arctic Omega
2 soft gels/day
4 weeks
Neuroscience
2008 Aug 26;155(3):751–759
UCLA Neurosurgery and
Physiological Sciences
Los Angeles, CA
controlled trial
ProDHA
N/A
1 week
Sports Health
2009 Jan;1;1 21–30
University of Pittsburgh
Medical Center
Pittsburgh, PA
open label
pilot trial
ProOmega
4 soft gels/day
2 months
Vitamin D Continues to Garner Scientific Attention
Brain Research
2009 May 13
UCLA Neurosurgery and
Physiological Sciences
Los Angeles, CA
controlled trial
ProDHA
N/A
12 days
The scientific community increasingly recognizes vitamin D3 deficiency as a worldwide epidemic2. Although
the human body is able to produce vitamin D3, it does so only after sufficient exposure to the UV B rays
in sunlight. Factors that limit exposure to UV B rays—including working indoors, dark skin tone, wearing
sunblock, and living in northern latitudes—can increase risk of deficiency.
Neuroscience
2010 Jun 16;168(1):130–7
UCLA Neurosurgery and
Physiological Sciences
Los Angeles, CA
controlled trial
ProDHA
N/A
14 days
Journal of Renal Nutrition
2010 March 18:1–5
Institute of Health
Queensland University
of Technology, Australia
randomized
double blind
placebo-controlled
ProEPA Xtra
4 soft gels/day
8 weeks
PLoS ONE
2010 Oct 18;5(10): e13487
Indiana University Dept.
of Kinesiology
Bloomington, IN
randomized
double blind
placebo-controlled
Ultimate Omega
10 soft gels/day
6 weeks
Many countries recommend that adults consume at least 1–2 grams of omega-3s daily. Although there is
not yet a “daily value” established in the U nited States, the FDA has ruled that up to 3 grams of EPA+DHA
is safe to be included in the food supply of Americans without fear of adverse events1. The White House
advocates the consumption of omega-3 fatty acids, and the American Heart Association recommends EPA
and DHA from fish to patients with elevated triglycerides and heart disease.*
EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid)
DHA (docosahexaenoic acid)
healthy heart & body*
healthy mood, mind, & memory*
Supports healthy brain function and protects
the aging mind*
Promotes a healthy heart and
circulatory system*
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Promotes healthy triglyceride levels*
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Supports a healthy pregnancy*
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Supports proper immune function*
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Promotes a positive mood and emotional well-being*
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Promotes good mood and
emotional well-being*
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Optimizes focus and learning in children*
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Supports healthy visual and brain development
in fetuses and infants*
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Promotes joint flexibility*
GLA (gamma-linolenic acid)
OA (oleic acid)
healthy skin, hair, & hormones*
healthy blood pressure & cholesterol levels*
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Promotes beneficial prostaglandins
that maintain hormonal balance*
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Naturally occurs in fish oil
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Major constituent of the “Mediterranean diet”
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Supports joint flexibility*
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Supports endothelial function*
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Nourishes hair and skin*
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Supports healthy blood vessel function*
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Promotes optimal body fat metabolism*
Long known for its key role in building strong bones, vitamin D3 is linked to a variety of other functions in
optimizing health, including the regulation of the immune and neuromuscular systems, and the modulation
of mood and circadian rhythms.*
1. Effects of omega-3 Fatty Acids on C ardiovascular Disease; AHRQ Evidence reports and summaries. AHRQ Evidence Reports 61–119.
2. Holick MF. The vitamin D epidemic and its health consequences. Nutr 2005;135(11):2739S–48S.
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For more information, contact the professional sales division at 800.662.2544 x1.
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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THird-Party
Testing
Exceptional Quality Standards
Nordic Naturals achieves exceptional quality fish oils by surpassing the stringent quality standards set
forth by the C ouncil for Responsible Nutrition (C RN), Norwegian Medicinal Standards (NMS), European
Pharmacopoeia Standards (EPS), and World Health Organization (WHO). In addition, we are certified
as GMP-compliant (Good Manufacturing Practices) by NSF International for facility standards to ensure
products are safe, pure, and effective.
Compliance = Results
and
Totox
Product
Reference #
Peroxide
Anisidine
TOTOX
Arctic C od Liver Oil
60513709
0.6 mEq/kg
5.1 mEq/kg
6.3 mEq/kg
Arctic Omega
090909
0.9 mEq/kg
10.2 mEq/kg
12.0 mEq/kg
Balanced Omega C ombination 251733A
0.5 mEq/kg
11.8 m Eq/kg
12.8 mEq/kg
DHA Junior
52416909
0.6 mEq/kg
5.1 mEq/kg
6.3 mEq/kg
ProDHA
251732A
0.5 mEq/kg
10.0 mEq/kg
11.0 m Eq/kg
ProEFA
54214909
0.6 mEq/kg
10.1 mEq/kg
11.3 m Eq/kg
ProEPA
250000A
0.5 mEq/kg
5.0 mEq/kg
6.0 mEq/kg
ProOmega
251730A
0.4 mEq/kg
4.0 mEq/kg
4.8 mEq/kg
Peroxide: CRN Limit: 5.0 mEq/kg • NMS and EPS Limit: 10.0 mEq/kg
Anisidine: CRN, NMS, and EPS Limit: 20 mEq/kg
TOTOX: CRN, NMS, and EPS Limit: 26 mEq/kg
Purity Analysis—Heavy Metals
Today there are many fish oils available to you and your patients. The real issue is how to get your
patients to take fish oil daily in order to receive the clinical benefits. Your patients may fear the
negative side effects of other fish oil brands, and this makes it impossible for your patients to comply with
your professional advice. Nordic Naturals guarantees superior patient compliance by offering products that
are renowned for their exceptional freshness and purity, without fishy repeat.
Exceptional Freshness Levels
ensuring great taste and preventing fishy burps
Freshness, which ensures product integrity and biological efficacy, may be
the single most important quality of fish oils. The main indicator of freshness
is peroxide value (PV ). A second important marker of freshness is anisidine value
(AV ). As peroxides are further oxidized they form other compounds that are
quantified as the anisidine value. Anisidine value is a measure of past oxidation,
where peroxide is a measure of current oxidation. The lower these values, the fresher the fish oil.
The measurement of the total oxidation of the oil is referred to as “totox.” The formula to calculate
TOTOX value is PV x 2 + AV.
Freshness is crucial for several reasons. It eliminates patients’ key complaints, which are fishy taste and fishy
repeat. On the physiological level, fresh fish oil prevents in vivo free radical formation, which can oxidize
LDL cholesterol and has been shown to have a negative effect on the human body.*
Exceptional Purity Levels
Nordic Naturals’ exacting quality control procedures begin in the ocean with our careful
choice of fish species that are naturally low in toxins and high in omega-3 fats. Sourced from some of
the cleanest waters in the world, our raw material is tested by independent laboratories for heavy metals
and over 210 other environmental contaminants. Analysis is based on the toxicity equivalent testing
methodology established by the WHO.
Product
Reference #
Mercury
Lead
Cadmium
Arsenic
Arctic C od Liver Oil
60513709
<0.01 ppm
<0.01 ppm
<0.01 ppm
<0.1 ppm
Arctic Omega
090909
<0.01 ppm
<0.01 ppm
<0.01 ppm
<0.1 ppm
Balanced Omega C ombination 251733A
<0.01 ppm
<0.01 ppm
<0.01 ppm
<0.1 ppm
DHA Junior
52416909
<0.01 ppm
<0.01 ppm
<0.01 ppm
<0.1 ppm
ProDHA
251732A
<0.01 ppm
<0.01 ppm
<0.01 ppm
<0.1 ppm
ProEFA
54214909
<0.01 ppm
<0.01 ppm
<0.01 ppm
<0.1 ppm
ProEPA
250000A
<0.01 ppm
<0.01 ppm
<0.01 ppm
<0.1 ppm
ProOmega
251730A
<0.01 ppm
<0.01 ppm
<0.01 ppm
<0.1 ppm
CRN, NMS, and EPS Limit: 0.1 ppm
Purity Analysis—DIOXINS & PCBs
Product
Reference #
Arctic C od Liver Oil
Arctic Omega
Dioxin-Like PCBs
Dioxins & Furans
(Non- & Mono-Ortho)
60513709
<2.0 ppt
<1.0 ppt
090909
<2.0 ppt
<1.0 ppt
Balanced Omega C ombination 251733A
<2.0 ppt
<1.0 ppt
DHA Junior
52416909
<2.0 ppt
<1.0 ppt
ProDHA
251732A
<2.0 ppt
<1.0 ppt
ProEFA
54214909
<2.0 ppt
<1.0 ppt
ProEPA
250000A
<2.0 ppt
<1.0 ppt
ProOmega
251730A
<2.0 ppt
<1.0 ppt
Third-party test Results
Nordic Naturals oils are third-party tested by NutraSource Diagnostics Laboratory in C anada to verify
oil quality (purity and freshness levels). Our oils are distilled for purity, without use of chemicals such
as hexane, to effectively remove heavy metals, PC Bs, dioxins, and furans while preserving the natural
constituents of the oil to the highest degree. To ensure oil freshness and integrity, Nordic Naturals
processes our oils in an oxygen-free manufacturing environment. Freshness directly correlates to the
taste, utilization by the body, and results of the oil. This may be the key reason why so many patients,
who previously did not benefit from fish oil supplementation, report extraordinary results when using the
Nordic Naturals brand.
Freshness Analysis—Peroxide, Anisidine,
Dioxins & Furans: CRN, NMS, and EPS Limit: 2.0 ppt
Dioxin-Like PCBs: CRN and NMS Limit: 3.0 ppt • EPS Limit: N.A.
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* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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Brand
Differentiation
Triglyceride vs. Ethyl Ester Form
Fish Oil vs. Flaxseed Oil
The vast majority of all fish oil concentrates on the market are in the ethyl ester (EE)
form, a “new to nature” fat with only 20 years of history in the human diet.
Omega-3 fatty acids fall into two major categories: plant-derived (flaxseed) and marine-derived (fish).
This is often confusing for physicians and patients, and many think the two are interchangeable.
Flaxseed oil contains alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) which can be partially converted to EPA and DHA,
but that conversion is somewhat slow and can be inhibited by lifestyle and health factors.
rTG form found to be 70% better absorbed in recent study
100% of Nordic Naturals concentrates are in the re-esterified triglyceride
(rTG) form.
because bioavailability matters
Research shows that less than 15% of ALA converts to EPA, and less than 5% converts to DHA, under
optimal conditions. While flaxseed and flaxseed oil may contain many health-promoting benefits, they
do not provide your patients with the necessary amounts of EPA and DHA.
In a recent blinded, placebo-controlled study involving 72 people between the
ages of 21 and 56, the rTG form was 70% better absorbed in subjects versus the
ethyl ester form3.
In fish, EPA and DHA naturally occur in the triglyceride form. A triglyceride consists
of a glycerol “backbone” linked to three fatty acids. To make a quality fish oil
concentrate, the individual fatty acids must first be removed from the glycerol
backbone using natural enzymes. To stabilize these delicate fatty acids, they are bound to an ethyl alcohol
molecule before they undergo molecular distillation to both purify and increase the amounts of EPA and
DHA. The manufacturer must then choose to either 1) re-attach the fatty acids to the glycerol backbone in
a process known as “re-esterification” to create a natural triglyceride structure or 2) leave the fish oil as an
ethyl ester, which is the less costly option.
While there is not yet a scientific consensus on the TG vs. EE issue, it has been established that distinct
differences exist in how the body utilizes these different forms. As science continues to confirm that the
triglyceride form is vital for the body’s utilization of ingested omega-3s, Nordic Naturals continues to
research, educate, and lead by example.
How much EPA+DHA are you getting?
=
2 ProOmega
1000 mg soft gels
=
½ can
of sardines
=
44 flaxseed
1000 mg soft gels
10 ounce bag
of flaxseed
Flaxseed soft gels based on 1000 mg, containing 500 mg ALA at 5% conversion to DHA and
15% conversion to EPA (under optimal conditions)
Multi-Patented Manufacturing Process
without chemicals or excessive heat
Nordic Naturals’ multi-patented manufacturing processes, accompanied
by leading-edge processing technologies, deliver fish oil with exceptional
freshness and purity levels. Nordic Naturals uses several steps in processing
the oils, from water and clay filters to molecular distillation.
Fish Oil vs. Krill Oil
Drums
because science & sustainability matter
Bottles
Recently, some companies have started selling krill oil supplements as a source of omega-3. Krill are
shrimp-like crustaceans that are a crucial link of the marine food chain, and concerns about the ecological
impact of increased fishing of krill has resulted in krill fishing being banned on the West C oast of the
U S and strictly limited in Norway and Antarctica. In contrast, fish oil supplements are predominantly
produced from sardines and anchovies—species that are currently in abundant supply, fished well below
mandated limits, and are considered ideal for sustainability, given their short reproductive cycles.
Soft Gels
Fish oil is not only a more sustainable source for omega-3 supplements, it also provides a higher
concentration of omega-3, is more stable, and is backed by more science than krill oil. To date, there are
only 3 published human studies conducted with krill oil, whereas fish oil—when manufactured according
to international quality standards—has a proven record of efficacy, purity, safety, and sustainability that is
backed by several thousand published studies.
Nordic Naturals aims to minimize heat and preserve the natural constituents of the oil to the highest
degree possible. We use only natural enzymes to form triglycerides for all our high concentrate products,
with no chemicals such as hexane or excessive heat. All of our products are manufactured in triglyceride
form in order to best preserve the oil and enhance absorption and utilization.
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3. Dyerberg J, Madsen P, Møller JM, Aardestrup I, Schmidt EB, et al. Bioavailability of marine n-3 fatty acid formulations.
Prostaglandins Leukot Essent Fatty Acids. 2010 Sep;83(3):137–141.
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Trusted
industry leaders
NSF Certifications
Unrivaled Customer Service and Sales Support
Nordic Naturals has always been on the cutting edge of product quality, efficacy, and
purity. The NSF GMP C ertification, and the NSF C ertified for Sport certification, reflect
this ongoing commitment to deliver reliable supplements that people can trust.
NSF Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Certification
GMPs (good manufacturing practices) are regulatory requirements that provide
guidelines for necessary procedures and documentation to assure the product produced
has the identity, strength, composition, quality, and purity it is represented to possess.
Nordic Naturals has earned GMP certification from NSF International.
L EARN MO RE
NSF Certified for Sport Program
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Our team of extensively-trained and experienced sales professionals strives to be available to you at all
times and to answer every phone call efficiently—every time. Our team is well informed on our product,
omega-3 biochemistry, and a wide range of medical disciplines and subdisciplines.
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Nordic Naturals employs a board of Expert Advisors—including a full-time research advisor and a
full-time Naturopathic Physician—to ensure that our knowledge and customer support is grounded
in the latest science.
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Our customer support materials include educational and technical information on the specific clinical
benefits of EPA, DHA, and GLA. We also offer a variety of “point-of-purchase” marketing tools for your
use and benefit—see pages 30–31.
nsf.org
The NSF C ertified for Sport Program, also known as the Athletic Banned Substances C ertification Program,
ensures that athletes have access to nutritional products that are free from banned substances or their
metabolites. Nordic Naturals U ltimate Omega™ is the first omega-3 fish oil worldwide to be included in this
rigorous testing and certification program.
About NSF
L EARN MO RE
nnprosports.com
NSF International, founded in 1944 as the National Sanitation Foundation, is known as The Public
Health and Safety C ompany™. An independent, not-for-profit, non-governmental organization, NSF has
established a reputation as a leader in the development of standards, product testing, and certification
services in the areas of public health, safety, and protection of the environment.
Industry Recognition
Since its inception, Nordic Naturals has continually been
recognized for industry-leading excellence.
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nordicnaturals.com
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Most Valuable Products
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Thethatfish
oil
started it all
Authentic Cod Liver Oil from Norway
Nordic Naturals offers the only 100% Arctic cod liver oil on the market. No fish body oils or synthetic
vitamins or additives are ever used. No other brand can honestly make the same claim.
Highest freshness value and best taste of any CLO
Nordic Naturals consistently tests its own and competitor products to assess freshness and purity. Based
on laboratory results, Nordic Naturals registers the best overall freshness value of all C LO products tested.
The freshness of the oil is complimented by our all-natural fruit flavors. Each of our five delicious flavors
were chosen only after rigorous taste tests, resulting in a smooth, balanced finished product.
Natural vitamins A and D from Arctic cod
Arctic cod has the highest level of natural vitamins A and D of any fish species. These vitamins fluctuate
in level throughout the year, depending on environmental conditions such as temperature. Each batch
of Nordic Naturals’ cod liver oil is tested to ensure our label claims are accurate with regard to these
fluctuating vitamins.
Highest DHA content of any CLO
Arctic cod (Skrei) has the highest DHA content of any cod species. Nordic Naturals C LO delivers, on
average, over 125 mg more DHA per serving than other C LO products on the market.
Nordic Naturals Gold Standard™ for CLO
raising the bar with vertical integration
The industry-leading quality of our Arctic C od Liver Oil is made possible by our vertical integration.
What this means is that we have complete quality control over every step of production, from
catch to bottle—enabling us to deliver a finished product that surpasses the strictest international
standards for purity and freshness while also maintaining a competitive price. How we do it:
Exclusive relationships with independent fishermen
A great finished product starts with the best raw material: 100% pure Arctic cod sourced from the
Norwegian Sea. We have built direct, exclusive relationships with smaller boats and independent
fishermen, rather than larger trawling vessels that spend much longer at sea. These relationships allow
us to maintain optimal raw material quality as well as sustainable fishing practices.
Minimized transportation time
Since our processing facility is located right next to the harbor in Arctic Norway, transportation time is
kept to an absolute minimum. Just a few short hours after being caught, the Arctic cod are immediately
processed. Thanks to the short amount of time from catch to processing, as well as the processing
method itself, we have been able to improve the freshness of our fish oil even more.
Oxygen-free manufacturing and bottling
We use nitrogen to avoid exposure to oxygen at every stage of manufacturing—beginning immediately
after catch. The importance of this cannot be overstated: only by using nitrogen can fish oil be
protected from the oxidative rancidity that leads to fishy smell and taste as well as to free radical
formation in the body.
Vertically integrated from catch to bottle, Nordic Naturals delivers the freshest cod liver oil in the world.
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Arc tic Cod Liv er Oil
New!
Arc tic Cod Liv er Oil
Products
Arctic Cod Liver Oil
™
A whole new way to take your
omega-3s: Just add water!
8 oz. glass bottle—lemon, orange, peach,
strawberry, & unflavored
16 oz. glass bottle—orange
On average, Nordic Naturals
Arctic C od Liver Oil delivers over
125 mg more DHA per serving
than other C LO products.
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Supports cardiovascular and
neurological health and function*
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Supports a healthy immune
and inflammatory response*
Arctic Cod Liver Oil soft gels
™
1000 mg soft gel / 90 & 180 count—lemon
Features the same 100% pure Arctic
C od Liver Oil in easy-to-swallow soft gels.
Arctic-D Cod Liver Oil Effervescent
n
Delicious lemon flavor
n
Naturally-occurring vitamins A and D
™
9.7 gram packet / 21 count—creamy orange
Arctic-D C od Liver Oil Effervescent is a water-soluble drink mix
for children and adults that is clean on the palate with no oily
feel, and has a creamy orange taste. This revolutionary delivery
system gives you all the amazing health benefits of omega-3s
and vitamin D3 —like heart, brain, joint, and bone support—
without any hint of fish.*
✷ 500 mg EPA+DHA per packet
✷ Provides 1200 I.U . vitamin D3
Arctic-D Cod Liver Oil with vitamin D
™
8 oz. glass bottle—lemon & orange
16 oz. glass bottle—lemon
Our same Gold Standard Arctic C od Liver
Oil, with added natural vitamin D3.
n
Supports healthy bones, mood,
and immunity*
n
Provides 1000 I.U . vitamin D3
✷ Stevia-sweetened creamy orange flavor
✷ No fishy smell, taste, or burps
✷ No soft gel to swallow
✷ No gelatin
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* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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non-c onc entrates—omega-3 and omega-3, 6, & 9 blends
Balanced Omega Combination
8 oz. glass bottle—lemon
500 mg soft gel / 180 count—lemon
A non-concentrated fish oil formula, Arctic
Omega is a great way to maintain healthy
levels of EPA and DHA.
A GLA formula made from evening primrose oil,
enhanced with just a touch of EPA+DHA,
to support production of the beneficial
prostaglandin PGE1.
™
n
n
non-c onc entrates—omega-3 and omega-3, 6, & 9 blends
Arctic Omega liquid
™
Supports cardiovascular, neurological,
and immunological health and function*
n
Supports hormonal balance and
healthy skin*
n
An ideal companion to any
Nordic Naturals fish oil product
Delicious lemon flavor
Arctic Omega soft gels
™
1000 mg soft gel
90 count—unflavored
90 & 180 count—lemon
90 count—lemon in fish gelatin
ProEFA liquid
®
8 oz. glass bottle—lemon
ProEFA blends non-concentrated EPA and
DHA from fish oil with GLA from borage oil.
The same Arctic Omega
fish oil formula in convenient,
easy-to-swallow soft gels.
n
One serving provides
500 mg EPA+DHA
n
Available in fish gelatin soft gels, ideal for pesco-vegetarians
fish gelatin
soft gels
n
A healthy balance of omegas-3, 6, and 9
n
Formulated to promote the production
of PGE1 and PGE3 while limiting PGE2*
Arctic Omega-D
ProEFA soft gels
1000 mg soft gel / 90 count—lemon
1000 mg soft gel / 90 & 180 count—lemon
The same Arctic Omega fish oil formula,
with added natural vitamin D3.
The same ProEFA fish oil/borage oil formula
in convenient, easy-to-swallow soft gels.
™
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®
n
Supports healthy bones, mood,
and immunity*
n
Supports cardiovascular, neurological,
and immunological health*
n
Provides 1000 I.U . vitamin D3
n
Supports hormonal balance and
healthy skin*
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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Con c entrates—omega-3 and omega-3, 6, & 9 blends
ProOmega-D liquid
4 oz. glass bottle—lemon
8 oz. glass bottle—lemon
Our most popular concentrate, ProOmega
offers high-intensity support for body
and mind.*
The same great double-strength EPA+DHA formula,
with added natural vitamin D3.
®
®
n
n
Con c entrates—omega-3 and omega-3, 6, & 9 blends
ProOmega liquid
Supports cardiovascular and
neurological health and function*
n
Supports cardiovascular, neurological, and
immunological health and function*
n
Provides 1000 I.U . vitamin D3
C oncentrated omega-3s for therapeutic
applications
ProOmega soft gels
®
1000 mg soft gel
60, 120, & 180 count—lemon
60 count—lemon in fish gelatin
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ProOmega-D soft gels
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The same great concentrated formula
in convenient, easy-to-swallow soft gels.*
n
Double-strength EPA+DHA for increased
omega-3 benefits in fewer servings
n
Available in fish gelatin soft gels, ideal
for pesco-vegetarians
1000 mg soft gel / 60, 120, & 180 count—lemon
High-intensity ProOmega-D formula in
convenient soft gel form.*
fish gelatin
soft gels
n
Supports healthy bones, mood,
and immunity*
n
Provides 1000 I.U . vitamin D3
ProOmega Junior
®
500 mg soft gel / 90 count—strawberry
Ideal for all ages, this formula offers the
same high concentration of omega-3s in
an easier-to-swallow or chewable soft gel.
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n
The same double-strength EPA+DHA
formula in a smaller 500 mg soft gel
n
Delicious strawberry flavor
Did you know?
Experts agree adults need a minimum of
500 mg EPA+DHA daily.
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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Con c entrates—omega-3 and omega-3, 6, & 9 blends
ProDHA
1000 mg soft gel / 60 & 120 count—lemon
500 mg soft gel
90 & 120 count—strawberry
90 count—unflavored w/ 400 I.U. of vitamin D3
™
This concentrated fish oil formula delivers
850 mg EPA per serving for high-intensity
omega-3 support.
n
Supports the body’s natural
anti-inflammatory response*
n
Supports cardiovascular and
immunological health*
Con c entrates—omega-3 and omega-3, 6, & 9 blends
unflavored
w/ vitamin D3
ProEPA
™
This concentrated fish oil formula delivers
450 mg of DHA per serving in easy-toswallow soft gels that are half the size of a
standard soft gel.
n
Supports neurological health
and function*
n
Ideal for children, teenagers, and
pregnant and nursing women*
strawberry
flavored
Prenatal DHA
500 mg soft gel / 90 count—unflavored
ProDHA 1000
This concentrated fish oil formula delivers 450 mg
of DHA and 400 I.U . of vitamin D3 per serving in
easy-to-swallow unflavored soft gels—perfect for
sensitive palates.
n
Supports healthy neurological and
immunological development*
n
Provides mood support for mothers*
™
1000 mg soft gel / 60 count—strawberry
This concentrated fish oil formula delivers
900 mg of DHA per serving in a delicious
1000 mg strawberry soft gel.
n
Supports mood, memory, and
neurological function*
nC oncentrated
L E A R N M OR E
americanpregnancy.org
New!
DHA for therapeutic applications*
Did you know?
Research shows that mothers who supplement
their diet with DHA are more likely to give birth to
full-term babies with healthier birth weights4.
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* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
4. Allen KG, et al. Exp Biol Med 2001;226(6):498–506. Olafsdottir AS, et al. BJOG 2005 A pr;111:424–429.
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Con c entrates—omega-3 and omega-3, 6, & 9 blends
ProDHA Eye
1000 mg soft gel / 60 & 120 count—lemon
1000 mg soft gel / 60 count—unflavored
Our most concentrated fish oil formula,
ProEPA Xtra delivers 1060 mg EPA
per serving.
This formula supports tissue moisture, tear production,
and long-term eye health maintenance.*
™
n
The highest non-prescription fish oil
concentrate available in triglyceride form
n
Supports cardiovascular and
immunological health*
®
n
C oncentrated fish oil + lutein and zeaxanthin
n
Supports tissue moisture and optimal ocular health*
ProEFA Xtra
ProOmega CoQ10
1000 mg soft gel / 60 count—unflavored
1000 mg soft gel / 60 & 120 count—unflavored
ProEFA Xtra blends concentrated EPA fish oil
and concentrated GLA borage oil to provide
high-intensity support for cardiovascular,
neurological, and immunological health, as well
as hormonal balance and healthy skin.*
This synergistic formula helps supply the heart with the
ATP it needs, and protects heart tissue from oxidative
stress and damage.*
®
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n
A concentrated blend of omegas-3, 6, and 9
n
Formulated to promote the production of
PGE1 and PGE3 while limiting PGE2*
Condition -Spec ific B lends
ProEPA Xtra
®
n
C oncentrated fish oil + C oQ10
n
Supports cardiovascular health and function*
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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Condition -Spec ific B lends
ProOmega Joint Xtra
1000 mg soft gel / 60 count—unflavored
1000 mg soft gel / 90 count—unflavored
This synergistic formula combines three nutrients that
play important roles in maintaining insulin action and
glucose balance in one targeted formula.*
This synergistic formula promotes joint comfort, mobility, and
flexibility for adults of all ages. ProOmega Joint Xtra contains
Type II collagen, which is the primary form of collagen found in
cartilage, and promotes the rebuilding of joint cartilage.*
®
n
C oncentrated fish oil + alpha-lipoic acid and chromium
n
Maintains glucose homeostasis and insulin function in
healthy individuals*
®
n
C oncentrated fish oil + glucosamine sulfate and
undenatured type II collagen
n
May strengthen joints and bones with long-term use*
n
Type II collagen used is undenatured (or unhydrolyzed)
to ensure its biological activity and thus efficacy
New!
ProOmega LDL
ProOmega Probiotic
1000 mg soft gel / 90 & 180 count—unflavored
1000 mg soft gel / 60 count—unflavored
This synergistic formula supports healthy blood vessel
function and enhances overall cardiovascular function.*
ProOmega Probiotic is a synergistic blend of fish oil and
spore-form probiotic cultures for optimal digestive and
gastrointestinal health.*
®
n
C oncentrated fish oil + red yeast rice and C oQ10
n
Supports healthy cholesterol and triglyceride levels
in healthy individuals*
®
Condition -Spec ific B lends
New!
ProOmega Blood Sugar
n
C oncentrated fish oil + active probiotic cultures
n
Provides over 2 billion stable and viable probiotic
spores per serving
n
Promotes a healthy balance of intestinal flora*
Did you know?
Recent research shows that the combination of fish oil and glucosamine
sulfate may produce better results than glucosamine alone5.
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* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
5. Gruenwald J, et al. Adv Ther 2009 Sep;26(9):858–71.
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Children ’s Produc ts and Adju nc t Therapies
™
New!
ProEFA Junior
®
2 oz. glass bottle with measured dropper—unflavored
500 mg chewable soft gel / 90 count—lemon
With a measured dropper, this non-concentrated
formula can be easily added to formula or food to
ensure that babies 5–35 lbs. get the DHA they need.*
This non-concentrated omega-3, 6, and 9 blend
supports children’s brain and eye function—and kids
love the lemon flavor!*
n
n
Suggested use for infants:
Supports healthy
neurological and
immunological
development*
Children ’s Produc ts and Adju nc t Therapies
DHA Infant
n
Supports brain and visual function for ages 5+*
n
A healthy balance of EPA, DHA, and GLA
mL
Made from our 100%
Arctic C od Liver Oil
mL
mL
mL
DHA Junior liquid
®
4 oz. glass bottle—strawberry
This delicious strawberry-flavored liquid is
100% pure Arctic C od Liver Oil.
ProOmega Junior
®
500 mg soft gel / 90 count—strawberry
This concentrated formula offers high-intensity
support in an easier-to-swallow soft gel. Its
great strawberry taste even makes it chewable!
n
Supports brain and visual function for
children ages 3+ *
n
Our popular double-strength EPA+DHA
formula in a smaller 500 mg soft gel
n
Easy to mix with yogurt or into smoothies
n
Supports brain and visual function*
DHA Junior soft gels
®
250 mg chewable soft gel / 180 & 360 count—strawberry
The same DHA Junior formula in delicious strawberryflavored chewable soft gels.*
nC ontains
healthy levels of 100% natural vitamins A
and D to support the immune system*
n
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Made from our 100% Arctic C od Liver Oil
We are proud to partner with V itamin Angels’ Thrive to Five
program in 2010 by providing nearly 3,000 children in the
Dominican Republic with DHA Junior ® —see page 33.
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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Children ’s Produc ts and Adju nc t Therapies
3 gram gummy / 120 count—sweet & sour citrus
Nordic Berries multivitamin captures the taste of sweetand-sour Scandinavian cloudberries to provide 100% of
the daily value of the most essential nutrients, with no
artificial colorings, flavorings, or preservatives.
This product does not contain fish oil.
nC hewable,
Nordic Pet Collection
™
™
Omega-3 essential fatty acids (EPA+DHA) support:
800.662.2544 x103 or
[email protected]
C ellular and immune system health
Skin and coat health
n Joint health
n Heart health
n Brain & eye development and maintenance
n
n
pectin-based multivitamin for ages 2+
nordicpets.com
n
An ideal companion to any of our fish oil products
LEAR N M OR E
n
Manufactured in a facility certified to be free of
allergens derived from milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree
nuts, wheat, peanuts, or soy.
Pet Cod Liver Oil
Wild Arctic cod liver oil with naturally occurring vitamin A**.
8 & 16 oz. glass bottles—unflavored
Coming soon: n 2 fluid ounces with measured dropper
for cats and small breed dogs
Vitamin D3
(Please refer to product label for
current guaranteed analysis.)
**The amount of vitamin A in our Pet Cod Liver Oil varies with each batch of oil. This is due to
the seasonal variations in the food supply for wild Arctic cod (Skrei). We print new labels for
each batch of Pet Cod Liver Oil to reflect the current amounts of vitamin A in the product.
250 mg soft gel / 120 count—orange
V itamin D3 delivers 1000 I.U . natural vitamin D3 in
a carrier oil of organic, extra virgin olive oil, which is
rich in the omega-9 oleic acid.
This product does not contain fish oil.
Omega-3 Pet soft gels
™
Wild anchovy and sardine oil for optimal pet health and wellness.
n
Enhances calcium and phosphorus absorption
for strong bones*
1000 mg soft gel / 90 & 180 counts—unflavored
n
Helps regulate immunity, mood, and
circadian rhythms*
Omega-3 Pet liquid
™
New!
(Please refer to product label for
current guaranteed analysis.)
Wild anchovy and sardine oil for optimal pet health and wellness.
c a t s a n d s m a l l b r eed d o g s
2 oz. glass bottle with measured dropper—unflavored
med iu m t o l a r g e br eed d o g s
8 oz. glass bottle—unflavored
l a r g e t o v er y l a r g e br eed d o g s & m u l t i-d o g h o u s eh o l d s
16 oz. glass bottle—unflavored
Did you know?
V itamin D3 (cholecalciferol) is the natural form
of vitamin D produced by the body, and is
better absorbed and utilized than other forms.
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* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Important Note
Our products are specially formulated to maximize the health
benefits for dogs and cats. In order to ensure safety, our pet formulas
do not include rosemary oil or flavorings, as found in many omega-3
supplements. Please use only pet products for dogs and cats.
(Please refer to product label for
current guaranteed analysis.)
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Pet Produc ts
Nordic Berries
Veterinarians, please contact Bonnie Johnson at:
Support
material
Sample boxes
C lassic version—Contains approximately 60 sample packets
Optometry version—Contains approximately 40 sample packets
Clinic al Researc h
abstrac ts booklet
A summary of clinical research
trials using Nordic Naturals
Fish Oils (for educational use by
practitioners only—not intended
for patients)
Fish Oil for you r health Series
In-offic e posters
“How do fish oils work to benefit my condition?”
Your patients’ questions are answered in detail,
providing referenced information about the use of
omega-3 fish oils for their specific conditions.
Dry Eyes poster—12" x 18"
Immune Response poster—24" x 36"
Educ ational BROC HU RES
Mu lti-media
History of the Arctic C od­—12-minute DVD
C linical U se of Fatty Acids From Fish—40-minute
audio CD with Dr. Joseph C. Maroon, M.D.
Merc u ry Cards
Wallet-sized informational card
detailing mercury levels in fish
These educational pamphlets provide
detailed information and resources for your
patients’ needs, in addition to information
on Nordic Naturals, the company.
Produc t Literatu re
These informational product brochures and
catalogs provide your patients with critical
information about the products
you are dispensing.
48-Bottle display
4-Bottle Cou nter-top displays
C lassic & Optometry versions—Fits all sizes excluding
jumbo sizes (180 count & 16 ounce)
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Approximately 5 feet tall—Ships with two sample boxes
which can be left in display for placement of 36 bottles—or
can be removed and displayed separately to accomodate 48
bottles. (sample boxes fit approximately 40 sample packets
each, and display holds up to 25 brochures)
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SUSTAINABLE FISH OIL:
CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY:
Since our founding, Nordic Naturals has always been deeply committed to the health of the oceans. Nordic
Naturals’ firm policy has always been to harvest our fish only from abundant waters and to utilize fish species that
are flourishing. 100% of our fish—both the Arctic cod (Skrei) harvested in Arctic Norway, as well as the sardines
and anchovies harvested from the South Pacific Ocean—is sourced in compliance with the Norwegian fisheries
management system, which has been a model of sustainability for nearly 50 years.
C orporate Social Responsibility (C SR) is a movement that encourages companies to embrace responsibility
for the impact their activities have on customers, employees, communities and the environment. At
Nordic Naturals C SR is guided by our mission and our core values to encourage community growth and
development and voluntarily eliminate harmful practices—beginning with the sustainable sourcing of our
raw materials and continuing through manufacturing, employment practices, philanthropic interactions,
and donation programs. To us, C SR means taking steps to proactively improve the quality of life for our
employees, their families, our customers, as well as for the environment and society at large.
The Norwegian fisheries management system is the most comprehensive and stringent in existence today. Fishing
practices, equipment, and catch are rigorously inspected, and all infractions are heavily fined. Quotas for each
fishing vessel are issued twice each year, based upon research of The Norwegian Ocean Research Institute, and are
continuously monitored by third-party international research. Norwegian-born Joar Opheim, Nordic Naturals C EO,
has long-term relationships with Nordic Naturals’ fishermen, and makes regular trips to the manufacturing facility
in Norway to oversee sourcing and maintain the environmental responsibility of our fish oil, from the ocean to the
finished product.
TAKING THE LEED®:
We’ve broken ground on our new green U .S. headquarters! In accordance with LEED*—the national standard for
sustainability—our new facility is designed for a Gold rating. (*Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design)
Our commitment to reducing our environmental footprint also extends to our everyday office practices. These
conservation practices have earned us a Monterey Bay Area Green Business certification. We strive to minimize
waste and pollution every day by using 100% biodegradable packaging materials, eco-friendly cleaning products,
and printing all literature on post-consumer recycled paper, using soy-based inks.
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that promote optimal health and wellness. Through science, education, and
community outreach, we initiate standards of excellence and integrity that apply not
only to our product line but to all of our business practices worldwide. As an industry
leader and innovator, Nordic Naturals strives to lead individuals to a better quality of
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