Nagarjuna vs Omega-3 Fish Oil Source

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Nagarjuna

Mesua ferrea

Cardiovascular

Eicosapentaenoic/Docosahexaenoic acid

Cardiovascular

Nagarjuna

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Omega-3 Fish Oil Source

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Description

Large evergreen tree of South and Southeast Asia; stamens (nagakeshar) used in Ayurveda as cardiac tonic and for skin conditions.

Marine-derived essential fatty acids for cardiovascular and brain health.

Active Compounds

mesuol, mammeisin, mammeigenin, coumarins, xanthones

EPA, DHA, Resolvin precursors, Protectin precursors

Traditional Uses

Cardiac tonic in Ayurveda, Skin conditions and eczema, Bleeding disorders, Vomiting and nausea

Heart disease, Inflammation, Brain health, Depression, Eye health

Modern Uses

Cardiotonic, Astringent, Anti-inflammatory, Antifungal

Triglyceride-lowering, Anti-inflammatory, Cardioprotective

Adult Dosage

1–3 g flower stamens as powder or tea; 500 mg extract 2x daily

1000-4000mg EPA+DHA daily

Contraindications

Pregnancy

Anticoagulants, Fish allergy, Surgery

Side Effects

GI upset, Mild cardiac effects

Fishy burps, GI upset, Bleeding risk at high doses

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

Reviewed by: HerbAlly Editorial Team, Medical herbalists and healthcare professionals

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E