Omega-3 Fish Oil Source vs Korean Red Ginseng Extract

Side-by-side comparison of medicinal herbs

Herb

Omega-3 Fish Oil Source

Eicosapentaenoic/Docosahexaenoic acid

Cardiovascular

Panax ginseng (steamed)

Mens Health

Omega-3 Fish Oil Source

✅ Generally safe in pregnancy

✅ Generally safe while nursing

Korean Red Ginseng Extract

❌ Not recommended in pregnancy

❌ Not recommended while nursing

Description

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

Steam-processed ginseng with enhanced ginsenoside profile for male vitality.

Active Compounds

EPA, DHA, Resolvin precursors, Protectin precursors

Ginsenoside Rg3, Ginsenoside Rh2, Compound K, Ginsenoside Rg5

Traditional Uses

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

Erectile dysfunction, Fatigue, Immune support, Cognitive enhancement

Modern Uses

Triglyceride-lowering, Anti-inflammatory, Cardioprotective

ED treatment research, Anti-fatigue, Immune modulation, Neuroprotection

Adult Dosage

1000-4000mg EPA+DHA daily

1-3g daily or 200-400mg extract

Contraindications

Anticoagulants, Fish allergy, Surgery

Insomnia, Hypertension, Bleeding disorders, Autoimmune diseases

Side Effects

Fishy burps, GI upset, Bleeding risk at high doses

Insomnia, Headache, Digestive upset, Elevated blood pressure

Drug Interactions

0 known interactions

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

Sources: WHO Monographs · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E