{"product_id":"antarctic-krill-oil","title":"Antarctic Krill Oil | 500mg with Phospholipids, EPA\/DHA \u0026 Astaxanthin | Daily Defense®","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAntarctic Krill Oil — 500 mg with Phospholipid-Bound Omega-3s, EPA\/DHA \u0026amp; Natural Astaxanthin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKrill oil is derived from Antarctic krill (\u003cem\u003eEuphausia superba\u003c\/em\u003e), tiny crustaceans found in the cold waters of the Southern Ocean. Unlike standard fish oil, which delivers omega-3 fatty acids primarily as triglycerides, krill oil delivers EPA and DHA \u003cstrong\u003ebound to phospholipids\u003c\/strong\u003e — the same structural form in which omega-3s are found in human cell membranes.* Krill oil also naturally contains \u003cstrong\u003eastaxanthin\u003c\/strong\u003e, a potent carotenoid antioxidant that gives krill its distinctive red color and helps protect the oil from oxidation.* Daily Defense® Antarctic Krill Oil delivers \u003cstrong\u003e500 mg of krill oil per softgel\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing phospholipids, EPA\/DHA, astaxanthin, and other naturally-occurring essential fatty acids.* 60 softgels per bottle, 60-day supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s Inside (Per Softgel)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKrill Oil — 500 mg\u003c\/strong\u003e — Typically providing:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhospholipids — 100 mg\u003c\/strong\u003e — Phospholipids are the primary structural component of cell membranes. In krill oil, EPA and DHA are esterified to phospholipids (primarily phosphatidylcholine), which may support their integration into cell membranes and bioavailability.* This phospholipid delivery form is the primary structural distinction between krill oil and standard fish oil triglycerides.*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEPA\/DHA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid \/ Docosahexaenoic Acid) — 100 mg combined\u003c\/strong\u003e — EPA and DHA are the primary omega-3 fatty acids studied for cardiovascular, cognitive, retinal, and joint health support.* Note: the combined EPA\/DHA content per softgel is 100 mg — lower than standard fish oil softgels — reflecting the different lipid composition of krill oil, which also provides phospholipids and other naturally-occurring fatty acids.*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAstaxanthin\u003c\/strong\u003e — A naturally-occurring carotenoid antioxidant in krill oil. Astaxanthin is one of the most potent natural antioxidants studied, providing antioxidant protection to the oil itself and supporting cellular antioxidant defense in the body.*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOther naturally-occurring essential fatty acids\u003c\/strong\u003e — Including additional omega-3, omega-6, and omega-9 fatty acids naturally present in krill oil.*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDelivered in a gelatin (bovine) softgel with glycerin, purified water, and natural vanillin.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Supports\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCardiovascular function and healthy lipid metabolism via EPA and DHA*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCognitive function and brain health via DHA*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJoint comfort and healthy inflammatory response via EPA*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRetinal health and eye function via DHA*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCellular antioxidant defense via naturally-occurring astaxanthin*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCell membrane integrity via phospholipid-bound omega-3 delivery*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKrill Oil vs. Fish Oil — Key Differences\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBoth krill oil and fish oil provide EPA and DHA, but they differ in several ways worth understanding:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDelivery form:\u003c\/strong\u003e Krill oil delivers EPA\/DHA bound to phospholipids; fish oil delivers EPA\/DHA primarily as triglycerides or ethyl esters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEPA\/DHA dose per softgel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Krill oil typically provides lower EPA\/DHA per softgel (100 mg combined in this formula) compared to standard fish oil softgels (700 mg combined in Daily Defense® Omega-3).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAstaxanthin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Krill oil naturally contains astaxanthin; fish oil does not.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhospholipids:\u003c\/strong\u003e Krill oil provides 100 mg of phospholipids per softgel; fish oil does not.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Is This For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDaily Defense® Antarctic Krill Oil is designed for adults looking to support cardiovascular, cognitive, and joint health with a phospholipid-bound omega-3 formula that also provides natural astaxanthin. It may be a good fit if you:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWant omega-3 fatty acids delivered in phospholipid form alongside natural astaxanthin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre looking for a krill oil supplement with 500 mg krill oil, 100 mg phospholipids, and 100 mg EPA\/DHA per softgel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWant a 60-day supply in a single bottle at 1 softgel per day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTake 1 softgel 1 to 2 times daily, preferably with meals, or as directed by a healthcare professional. Each bottle contains 60 softgels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eQuality You Can Trust\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDaily Defense® is committed to delivering supplements that meet the highest standards of quality and purity. Antarctic Krill Oil is produced in a \u003cstrong\u003eGMP-certified facility\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ethird-party tested\u003c\/strong\u003e to help ensure the quality and integrity of every bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"DAILY DEFENSE®","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42866504958122,"sku":"DD-ATRC-KRLOL","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0256\/0386\/6733\/files\/ANTARCTICKRILLOIL-1.jpg?v=1727829465","url":"https:\/\/mydailydefense.com\/products\/antarctic-krill-oil","provider":"Daily Defense","version":"1.0","type":"link"}