
Daily Value Fish Oil, Oxidation, and the Truth About “Rancidity”
Jan 5, 2026
09:22
Omega-3 supplements are at the center of a controversy regarding their oxidation levels and potential harm. This presentation addresses the gap between claims of harm and the available human data, explaining how oxidation is measured and interpreted.
00:00 Introduction to Omega-3 Supplements
00:49 Understanding Oxidation in Fish Oil
01:10 Measuring Oxidation: Peroxide, Anisidine, and Totox Values
01:50 The Flavoring Problem in Oxidation Testing
02:46 Market Surveys and Oxidation Failures
04:08 Do Oxidation Standards Correlate with Human Harm?
04:30 Clinical Trials on Oxidized Fish Oil
06:54 Regulatory Perspectives on Oxidation and Safety
07:57 Summary and Takeaways
09:08 Conclusion and References
