Tag: Quality certification

Founded in 2004, the International Fish Oil Standards (IFOS) program is an independent, third-party testing and certification initiative for omega-3 supplements. This rigorous program is managed and provided exclusively by Nutrasource Diagnostics Inc., a company that has since become part of the larger SGS organization.

According to the Global Organization for EPA and DHA Omega-3s (GOED), a global standard for microbial omega-3 oils is under development by the Codex Alimentarius Commission. These efforts aim to provide a comprehensive framework that addresses quality, safety, and transparency, essential for building consumer trust in the growing algal oil market.

According to Consumer Reports, not all prenatal vitamins provide the complete amounts of nutrients that expectant mothers need, highlighting that not every brand is created equal. So, does it matter what brand of prenatal you choose? The short answer is yes, but not in the way you might think.