Consumer Reports Tested 20 Fish Oil Supplements For Quality—Here’s What It Found 

Photo credit: Pixabay via Pexels. Article by Sarah Garone. Health – updated May 22, 2026.

Fish oil pills are a popular supplement choice: One in five U.S. adults older than 60 reports taking them often. Despite sometimes conflicting research on their effectiveness, many people turn to them for improved heart health, cognitive performance, or to reduce inflammation.¹ But some of these supplements may have quality issues, according to new data from Consumer Reports. The consumer advocacy group found that 20% of 20 common brands tested did not meet standards for freshness, heavy metal levels, or EPA and DHA content—the two main omega-3 fatty acids found in fish oil.² […]

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