5 Benefits of Krill Oil for Pets

• Posted on 8 April 2014
• By Dr. Jill Tack
• Posted in krill oil, krill oil supplements, what are the benefits of krill oil, why feed krill oil
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Many of us have heard about the benefits of fish oil for both humans and pets. But have you ever considered supplementing your pet's diet with krill oil? This supplement can improve your pet's health in so many ways and, in some aspects, is even more beneficial than fish oil. So today, we've rounded up a handful of these benefits to share with you:

Many of us have heard about the benefits of fish oil for both humans and pets. But have you ever considered supplementing your pet's diet with krill oil? This supplement can improve your pet's health in so many ways and, in some aspects, is even more beneficial than fish oil. So today, we've rounded up a handful of these benefits to share with you:

1. 1. It does not contain mercury and therefore there is no added risk of heavy metal poisoning.

1. 1. Krill oil contains highly bioavailable EPA and DHA, which can aid in cognitive function and help fight inflammation.

1. 1. Krill oil is FOUR times more potent than fish oil and therefore has four times the benefits!

1. 1. Krill oil is at the top of the list of all omega-3 fatty acids sources (even above fish oil!) because it contains high levels of one of the most powerful natural antioxidants called Astaxanthin. Astaxanthin is a carotenoid molecule from the same family as beta-carotene, lycopene, and zeaxanthin, though astaxanthin appears to be more active in quenching superoxide, hydroxyl, and other radical species. Recent studies suggest that astaxanthin has anti-inflammatory action, inhibiting cytokine cascades in a number of trials of cardiovascular health, respiratory health, joint health, athletic performance, and others. Krill get their astaxanthin from small phytoplankton, their primary source of food.

1. Unlike fish oil, krill oil doesn't cause fishy breath.

Interested in trying out krill oil? Stop by the store before May 15th to save 20% on NWC Naturals Tri-Krill Krill Oil Supplement for Pets!