Question 1

Does anyone know where the fish comes from?

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The container says Peru and Morocco

Question 2

This has EPA 500 and DHA 250.  NOW also has DHA-500 which has DHA 500 and EPA 250. Does anyone know what the benefits are of one ratio over the other?

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I won't pretend to know all about Omega 3, but I do know that it is useful and "recommended/prescribed" for a number of reasons. I'll only address the reason I take it and continue to take this particular product. The varied reasons it may be recommended to you seems to lead to levels, dosages and/or type of Omega 3's.  You could hear anything from specific mg of EPA or DHA or sometimes just "fish oil" or "omega 3" recommendations.  Don't be surprised if your doctor and even some specialists don't seem to know what the latest research is.  There is so much out there!I take it very specifically for relief of depression symptoms, although I took a different brand/type previously for just general health. I started taking the NOW Ultra Omega-3 about 18 months ago during an 8 week program of therapeutic lifestyle change (TLC) to treat depression.  Increasing Omega-3, in particular, a 2:1 EPA/DHA ratio, at an effective level (1000mg EPA I believe) has been shown to have a beneficial impact on depression for many.  This brand has much more EPA than others I've found and for a giant pill goes down easily (2 softgels versus many more with less EPA).That's my two cents.  May be helpful to some.  If interested, you can read on... It is a long story as to why this would help depression, but I have found this particular EPA/DHA ratio helps me substantially, even though I am less compliant to the other principles of TLC (like exercise).  Dr Stephen Ilardi's approach has research showing effectiveness at treating depression.  He is the author of a book (they do sell it on amazon) or google him for more info.

Question 3

What is difference Ultra vs regular? Looks like the back labels say same amount of EPA DHA?

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It doesn't matter, it's all useless.
If you want to be healthy, exercise.

Question 4

Is this fish oil in ethyl ester or triclyceride form?

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I'm not really sure. I wish I could answer that. I only used this one once. Sorry

ASIN	B0015L2LBE
ASIN	B0015L2LBE
Age Range Description	Adult
Allergen Information	Fish
Best Sellers Rank	#33,687 in Health & Household ( See Top 100 in Health & Household ) #185 in Omega 3 Nutritional Supplements #2,182 in Sales & Deals #3,023 in Diet & Sports Nutrition
Brand Name	NOW
Color	Amber
Container Type	Bottle
Customer Reviews	4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (1,378)
Date First Available	January 11, 2004
Department	Health and Beauty>Health and Wellness
Diet Type	Gluten Free
Dosage Form	Softgels,Softgel
Flavor	(500 EPA / 250 DHA)
Global Trade Identification Number	00733739016614
Item Dimensions	2.5 x 2.5 x 4.44 inches
Item Form	Softgel
Item Weight	0.15 kg
Item model number	1661
Manufacturer	NOW Sports - Nutrition and Wellness
Manufacturer	NOW Sports - Nutrition and Wellness
Manufacturer Part Number	1661
Material Features	Cholesterol Free
Model Name	Ultra Omega-3 Molecularly Distilled
Model Number	1661
Number of Items	1
Primary Supplement Type	Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Product Benefits	Brain Health Support, Heart Health Support
Product Dimensions	2.5 x 2.5 x 4.44 inches; 5.29 ounces
UPC	885710016837 733739016614
Unit Count	90 Count

NOW Foods Supplements, Ultra Omega-3 Molecularly Distilled and Enteric Coated, 90 Softgels

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