The ocean needs a hero like you.
You need omega-3 but big fish oil companies create big, frustrating problems.
Overfishing
TL;DR: Fish oil depletes fish populations. Algae-based omega-3s offer the same benefits without harming fish.
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Overfishing is the depletion of fish populations at a rate faster than they can replenish, leading to a severe imbalance in marine ecosystems. The fish oil industry is a major culprit, harvesting billions of fish annually to meet the demand for omega-3 supplements. This unsustainable practice not only threatens the survival of certain fish species but also disrupts the entire food chain, affecting larger marine animals and human communities that rely on fish for sustenance. An algae-based alternative, like Freshfield's Ocean Saving Omega, offers a sustainable solution by providing the same essential nutrients without depleting fish stocks, thereby helping to restore balance to our oceans.
Bycatch
TL;DR: Fish oil causes the death of dolphins and turtles. Algae-based omega-3s prevent this by not needing fishing.
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Bycatch refers to the unintentional capture of non-target species, including dolphins, turtles, and seabirds, during commercial fishing operations. The fish oil industry significantly contributes to this issue, with vast fishing nets indiscriminately sweeping up marine life, leading to the death of millions of unintended victims. This practice not only wastes valuable marine life but also poses a threat to the biodiversity of our oceans. Algae-based omega-3 supplements eliminate the need for such harmful fishing practices, as algae can be cultivated in controlled environments, ensuring that no bycatch occurs and marine ecosystems remain intact.
Habitat Destruction
TL;DR: Fish oil production destroys ocean habitats. Algae-based omega-3s protect these environments.
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Habitat destruction involves the physical alteration or destruction of marine environments, such as coral reefs and seagrass beds, primarily due to destructive fishing practices like trawling used by the fish oil industry. These methods devastate delicate marine habitats, leading to loss of biodiversity and the degradation of ecosystems vital for numerous marine species. By turning to algae-based alternatives, we can mitigate these impacts, as algae farming requires no destructive fishing techniques and can be sustainably cultivated without harming marine habitats. This shift helps preserve essential underwater ecosystems and supports the overall health of our oceans.
Get your omegas and protect our oceans.
Ocean Saving Omega™ makes it easy to:
- Get the same benefits as fish oil
- Protect our oceans from the sad consequences of fish oil
- Pay the same price as fish oil
Example product
Only one carrageenan-free softgel per day = 440 mg DHA / 44 mg DPA. Certified Vegan, Carbon Neutral and Plastic Negative. Plant-based compostable and recyclable bottle. Label made from forestry waste.
How to become an ocean hero (it's easier than you think):
(1) Buy Ocean Saving Omega™
Fish free, vegan, carbon neutral, plastic negative, plant-based compostable bottle and label made from forestry waste.
(2) We report on your impact.
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(3) We partner with great organizations that accelerate and magnify that impact.
We can't do this on our own and work with people that share our love for the planet.
You want to be outside doing the activities you love while helping save our planet from the eco-crisis. To do that, you need quality supplements that actually work and aren’t hard on the environment. The problem is that most brands make unnecessarily complex products that contribute directly to the eco-crisis which makes us all feel frustrated and hopeless about the future. You shouldn’t have to choose between your health and our planet.
We know what it feels like to have the places and activities we love threatened. That’s why we create innovative products that have a much lower environmental impact than other brands. Freshfield products are all certified Plastic Negative, Carbon Neutral and Vegan. In our effort to eliminate fossil fuels from our packaging, we are the first brand in North America to use plant-based, recyclable and compostable bottles.
Stop spending your money on low quality products that aren’t that great for our planet and start feeling empowered because you are now part of a larger movement for athletics, adventure and environmentalism.