Flaxseed Oil (ALA)
A plant omega-3 (ALA) that the body converts inefficiently to EPA/DHA.
Educational only — not medical advice. BodEvo summarizes research cautiously and labels estimates as estimates. Talk to a physician or registered dietitian before starting any supplement, diet, or training program.
What the evidence says
Provides ALA, but poor conversion means it’s not a reliable EPA/DHA source.
Typical dose & timing
Dose: 1 tbsp provides ALA.
Timing: With meals; keep refrigerated.
Role in a stack
Supplementary plant omega-3.
Redundancy check: Algae oil is a better vegan EPA/DHA source.
Cautions & safety
Conversion of ALA to EPA/DHA is poor (single-digit %) — not a substitute for fish/algae oil.
Oxidizes easily — store cold. Educational only.
Best for
plant omega-3 (with low expectations)
Use it in the app: open the Supplement Library and Stack Builder — free, local-first, no account required.