Microencapsulation for Enhanced Bioavailability of Fish Oil - Acute Study

Omega-3 fatty acids (found in fish oil) are known to be good for your heart and overall health, but your body may not absorb them very well from standard supplements. This study is testing a new way of packaging fish oil — called microencapsulation — to see if it helps your body absorb the omega-3s more effectively. Participants take different forms of the fish oil supplement and then researchers measure how much omega-3 gets into the bloodstream over the following hours. You may be eligible if: - You are a male or female between 18 and 70 years old - You eat a normal diet (no medically prescribed, strict weight-loss, vegan, or macrobiotic diet) - Your body mass index (BMI) is between 18 and 35 kg/m² - You are generally healthy with no significant metabolic, digestive, kidney, or heart disease You may NOT be eligible if: - You have taken omega-3 supplements regularly in the past 2 months - You regularly eat foods fortified with omega-3 (such as some breads or milks) - You regularly eat fish as part of your normal diet - You drink heavily (more than 21 standard drinks per week) - You have food allergies or intolerances (e.g., dairy, nuts, shellfish) - You have a history of substance abuse in the past 12 months - You have participated in another research study in the past 3 months Talk to your doctor about whether this trial might be right for you.