Fish Oil: How to Get 1 g+ of EPA a Day, Based on Huberman's Advice
Fish Oil: How to Get 1 g+ of EPA a Day
On his October 22, 2026 episode, Dr. Andrew Huberman called fish oil his top single-ingredient supplement. He talked about “1 to 3 g of EPA” and said to “make sure that you’re above that 1 g per day EPA threshold.”
The catch is that most people taking fish oil aren’t getting anywhere near that.
The label trick
The front of the bottle usually shows the total fish oil, something like “1,000 mg.” That number isn’t EPA. Turn the bottle over and find the EPA per serving on the Supplement Facts panel. A standard 1,000 mg softgel often contains only a few hundred milligrams of EPA.
How to do the math
- Find the EPA per serving on the back label.
- Check how many softgels count as one serving.
- Divide 1,000 mg by the EPA per softgel. That’s how many softgels it takes to reach 1 g.
If the answer is five or six softgels a day, a concentrated fish oil or a liquid will probably be easier and cheaper per gram of EPA.
What else to check
- Freshness. Fish oil can oxidize, so store it somewhere cool and avoid any that smells strongly rancid.
- Form. Triglyceride-form oils are often described as better absorbed than ethyl esters.
- Certification. Look for an NSF or USP seal.
Brands with third-party certification
Our list includes fish oil certified by NSF or USP from Nordic Naturals, Thorne, and Nature Made. Check the Where to Buy section for current listings.
Before you take it
Talk to your doctor if you take blood thinners or have a procedure coming up.
Dr. Huberman doesn’t endorse any brand we list. This article is for education, not medical advice. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We may earn a commission from links on this site.