Can You Take Fish Oil (Omega-3) and Lecithin Together?

May affect absorption

The short answer

Lecithin (phospholipid) and Fish Oil (triglyceride) compete for intestinal lipid absorption pathways. Large doses of lecithin may saturate micelle formation capacity and reduce omega-3 absorption from Fish Oil.

How to arrange timing

Separate Lecithin and Fish Oil by at least 1 hour to optimize absorption of both lipid supplements.

Reference

Reference noted for this combination: Mu H, Høy CE, Progress in Lipid Research, 2004; Lipid digestion and absorption mechanisms

Important context

Whether supplements suit you together also depends on dose, product formulation, health conditions, and medication use. Ask a doctor or pharmacist first if you take medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have a chronic condition.