Can You Take Fish Oil (Omega-3) and Tart Cherry Extract Together?

May affect absorption

The short answer

Both fish oil and tart cherry extract have anti-inflammatory properties — fish oil via EPA/DHA inhibiting COX and LOX pathways, and tart cherry via anthocyanin antioxidants. Combined use may excessively suppress inflammation needed for training adaptation.

How to arrange timing

Avoid taking both immediately post-workout if training adaptation is the goal. Consider using one during training blocks and the other during recovery phases.

Reference

Reference noted for this combination: Howatson G et al. Influence of tart cherry juice on indices of recovery following marathon running. Scand J Med Sci Sports. 2010;20(6):843-852

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.