Can You Take GLA and Krill Oil Together?

Use extra care with this pair

The short answer

GLA modulates prostaglandin balance with anti-inflammatory and antiplatelet effects, while Krill Oil provides highly bioavailable EPA/DHA with similar effects. Combining both amplifies blood-thinning through different omega pathways.

How to arrange timing

Be cautious combining GLA with Krill Oil. Both reduce platelet aggregation through different fatty acid pathways. Monitor for increased bleeding tendency.

Reference

Reference noted for this combination: Barham JB et al., American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 2000; Omega-6 GLA and omega-3 interactions on eicosanoids

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.