Most supplements aren't what the label says

  • NUS tested 18 NMN products sold in Singapore. Over 80% were not what they claimed.

    In 2024, researchers at NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine and Temasek Polytechnic bought 18 NMN supplements on the Singapore market and measured what was actually in them. More than 80% contained less NMN than the label claimed. Three contained no detectable NMN at all.

    What that means for you: in this category, price tells you nothing about whether the product is real. An independent lab result is the only thing that does.

  • US researchers tested 25 melatonin gummies sold for sleep. Nearly 9 in 10 were not what they claimed.

    In 2023, researchers from Harvard Medical School and the University of Mississippi bought 25 melatonin gummy products on the US market and measured what was actually in them. 22 of the 25 were labelled inaccurately, with melatonin ranging from 74% to 347% of the stated dose. Only 3 came within 10% of the label. One contained no melatonin at all, just CBD.

    What that means for you: the dose on the label is a promise, not a measurement. You could be taking a fraction of what you paid for, or more than three times it. An independent lab result is the only way to know.

NUS tested 18 NMN products sold in Singapore. Over 80% were not what they claimed.

In 2024, researchers at NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine and Temasek Polytechnic bought 18 NMN supplements on the Singapore market and measured what was actually in them. More than 80% contained less NMN than the label claimed. Three contained no detectable NMN at all.

What that means for you: in this category, price tells you nothing about whether the product is real. An independent lab result is the only thing that does.

US researchers tested 25 melatonin gummies sold for sleep. Nearly 9 in 10 were not what they claimed.

In 2023, researchers from Harvard Medical School and the University of Mississippi bought 25 melatonin gummy products on the US market and measured what was actually in them. 22 of the 25 were labelled inaccurately, with melatonin ranging from 74% to 347% of the stated dose. Only 3 came within 10% of the label. One contained no melatonin at all, just CBD.

What that means for you: the dose on the label is a promise, not a measurement. You could be taking a fraction of what you paid for, or more than three times it. An independent lab result is the only way to know.

What we test and how often

Microbial & heavy metals

Every single batch we manufacture is tested by Eurofins Singapore for microbial safety and heavy metals before it is released for sale.

Laboratory: Eurofins Singapore

Raw material purity

Every lot of raw material is tested before it enters production. Our NMN returns greater than 99.99% β-NMN content.

Laboratory: SGS

Finished product content verification

Eurofins measures the actual NMN content in the finished capsule and confirms it delivers the stated 500mg per serving. This is the test almost nobody in the category runs, because it is expensive and because it is where underdosed products get caught.

Laboratory: Eurofins Singapore

Affordable, because there is nobody between us and you

  • The usual chain

    Manufacturer, then brand owner, then distributor, then retailer, then you. Retailers typically take 40 to 50%. Distributors take another 20 to 30%. Every layer is priced into the bottle before it reaches you.

  • Here at Estalife

    We manufacture it and we sell it. There is no brand owner paying us a manufacturing fee and no retailer adding margin on top.

  • What we did not cut

    Same raw material grade, same NSF GMP certified facility, same Eurofins and SGS testing, same processes and machines used for the hospitals and global brands we manufacture for.

Singapore's largest NSF GMP-certified supplements factory

Our Ang Mo Kio facility manufactures for hospitals and global brands, and now for Estalife directly — no middlemen. You're welcome to see it for yourself.


Pair it with

Vitamin D3 K2 MK-7: Together they support heart, bone and immune health.

CoQ10 150MG / CoQ10 Ubiquinol / Kaneka Ubiquinol 100MG: A classic heart-health duo, with omega-3 supporting healthy blood vessels and CoQ10 powering heart cells.

Turmeric Curcumin 1500MG: Together they support joint comfort and healthy inflammation balance.

Eye Lutein + Zeaxanthin: DHA supports the retina while lutein filters blue light, for complete eye care.

Astaxanthin 6MG: Omega-3 supports dry eyes and heart health, while astaxanthin adds powerful antioxidant protection.

Frequently asked questions

No. "Fishy burps" are usually caused by low-quality, rancid oil. Estalife uses high-quality, molecularly distilled fresh fish oil, which significantly minimizes any aftertaste or smell.

We designed our XS Softgels specifically for comfort. We believe the best supplement is the one you can actually swallow easily every day. You get the benefits without the struggle of "horse pills."

Each softgel contains the golden ratio of 18% EPA and 12% DHA. A standard daily serving of 2 softgels provides a balanced dose of approx 600mg of Fish Oil, perfect for daily maintenance of heart and brain health.

Omega-3s naturally support healthy blood flow. If you are on prescription blood thinners (like Warfarin), please consult your doctor before adding fish oil to your routine.

DHA is excellent for fetal brain development, but always consult your doctor before starting any new supplement during pregnancy.

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Think you can trust supplement labels? Think again.

A supplement label tells you what a brand says is inside. It can’t tell you whether that’s true.

In many markets, including Singapore, supplements aren’t independently checked against their labels before they’re sold. That’s why, when scientists test supplements against their labels, they keep finding products with far less, far more, or none of what’s claimed.

  • 5 stars: 10 (71%)
  • 4 stars: 2 (14%)
  • 3 stars: 1 (7%)
  • 2 stars: 1 (7%)
  • 1 star: 0 (0%)
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Ryotan Ng Zac

I have been using ESTALIFE® OMEGA-3 DHA Fish Oil, and I’m happy with the product so far. It is easy to take, and I appreciate that it supports overall wellness, brain health, heart health, and daily nutritional needs.

The quality feels reliable, and I would recommend it to anyone looking for a good Omega-3 DHA supplement.

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CHIN KEO SAN CHIN

VALUE FOR MONEY

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Shahrom Manaf

I’ve been taking ESTALIFE® Omega-3 DHA Fish Oil, and one thing that really stands out is that it truly has no fishy aftertaste or burps, which is something I’ve experienced with other fish oil supplements before. So that claim is definitely accurate and makes it much easier to take daily.

In terms of effects, omega-3 (EPA & DHA) supplements like this usually work more subtly over time rather than giving an immediate “feel.” After about 2 weeks or so, what I personally notice is a slight improvement in overall mental clarity and less “brain fog,” especially during long working hours. This aligns with the role of DHA, which is known to support brain function and focus.

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Christopher Lee

Very gd product

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Khoo Siong San

I am taking it for my dry eyes recommended by my doctor. I'm also having joint problems. So far I hasn't or feel any improvement.

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Ong Ching Swee

Still got fishy smell

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KRISHNA KP NATHAN

Well just like other omega 3, is there any special effects I should feel

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Lay Peng

暂时不错.鱼腥味没有那么重

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Eddyl

genuine stuff

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Anonymous

Repeat order

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Anonymous

No fishy burb. Glad taking them every morning.

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Anonymous

I bought the fish oil for my dad to keep his cholesterol level in check and he seemed to be reacting well with the supplement.

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Anonymous

I just feel good overall and better sleep too

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Anonymous

Very good product, tried few types effective and feel have more energy every day, and affordable price and good product.

RESEARCH SOURCES & CITATIONS

All claims on this page are supported by published human clinical research. Only human RCTs and meta-analyses of human RCTs are cited. No animal or in vitro studies are referenced as evidence for product claims.