Module 13: Total Omega Blends

Total Omega 3-6-9 | Omega Twin | Total Omega Vegan

Instead of asking customers to manage multiple separate supplements, complete omega blends bring everything together in one formula. Fish and plants working together — or in the case of the vegan options, an entirely plant-based approach that still delivers what most plant-based omegas simply can't. This training covers three of the most thoughtfully formulated products in the entire Barlean's line.

The Concept Behind Complete Omega Blends

Rather than taking fish oil, flax oil, and borage oil as three separate products, why not combine them into one formula where they work together? Each omega source brings something distinct to the table.

Omega-3s, found in fish and flax, support heart, brain, and joint health. Omega-6 — particularly the GLA kind found in borage oil — supports cellular function and skin health. Omega-9s contribute to cardiovascular wellness. These fatty acids aren't competing. They're complementary, and when formulated together intentionally, there's a synergy effect. The combination delivers broader nutritional support than any single source would on its own.

The customer this speaks to is someone who wants comprehensive omega nutrition without juggling multiple bottles. One product, one serving, complete coverage. That's a genuinely compelling offer.

Total Omega 3-6-9 — The Most Complete Blend in the Line

Total Omega 3-6-9 brings together three oils: purified fresh-catch fish oil for direct EPA and DHA, cold-pressed flaxseed oil for plant-based ALA, and borage oil for GLA. Together, they create something no single oil can deliver.

The numbers per serving are significant — over 6,400 milligrams of combined omegas including ALA, DHA, and EPA. 2,000 milligrams of omega-6 including GLA. Over 1,815 milligrams of omega-9 from oleic acid, which is a very heart-healthy fatty acid. That's the full essential fatty acid spectrum in just one tablespoon. Nutritionally, this translates to support for brain, joint, and heart health, skin health, and cellular wellness. This is whole-body omega nutrition, not a targeted single-benefit product.

Total Omega 3-6-9 is not vegan due to the fish oil. It's the right choice for customers who want everything in one product and have no dietary restriction around fish.

Total Omega 3-6-9 Formats

Three formats, three different customer needs, all delivering the same complete nutrition.

• Seriously Delicious Orange Cream — The standout. It's emulsified, which gives it a creamy, dessert-like texture and means the body absorbs three times more nutrients than from a standard oil. It tastes like an orange creamsicle — genuinely delicious — works for ages four and up, has no fishy taste or burps, and just needs to be refrigerated after opening for best freshness.
• Total Omega Lemonade Liquid — The traditional oil format with a smooth lemon flavor. This one is popular with customers who have been taking liquid fish oil for years and have a preference for that format. It mixes beautifully into smoothies, can be drizzled over salads, or taken straight. Refrigerate after opening.
• Total Omega Soft Gels — The same lemonade flavor blend in capsule form. No refrigeration required, nothing to measure, easy to travel with. A solid option for anyone with a busy lifestyle who wants simplicity above all else.

Here's what actual customers say. One called it "absolutely delicious — hands down the best omega supplement I've ever tried." Another said they were hesitant to try the sample but were genuinely surprised by how much omega-3 was in a spoonful and how great it tasted — and ordered a full bottle on the spot. A third said simply: "It tastes easy to take. Total Omega offers benefits I can feel." That last one really matters. When customers feel a difference, they come back. And when a supplement tastes like something they look forward to, they actually take it every day.

Omega Twin — The Clean Plant-Based Option

Omega Twin is beautifully simple. Two oils, both plant-based, each bringing something the other doesn't have. Flaxseed oil contributes ALA — the plant-based omega-3 — along with lignans, which are naturally occurring plant compounds that add a meaningful layer of nutritional value to the flax story. Borage seed oil brings GLA, the specific omega-6 that behaves very differently from the omega-6s found in processed vegetable oils.

Per tablespoon, Omega Twin delivers 6,200 milligrams of ALA and 550 milligrams of GLA, plus the full omega-3, 6, 9 spectrum. It's 100% plant-based — no fish, no animal products of any kind. This is for customers who are vegan, vegetarian, or simply fish-averse. It's a meaningful and well-rounded option.

Understanding why ALA and GLA work well together is what makes you genuinely useful to a customer trying to navigate all the buzz around plant-based omega nutrition. ALA from flax is the foundation of plant-based omega-3 nutrition. It's an essential fatty acid — the body can't make it on its own and must get it from food or supplements. The body can convert ALA to EPA and DHA, though that conversion is modest. What flax adds beyond ALA are the lignans, plant compounds that contribute to the overall nutritional picture.

GLA from borage is a different kind of omega-6. Most omega-6s in the modern diet come from refined seed oils consumed in excess — that's the omega-6 most nutritionists caution against. GLA is the exception. It follows the good omega-6 pathway and supports skin health and hormonal balance. The body can produce GLA from linoleic acid, but the conversion is often slow or incomplete, so getting it directly from borage oil is a meaningful advantage.

Together, ALA and GLA support cellular membrane function, cardiovascular wellness, joint and nerve health, and skin integrity. That synergy is the whole point of the Omega Twin formula — two plant oils working together, each filling in what the other doesn't provide. Available in liquid oil format only.

Total Omega Vegan — The Breakthrough Plant-Based Formula

Total Omega Vegan solves a problem that most plant-based omega supplements simply don't address — and it's worth understanding clearly.

Most plant-based omega supplements offer ALA from flax or chia and leave it at that. The rationale is that the body converts ALA to EPA and DHA. The reality is that the conversion rate is quite low — research suggests only about five to ten percent of ALA actually becomes EPA or DHA in the body. For most people, that's not enough. Fish oil delivers EPA and DHA directly, with no conversion required. That's been the long-standing argument for fish over flax.

Algae changes the conversation entirely. Fish get their EPA and DHA from eating algae — algae is the original source. By going directly to algae, we get pre-formed DHA without any fish involved. Total Omega Vegan builds on the Omega Twin foundation of flax oil for ALA and borage oil for GLA, and adds algae oil — and that addition changes everything.

Per tablespoon this blend delivers 1,530 milligrams of ALA, 400 milligrams of GLA, and 130 milligrams of plant-based DHA directly from algae. That 130 milligrams of DHA is absorbed and used immediately, exactly as it would be from fish oil. DHA is highly concentrated in the brain, critical for cognitive function, and supports vision, the nervous system, and heart health.

It's also emulsified, which means three times greater absorption compared to standard liquid oils. Not only is the formula more complete — the body actually takes more of it in. For a vegan customer who has been told they need to either take fish oil or accept incomplete omega nutrition, this product is the answer they didn't even know existed.

Total Omega Vegan comes in one format: Seriously Delicious Pomegranate Blueberry. It's emulsified, creamy, and genuinely enjoyable — kids and adults both love it, making it a real family-friendly option for plant-based households. The serving amount is one tablespoon daily, works for ages four and up. It can be taken straight from the spoon, stirred into yogurt, blended into a smoothie, mixed into oatmeal, or even folded into plant-based ice cream. That flexibility matters especially for parents trying to get omega nutrition into kids who resist anything that doesn't feel like a treat.

Which Blend to Recommend

Two questions point directly to the right product: Is the customer vegan or vegetarian? And are they specifically focused on getting DHA?

• Total Omega 3-6-9 — For customers who want the most comprehensive omega blend available and have no dietary restriction around fish. Direct EPA and DHA, GLA from borage, ALA from flax, three formats to choose from. The everything-in-one product.
• Omega Twin — For vegan or vegetarian customers who want a clean, simple plant-based daily oil and are not specifically concerned about pre-formed DHA. Flax and borage in synergy, liquid format, nothing else.
• Total Omega Vegan — For vegan customers who want their omega nutrition to be as complete as possible — including DHA — without any compromise on their values. The most nutritionally complete plant-based omega product available, emulsified for three times greater absorption.

Key Takeaways

All three blends serve the same core purpose: making comprehensive omega nutrition simple, enjoyable, and actually worth taking every day.

• Total Omega 3-6-9: Fish, flax, and borage. Over 6,400 mg of combined omegas per tablespoon. Direct EPA and DHA, GLA, and ALA. Three formats — Orange Cream, Lemonade Liquid, and Soft Gels. The most complete blend in the line for customers with no fish restriction.
• Omega Twin: Flax and borage. Fully vegan. 6,200 mg ALA and 550 mg GLA per tablespoon. The full omega 3-6-9 spectrum from plants only. Liquid format. The clean, simple plant-based choice.
• Total Omega Vegan: Flax, borage, and algae. Fully vegan. ALA, GLA, and 130 mg of pre-formed DHA from algae. Emulsified for three times greater absorption. Pomegranate Blueberry flavor. The most nutritionally complete plant-based omega available — and the answer for vegans who want everything.

Questions? Contact us or visit Barleans.com. Our customer service team is ready to help with anything you need.

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