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MusclePharm Essentials®, Fish Oil, 60 Softgels (1,000 mg per Softgel) supplement bottle
MusclePharm

Essentials®, Fish Oil, 60 Softgels (1,000 mg per Softgel) Review

What We Researched
3 active ingredients analyzed · 5 inactive ingredients decoded · 1 brand certification checked · Page generated: Sep 2026
87
Product Score Good
85
Brand Score Good

Two independent scores — the product and the brand behind it, never blended into one number. See our methodology.

Product Analysis

Transparency Excellent

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
MusclePharm® Fish Oil(Esterified)Typically Providing:EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid) (Ethyl Ester Form)DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid) (Ethyl Ester Form) 2,000 mg800 mg600 mg †††
Bioavailability Fair

Absorption Rating

  • MusclePharm® Fish Oil(Esterified)Typically Providing:EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid) (Ethyl Ester Form)DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid) (Ethyl Ester Form) Fair
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Gelatin (Bovine)
  • Vegetable Glycerin
  • Enteric Coating
  • Purified Water
  • Natural Vitamin E
Efficacy Excellent

Dosage Analysis

  • MusclePharm® Fish Oil(Esterified)Typically Providing:EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid) (Ethyl Ester Form)DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid) (Ethyl Ester Form) 2,000 mg800 mg600 mg Effective

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Calories 20
Total Fat 2 g 3%**
MusclePharm® Fish Oil(Esterified)Typically Providing:EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid) (Ethyl Ester Form)DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid) (Ethyl Ester Form) 2,000 mg800 mg600 mg †††

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Gelatin (Bovine) Safe

It is used to make capsules.

Vegetable Glycerin Safe

Helps form softgel capsule shells and acts as a humectant.

Enteric Coating Generally_safe

It is used to protect ingredients from stomach acid or to delay release until the intestine.

Purified Water Safe

Dissolves and carries water-soluble ingredients.

Natural Vitamin E Safe

It is used as a source of vitamin E.

Brand Trust Report
MusclePharm

Founded 2006 · Las Vegas, Nevada, United States · 153 products · musclepharm.com/

Certifications

1 certification
Informed Sport Source available Primary evidence

Transparency

3 claims
Third Party Testing Claim — Verified Evidence available Evidence
Testing Lab Disclosure — Verified Evidence available Evidence

Violation History

7 incidents
Recall MusclePharm Assault Hybrid supplements2024-06-20 Source available Primary source
Lawsuit Breach of contract lawsuit filed by Capstone Nutrition.2016 Source available Primary source
Lawsuit Lawsuit from Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals for artificially inflating protein levels.2016 Source available Primary source
Lawsuit Protein spiking in Arnold Schwarzenegger Series Iron Mass supplement.2015 Source available Primary source
Lawsuit Accounting and disclosure violations, including failure to report executive perks.2015 Source available Primary source
Recall MusclePharm Cookies 'N' Cream Combat Powder and Banana Cream Combat Powder2013-03-14 Source available Primary source
Prop 65 Not specified in the initial notice2011 Source available Primary source
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is MusclePharm Essentials®, Fish Oil a good supplement?

MusclePharm Essentials®, Fish Oil, 60 Softgels (1,000 mg per Softgel) received a product quality score of 87/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, indicating strong overall quality. The product contains 3 active ingredients with 30 servings per container. All 5 inactive ingredients (fillers, binders, capsule materials) are rated safe — a clean formulation with no flagged additives. The manufacturer, MusclePharm, holds a brand trust score of 85/100.

What are the ingredients in MusclePharm Essentials®, Fish Oil?

MusclePharm Essentials®, Fish Oil contains 3 active ingredients: Calories (20), Total Fat (2 g), MusclePharm® Fish Oil(Esterified)Typically Providing:EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid) (Ethyl Ester Form)DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid) (Ethyl Ester Form) (2,000 mg800 mg600 mg). Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is MusclePharm Essentials®, Fish Oil safe to take?

GoodSupp reviewed the inactive-ingredient data available for MusclePharm Essentials®, Fish Oil, 60 Softgels (1,000 mg per Softgel). All 5 inactive ingredients — including capsule materials, fillers, and binders — are currently classified as safe in GoodSupp's ingredient reference data. This label analysis cannot determine whether the product is safe for a particular person, and source labels may change. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially if you take medications or have underlying health conditions.

Is MusclePharm a trustworthy supplement brand?

MusclePharm receives a brand trust score of 85/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States, the company offers 153 products in their lineup. Note: MusclePharm has 7 historical regulatory incidents on record, which are factored into the trust score.

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