Most kids' fish oils deliver only omega-3s (EPA and DHA). Complete Omega Junior adds GLA — an omega-6 from borage seed oil — and oleic acid, an omega-9. This broader fatty acid profile more fully supports the brain, nervous system, mood regulation, and social-emotional development that define the 6–12 age window.

GLA (gamma-linolenic acid) is an omega-6 fatty acid found in borage seed oil. It supports healthy inflammatory response, mood stability, and nervous system function — and it works cooperatively alongside omega-3s rather than competing with them. Research links GLA to healthy behavioral regulation and emotional development in children, which is why Nordic Naturals includes it here specifically for the 6–12 age group.

With breakfast is ideal. The fat in the meal supports absorption of all the omega fatty acids in the formula, and morning dosing pairs the brain and mood benefits with the hours of peak cognitive demand — school, learning, and social interaction.

These two formulas target different age ranges and different needs. Complete Omega Junior (ages 6–12) uses a lower omega-3 dose appropriate for younger children and adds GLA for broader developmental support — particularly around mood and behavioral regulation. Ultimate Omega Teen (ages 12–18) is a higher-dose, omega-3-only concentrate focused on brain performance, cognitive function, and academic and athletic demands in older teens.