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Head-to-head evidence comparison — which supplement is right for you?
Omega-3 wins 3 of 3 categories. Both are solid choices — the best pick depends on your specific goals.
Verdict
Probably helps
18 of 27 studies with measurable effects showed benefit.
Top outcomes
Verdict
Mixed evidence
2 of 5 studies with measurable effects showed benefit.
Top outcomes
Shared outcomes (1)
Outcomes where both Omega-3 and Raspberry Leaf have evidence — compare verdict strength side-by-side.
2-3g combined EPA+DHA daily
With meals containing fat
Triglyceride form fish oil
1-2g dried leaf as tea, 2-3 times daily
Between meals as tea, Divided throughout the day
Dried leaf tea
4-8 weeks
2-4 weeks
Immediate
4-12 weeks
2-3 cycles
Last trimester
Marine n-3 Fatty Acids and Prevention of Cardiovascular Disease and Cancer
The New England journal of medicine (2019) · Rct · n=25871
During a median follow-up of 5.3 years, a major cardiovascular event occurred in 386 participants in the n-3 group and in 419 in the placebo group (hazard ratio, 0.92; 95% confidence interval [CI], 0.80 to 1.06; P=0.24).
Omega-3 fatty acids for intermittent claudication
The Cochrane database of systematic reviews (2024) · Meta analysis · n=1830
Omega-3 compared with a control may have little to no effect on ankle-brachial index (MD -0.02, 95% CI -0.08 to 0.04; 3 studies, 168 participants; very low-certainty evidence).
A systematic review and meta-analysis of the omega-3 fatty acids effects on brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF)
Nutritional neuroscience (2024) · Meta analysis · n=587
The present systematic review and meta-analysis indicate the efficacy of omega-3 FAs in increasing the serum concentration of BDNF.
Raspberry Leaves and Extracts-Molecular Mechanism of Action and Its Effectiveness on Human Cervical Ripening and the Induction of Labor
Nutrients (2023) · Systematic review
The majority of women apply raspberry leaves during pregnancy to induce and ease labor.
A Review on Berry Seeds-A Special Emphasis on Their Chemical Content and Health-Promoting Properties
Nutrients (2023) · Systematic review
Last search was conducted on 16.01.2023.
Phenolic Composition, Mineral Content, and Beneficial Bioactivities of Leaf Extracts from Black Currant (Ribes nigrum L.), Raspberry (Rubus idaeus), and Aronia (Aronia melanocarpa)
Nutrients (2020) · Systematic review
This was reviewed and discussed in this article.
Based on multiple meta-analyses showing EPA-dominant formulas >1g/day most effective. Effects plateau around 2-2.5g. Adjunctive use with antidepressants shows better outcomes than monotherapy.
Based on single RCT (n=37) showing 25.6% glucose reduction when tea consumed with sucrose. Conservative estimate due to limited study population and single trial. Effect may be specific to tea preparation and timing with carbohydrate intake.
AI-estimated from published studies. Interpret as directional guidance.
Omega-3 has a higher evidence score (9/10 vs 4/10) and wins in 3 of 3 categories.
For support mood, Omega-3 has a higher relevance score (88 vs 60).
No known interactions between Omega-3 and Raspberry Leaf have been documented in our database. However, always consult a healthcare provider before combining supplements.