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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
Mostly mechanism / observational
2 of 2 studies with measurable effects showed benefit.
Top outcomes
Shared outcomes (1)
Outcomes where both Omega-3 and Sage have evidence — compare verdict strength side-by-side.
2-3g combined EPA+DHA daily
With meals containing fat
Triglyceride form fish oil
300–600 mg standardized extract daily
With breakfast, With dinner (split dosing)
Standardized extract (300–600 mg, 2.5% rosmarinic acid)
4-8 weeks
2-4 weeks
Immediate
4-12 weeks
4–8 weeks
4–8 weeks
4–8 weeks
8–12 weeks
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.
Systematic review of clinical trials assessing pharmacological properties of Salvia species on memory, cognitive impairment and Alzheimer's disease.
CNS Neuroscience & Therapeutics (2014) · Systematic review
Multiple clinical trials demonstrated improvements in memory and attention in healthy young adults following acute and chronic Salvia officinalis or Salvia lavandulaefolia administration.
Exploring the therapeutic impact of Salvia officinalis on lipid and oxidative stress markers in patients with polycystic ovary syndrome - a randomized placebo-controlled clinical trial.
BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies (2025) · Rct · n=60
Women with PCOS receiving Salvia officinalis extract showed significant reductions in total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, and triglycerides compared to the placebo group.
Salvia officinalis extract in the treatment of patients with mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease
J Clin Pharm Ther (2003) · Rct · n=42
Significant improvement in ADAS-cog and CDR-SB scores vs placebo (P<0.003)
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 multiple RCTs showing improvements in word recall, working memory, and attention. Effects varied by specific cognitive domain and population. Most studies used standardized extracts.
AI-estimated from published studies. Interpret as directional guidance.
Omega-3 has a higher evidence score (9/10 vs 6/10) and wins in 3 of 3 categories.
For reduce inflammation, Omega-3 has a higher relevance score (90 vs 60).
No known interactions between Omega-3 and Sage have been documented in our database. However, always consult a healthcare provider before combining supplements.