- No heat: Our oil is raw and never exceeds room temperature! Every other cod liver oil manufacturer uses heat multiple times in excess of 300°. Even “cold-processed” cod liver oil gets superheated during molecular distillation and deodorization.
- No chemicals: Rosita does not bleach or deodorize the cod liver oil.
- Exposure to light and air is minimal: All work is done in a cool, dimly lit facility.
- No metal ever touches it: As reactive metals can accelerate oxidation, even the knives used to harvest the livers are ceramic.
- Not winterized: Most cod liver oil is “winterized”, an industrial term that takes the oil to well below freezing to remove saturated fats, waxes and stearins that will solidify as it cools. Without winterization, Rosita oil keeps the full spectrum of nutritious fats and is better protected against oxidation
- And it’s not fermented: With fermented cod liver oil, the oil is released after the livers have decomposed over a 6-month period. Rosita EVCLO is raw, fresh and produced within hours of catching the wild Atlantic cod.
Every step in how Rosita’s cod liver oil is produced has been meticulously developed to minimize damage to cod liver oil’s precious nutrient cargo.
Rosita’s carefully handcrafted, raw and minimally processed cod liver oil has astounded marine oil experts with its exceptional quality and low rancidity.
Each batch consistently shines.
But that’s not all…
Rosita goes beyond sustainability: They are the fishermen
To make good cod liver oil, you need to start with good healthy livers, harvested from good healthy fish from good, clean waters.
And the only way you can do this is to know the fishermen who start the whole process.
Every liver that’s used in our Extra Virgin Cod Liver Oil is harvested from fish the Rosita team catches themselves in the pristine waters of the Helgeland coast of northern Norway.
- They come from a long line of fisherman!
- They use only their own small fishing boats.
- Every fisherman who fishes is part of the Rosita “family.”
- And every fisherman fishing for Rosita uses only lines – no nets.
Rosita doesn’t make mass purchases from anonymous fishing fleets that have some industry created marine fishing counsel monitoring their activities. Just like when you know your farmer, you know where your food is coming from and how it’s processed.
Rosita knows the fishermen, as the fishermen are part of Rosita!
And every Rosita fisherman loves the pristine waters they fish in with all their heart, which have been near their homes for generations. This is because fishing sustainably is not just an idea. It’s a way of life.
Further, when the Rosita fishermen return from each trip, they inspect each fish and liver individually. The livers are removed with a ceramic blade (not metal), and then quickly moved to the crafting facility overlooking the chilly waters, where the cod liver oil is made in small batches within hours.
How Rosita Extra Virgin Cod Liver Oil is crafted
As we touched on above, each batch of Rosita EVCLO is carefully handcrafted without heat, chemicals or exposure to metal in Rosita’s dimly lit, cool facility (as light and heat accelerate oxidation).
First, after removing the livers from the fish, they gently expose them to near-winter conditions (like the cold waters where the fish swim). They then gently allow them to warm them up to just a bit above freezing. This gradual shift in temperature and pressure breaks down the liver cells. Within an hour or two, they release the oil with all its nutritional goodness.
The oil is then gently filtered using a natural marine material that absorbs contaminants like a magnet for easy removal. Next, the oil goes through a series of paper filters. Each batch is tested twice to meet strict EU standards for export and to ensure they’re free of heavy metals and contaminants.
In addition, tiny amounts of a carefully selected organic rosemary extract and full spectrum vitamin E is added to ensure freshness.
Each bottle is then nitrogen flushed to remove any oxygen and protect the contents from oxidation. This protects the cod liver oil even when shipped or stored in extreme heat, since oxidation cannot occur in the absence of oxygen.
As a result, you get a delicate, fish flavored – almost buttery – fresh and nutrient-rich oil.* It’s as close to the oil in the living cod fish liver as you can get!
Nutritional benefits of cod liver oil*
As you know, Rosita EVCLO is a source of naturally occurring vitamins A and D, and omega-3 fatty acids. It also has the full spectrum of omega fats!
To name just a few benefits, omega-3s are known for reducing inflammation, preserving brain health and fostering child development.
Vitamin D helps maintain the the health of bones and teeth and supports the immune, brain and nervous systems.
And vitamin A is an important antioxidant that helps soothe free radical damage and thereby, inflammation levels. It also supports healthy skin.
Dosing
Please consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before adding any supplement to your diet regimen. Be advised that these dosing recommendations are not based on individual IUs per serving size and may differ for some individuals. It is important to begin with just drops for any small child, baby, or sensitive teen, and work gradually toward a therapeutic dose, if it’s needed. Remember that what is therapeutic for one individual may not be for the next.
EVCLO can be taken on its own or mixed with foods which are at a temperature not greater than 37ºC (98.6ºF).
- Adults: 1/2 to 1 teaspoon daily or as needed, with food.
- Children and sensitive individuals: 1 to 4 drops daily or as needed, with food.
- Infants (4 months and older, as approved by doctor): 1 to 3 drops daily as needed. Drops may be administered by spoon or by dropper prior to feeding.
- Pregnant and nursing mothers: Do not exceed more than ¼ teaspoon daily. Take as needed. Best taken with food.
Important: The supplements we carry are premium, pure and potent. Therefore, it’s critically important to start slowly, with a lower dosage than recommended. For example, a very small dose every other day, or even once a week, until you can determine how the supplement affects your body and what dose feels right for you.
Storage
Proper storage is critical to conserving the nutritional properties of Rosita EVCLO. Once opened, light and heat accelerate the rate of oxidation when the oil is exposed to oxygen. Each bottle of EVCLO liquid has been nitrogen flushed before sealing to remove oxygen from the bottle.
Once the bottle has been opened and the contents are exposed to oxygen, please keep the oil away from direct sources of heat and sunlight and recap/refrigerate immediately after use.
Upon receipt of your Rosita EVCLO, please refrigerate the bottle.
If the bottle arrives warm, wait until it is chilled before opening and taking a dose.
For long-term storage, unopened bottles can be stored in the freezer for up to two years and in the refrigerator for up to one year.
Once opened, EVCLO liquid must be consumed within three months.
NOTE: The oil may become cloudy, thicken or have pockets of stearins (the fatty acids) when refrigerated or frozen. This is a good thing! There is no cause for concern and is a sign that the oil contains all of its natural full spectrum omegas (3,4, 6, 7, 9 and 11) and vitamins.
To redistribute the fats, gently shake before use.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Disclaimer: Please consult with your physician before using Rosita EVCLO, or taking this product if you are pregnant or lactating, diabetic, allergic to fish or iodine, using blood thinners, anticipate surgery, have a diagnosed cardiovascular condition, nutrient absorption issues, dealing with a chronic disease, bleeding or immune system disorders. Keep out of reach of children.
