Vegetarian Plant-Based DHA
Scored by the Formulate Research Team · Last reviewed July 2026
Score Breakdown
Three factors carry this score; three more are checked separately and can only take points away. Hover or tap to see what drove each one.
Ingredients per Serving
Certifications & Testing
Other Ingredients
Food Starch, Modified, Carrageenan, Glycerin, Sorbitol, Water, Purified, Mixed Tocopherols, Rosemary Extract, Ascorbyl Palmitate
Recommended Use
Directions: Adults: take one soft gel daily at mealtime.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carlson Vegetarian Plant-Based DHA's Formulate score?
Carlson Vegetarian Plant-Based DHA scores 70 out of 100 (grade B) on Formulate's ingredient-level rubric: clinical evidence, dose accuracy and bioavailability carry the score, while manufacturing, transparency and safety are checked separately and can only deduct.
Is Carlson Vegetarian Plant-Based DHA worth it?
Carlson Vegetarian Plant-Based DHA scores 70/100 (grade B). That's an above-average result — most of its doses and ingredient forms are well-chosen, with only minor gaps in dosing, transparency, or testing. Formulate grades every product with the same automated rubric, so the score reflects the formula — not marketing or sponsorships.
What's in Carlson Vegetarian Plant-Based DHA?
Each serving contains Algal Oil (830 mg). Serving size: 1 Softgel(s). 30 servings per container.
How do I take vegetarian plant-based dha?
Directions: Adults: take one soft gel daily at mealtime.
Who makes Vegetarian Plant-Based DHA?
Vegetarian Plant-Based DHA is made by Carlson. See Formulate's full grade and product lineup for Carlson on its brand page.
Is Carlson Vegetarian Plant-Based DHA third-party tested?
Carlson lists the following certifications and testing for this product: FDA Registered, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free.
Related Supplements
Track vegetarian plant-based dha in your stack
Build a personalized supplement stack free in your browser — no install. Flag dose overlaps and interactions, and keep every product scored against the latest evidence.
Is Vegetarian Plant-Based DHA right for your goals?
Two questions, then every ingredient graded against what you're actually trying to do — plus what it costs per effective dose.
Build my stack2 questions · free · no account needed to start
Also on iPhone — get the free app
Evidence-based supplement guides, no spam
We send a short digest when new guides drop — nothing else. No affiliate pushes, no sponsored content, unsubscribe anytime.
Disclosure. Formulate may earn a commission from purchases made through links on this page. Commissions never influence scores — every product is graded by the same automated rubric. This page is for educational purposes only and does not replace advice from a qualified healthcare provider.