Omega-3

Guardion Health Sciences Inc. has launched Viactiv Omega Boost gel bites, the company’s first expansion of the Viactiv brand since Guardion acquired it in June 2021.

Prodalim Resources is presenting prototypes of its Capsoil FoodTech platform that turns bioactive oils, including nutritional oils, fat-soluble vitamins, and lipid-based nutrients, into water-soluble powders.

An organization devoted to advancing the science of fatty acids, the Fatty Acid Research Institute, has announced the addition of three scientists to its team of researchers.

The vitamin D and omega-3 trial (VITAL) is a nationwide, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial with a two-by-two factorial design. The study consisted of 25,871 participants, 12,786 of which were men aged 50 or over, and 13,085 of which were women aged 55 or over.

COVID will continue to impact supplement retailing. But instead of scrambling to adjust, brands have the opportunity to hone their omnichannel strategy and improve long-distance retail relationships.

Multivitamins and popular ingredients like phosphatidylserine and bacopa will continue driving interest.

Results showed that treatment with krill oil reduced triglycerides by 26% after 12 weeks, compared to 15.1% in the placebo group.

Nutritional Outlook’s Editorial Advisory Board shares its predictions and tips for success in 2022.

Wiley Companies announced that its DHA-rich AlaskOmega fish oil was used in the triple-blind, randomized controlled clinical feeding trial evaluating the effects of polyunsaturated fatty acid composition in ready-to-use therapeutic food (RUTF) on neurocognitive recovery in children with severe acute malnutrition.

The Global Organization for EPA and DHA Omega-3s, in partnership with Trust Transparency Center, published a report, Consumer Perceptions on Omega-3 Supplements, with market research on supplement consumers in the United States.

Nature's Crops' Greg Cumberford discusses the advantages of Ahiflower as a plant-based source for omegas, and new clinical data that is on the way.

Wiley's Finest CEO Greg Lindsey discussed future growth markets for omega-3 ingredients, including a currently underexplored category: mood support.

The entire omega-3 space is bubbling with innovation as investigations grow into unanticipated health effects, “new” omega-3s, and a widening role for plant-based sources.

Ingredients by Nature has announced its partnership with the Canadian firm Virentia, in preparation for the launch of a new chloroplast concentrate made from alfalfa, called ChloroBlast.

Nuseed Nutritional U.S. Inc. says a new consumer survey revealed that 64% of U.S. vitamin/mineral/supplement (VMS) consumers prefer a plant-based source of omega-3 fatty acids.

Targeting North American customers, the VivoMega softgel sampling program will ship a full month’s worth of softgels along with a label and look “that portrays the quality that VivoMega promises.”

A new silica ingredient helps supplement and food formulators turn liquid, waxy, or oily active ingredients, such as omega-3 fatty acids and botanical extracts, into free-flowing powders.

The spirulina line is well suited to the vegan market and is rich in plant proteins, dietary fiber, essential amino acids, the antioxidant phycocyanin, iron, vitamin B12, and omega-3 fatty acids.

New research will investigate whether the odd chain fatty acid pentadecanoic acid will reduce the risk of metabolic syndrome in young adults.

Wiley Companies (Coshocton, OH) appointed Greg Lindsey as CEO of its consumer brand, Wiley’s Finest.

The report shows the EPA and DHA Omega-3 market saw modest growth in 2020.

Aker BioMarine has announced a new halal-certified krill oil called Superba SC40.

Nutriterra Total Omega-3 Canola Oil is “the world’s first plant-based source of long-chain omega-3 fatty acids,” the company claims, as it combines omega-3 fatty acids DHA, EPA, and alpha-linolenic acid (ALA).

The Marine Bioproducts Cooperative Research Centre (MB-CRC) will work to fast-track the growth of Australia’s marine bio-industries to meet the growing global demand for plant-based proteins, nutraceuticals, omega-3 oils, cosmetics, agrochemicals, bioplastics, and more.

Forest Remedies launches two new vegan gummy supplements with Ahiflower from Natures Crops International.