Omega-3

Algarithm Ingredients has launched a new line of algal omega-3 concentrates called thetamega3 for the North American market.

The wellness industry faces a double-edged sword: its products have never been more popular, but production hurdles have never been higher.

The Council for Responsible Nutrition released detailed results of its latest consumer surveys on U.S. dietary supplement usage in 2020 during its virtual “NOW, NEW, NEXT” conference last week.

Omega-3 innovation is high, from plant-based options to better delivery, boosted bioavailability, and higher concentrations made easier.

Aker BioMarine has earned its third consecutive certification from The Marine Stewardship Council following an independent assessment of its Antarctic krill fishery.

Corbion, in partnership with IQI Trusted Petfood Ingredients, is expanding its AlgaPrime DHA to the European and North American pet-food industry.

A recent study found a synergistic supplement formula containing mixed tocotrienols, curcumin, omega-3s, astaxanthin, and other nutrients significantly reduced inflammatory markers and systolic blood pressure in healthy subjects.

Natures Crops International, producer of plant-based Ahiflower oil, is hosting a virtual event, “Finding Ahiflower,” on Wednesday, Sept. 23 at 10 – 11 a.m. ET.

A recent study found that supplementation with krill oil (SuperbaBoost from Aker BioMarine Antarctic AS) helped support choline levels during long-distance, high-intensity exercise.

A study published in the American Journal of Epidemiology found an inverse relationship between Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and interstitial lung disease.

Stratum Nutrition and KD Pharma created a partnership to develop a joint-health formula, MOVE3, combining Stratum's NEM brand eggshell membrane and KD Pharma's marine omega oils KD-Pür.

APOE4—a gene variant linked to inflammation in the brain and a known factor for increasing Alzheimer’s disease risk may reduce delivery of DHA and EPA to the brain before the onset of cognitive impairment, requiring higher doses of DHA.

Medicascy Artificial Intelligence Solutions Platform is a new technology that uses artificial intelligence to predict, in just a few weeks, where ingredients will have significant impact, cutting research and development time while improving the product.

Supplement brands that cater to savvy seniors had better consider the demographic’s unique needs when designing their products.

Abitec Corporation has acquired Larodan AB, a manufacturer and international marketer of high purity research-grade lipids.

Thymoquinone, the main bioactive quinone in black seed oil is known to be an antioxidant, and supports inflammation, while omega-3s have been known to support insulin sensitivity and glucose homeostasis in obesity.

Market researchers IRI (Chicago) and SPINS (Chicago) shared these observations during a webcast held on June 10, moderated by the Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN; Washington, DC) and presented by Informa’s Natural Products Insider publication.

Orivo will certify VIK, a krill oil brand, with an origin guarantee for its omega-3 supplements. 

In partnership with Orivo, Pure Orange AS launched a new omega-3 supplement made from sustainable Norwegian salmon oil with zero additives. 

The need for contract manufacturers in today’s complex market has never been greater.

AlaskOmega's new omega-3 powder is designed for food, beverage, and dietary supplement applications.

With dietary supplement supply chains facing potential interruptions due to the global COVID-19 pandemic, and with FDA ceasing routine facility inspections, what will the impact be on dietary supplement safety and quality?

Heart health is a solid category where natural solutions have found fertile ground for the last several years. But it is also crowded and very generic.

While omega-3 supplements play a key role in human health, GOED did not find sufficient data to link intake of EPA and DHA omega-3s to “general” to “viral” immunity benefits.

GOED and market research expert FMCG Gurus are hosting a webinar on global omega-3 consumer behaviors and attitudes  on Thursday, April 30, 11 – 12:00 p.m. EDT.