July 24th 2024
The Canadian companies have joined forces to create more cost-effective and bioavailable fortification of plant-based omega-3s.
Researchers discover anti-inflammatory compounds resulting from Ahiflower omega-3 oil
December 17th 2018Researchers have discovered two novel anti-inflammatory compounds that are converted from eicosatetraenoic acid (ETA), a long-chain omega-3 fatty acid elevated by the consumption of Ahiflower oil.
Omega-3 VITAL study results “better than expected” despite negative primary findings, GOED says
November 13th 2018Although researchers did not find a reduction in the primary endpoint of significantly reducing major CVD events, the study did reveal some positive, statistically significant benefits, the association says.
GOED targets health practitioners with new omega-3 educational campaign
October 2nd 2018The Global Organization for EPA and DHA Omega-3s is making a push to spread awareness of omega-3s among healthcare professionals, including nurse practitioners, physician’s assistants, and pharmacists, with the launch of its new Fats for Life website.
Interaction between omega-3 fatty acids, statins for heart health explored in review
October 1st 2018The review found that the combination of omega-3s and statins for heart health can sometimes be complementary, but can also be antagonistic. The authors note that further intervention studies are needed to explore the interaction.
REDUCE-IT omega-3 study results show efficacy of EPA-only drug for heart disease
September 25th 2018Amarin Corp., maker of Vascepa, a high-concentration EPA-only omega-3 drug for heart health, published the topline results from its large-scale Reduction of Cardiovascular Events with EPA Intervention Trial (REDUCE-IT).