Omega-3s & nutritional oils

Ismail implores omega-3 industry to show leadership in supporting science, consumer research

12-Feb-2018 By Hank Schultz

In his final address to the omega-3 sector as a whole, outgoing GOED executive director Adam Ismail said the industry has unlimited potential, which it can reach only if it bands together to control its message and support the ingredients’ health benefits...

Sunflower oil consumption linked to liver damage in rats

07-Feb-2018 By Tim Cutcliffe

Lifelong intake of sunflower oil induced structural changes in the livers of rats, increasing their risk of liver disease in later life, according to a recent study in the Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry.

High DHA fish oils linked to immune boost in humans

06-Feb-2018 By Stephen Daniells

Daily supplementation with high DHA fish oil concentrate may support a healthy immune response in middle-aged obese adults, according to data from a new pilot study on humans.

Industry groups cite flaws in JAMA Cardiology paper downplaying omega-3’s cardiovascular benefits

01-Feb-2018 By Adi Menayang

Dietary supplement industry groups have heavily criticized a new meta-analysis in JAMA Cardiology that concluded that omega-3 fatty acid supplementation had no significant impact on fatal or nonfatal coronary heart disease or any major vascular events.

Aker finally achieves scale necessary to boost growth of krill category, CEO says

25-Jan-2018 By Hank Schultz

In a relentless pursuit of 'scale', Aker BioMarine has now become the world's undisputed leader in krill oil supply. The purpose is not mere aggrandizement, but rather, to have the necessary wherewithal to grow the category with science...

Omega-3 intake could present long-awaited relief for cancer patients with mucositis: Iran RCT

24-Jan-2018 By Cheryl Tay

Oral intake of omega-3 fatty acids can help prevent and treat wounds caused by mucositis in cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy, according to researchers in Iran.

Neptune to partner in researching krill oil as CBD carrier, bioavailability enhancer

23-Jan-2018 By Hank Schultz

Neptune Technologies and Bioressources has concluded a partnership to research krill oil combinations with CBD for wellness products as well as possible medical cannabis applications.

Omega-3's bone health benefits underlined in hip fracture meta-analysis

19-Jan-2018 By Gary Scattergood

Higher intake of fish and omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (n-3 PUFAs) is linked to a lower risk of hip fractures.

Omega-3 player Croda acquires Canadian firm specializing in marine microbes

16-Jan-2018 By Hank Schultz

UK-based chemical giant Croda has announced the acquisition of a Canadian microbial technology company on Prince Edward Island.

Is Nestlé leading the charge in €4bn race for Merck’s vitamin and supplements business?

12-Jan-2018 By Nathan Gray

Multiple reports peg Nestlé as the front runner to buy Merck KGaA’s consumer health unit in a race that could result in a deal worth up to $5 billion (€4.1bn).

Ismail to step down as GOED leader

11-Jan-2018 By Hank Schultz

After more than 10 years guiding the most successful organization of its type within the supplements industry, Adam Ismail has announced he will step down as the executive director of GOED at the end of February.

Multivitamin plus omega-3s may be ‘safe, economical and effective means for lowering diabetes risk’: Study

08-Jan-2018 By Stephen Daniells

People at high risk of developing diabetes may benefits from combined supplementation with multivitamins with omega-3s, according to a new study.

Omega-3s and heart rate: Meta-analysis provides ‘strong clinical evidence’ for benefits

05-Jan-2018 By Stephen Daniells

Data from 51 randomized controlled trials support the ability of the omega-3s eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) to reduce heart rate, report researchers from Soochow University (China) and DSM Nutritional Products.

Omega-3 may protect against DNA damage in vascular cells: Study

02-Jan-2018 By Stephen Daniells

The potential heart health benefits of omega-3s may be linked (in part at least) to their ability to protect the DNA in the cells lining blood vessels, according to a study from Japanese researchers.

Microalgae in cow diet can deliver more omega 3 in cheese

20-Dec-2017 By Jim Cornall

A PhD student at Harper Adams University in the UK has successfully increased the level of long chain omega-3 while reducing the level of saturated fatty acids in cheese, and producing the same the taste, by feeding microalgae to cows.

Guest article

The Year in Omega-3s

18-Dec-2017 By Adam Ismail, Executive Director, GOED

Optimism and uncertainty seemed to define the omega-3 universe in 2017, which may seem strange since these two attributes are seemingly at opposite ends of an emotional spectrum. However, when an industry has gone through the type of turbulence the omega-3...

Omega-3 enriched chicken and eggs boost health: study

13-Dec-2017 By Noli Dinkovski

Eating chicken and eggs fortified with omega-3 has been associated with a series of health benefits, according to a pioneering study.

Polyunsaturated fats linked with lower asthma and allergy risk in teens: Study

11-Dec-2017 By Tim Cutcliffe

Higher blood levels of polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) in young children are associated with a reduction in the risk of allergies and asthma as teenagers, reports a new study in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology.

Polaris targets vegan audience with “greener” omega-3 encapsulation

07-Dec-2017 By Will Chu

Biotechnology firm Polaris now make available its omega-3 algal oil in a vegetable-based capsule designed as an animal-free alternative to traditional gelatin capsules.

Omega-3 may keep your gut bacteria in balance: Mouse data

04-Dec-2017 By Tim Cutcliffe

Mice deprived of omega-3 in their diet experience significant disruption to their gut bacteria make-up, new data suggests from the APC Microbiome Institute suggests.

GOED and William Reed announce global events partnership to support omega-3 industry

21-Nov-2017 By Stephen Daniells

The Global Organization for EPA and DHA Omega-3s (GOED) and William Reed, publishers of NutraIngredients, are pleased to announce a collaboration to expand the number of global touchpoints for the omega-3 community.

Are omega-6 fats inflammatory? Perhaps not, suggests study

17-Nov-2017 By Tim Cutcliffe

The widely held belief that omega-6 polyunsaturated fatty acids (n-6 PUFAs) promote low-grade inflammation is not supported by new evidence published in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition.

RCT backs targeted medical nutrition drink for muscle-wasting benefits

14-Nov-2017 By Tim Cutcliffe

A targeted medical nutrition drink containing omega-3, vitamin D, protein and a combination of polyphenols has been found to improve symptoms of cachexia, a muscle-wasting disease that is common in COPD patients.

Omega fatty acid blend show promise in tackling ADHD

14-Nov-2017 By Will Chu

A combination of Omega 3 and 6 fatty acids may have a supporting role alongside other therapies for attention deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD), a review article outlines.

Benefits of moderate fish consumption in pregnancy may outweigh mercury effects, suggests study

09-Nov-2017 By Tim Cutcliffe

Moderate fish and seafood consumption during pregnancy is linked to better language and communication skills inchildren at age five, according to a recent Norwegian study published in Environment International.

Let them eat caviar: UK manufacturer riding Asia's omega-3 wave to success

03-Nov-2017 By Cheryl Tay

UK manufacturer Tom Oliver Nutrition is capitalising on Asia's growing omega-3 market to further its expansion into the region.

TWO YEAR TRIAL FAILED TO MEET PRIMARY END-POINT – BUT EXPERTS SAY STUDY MAY STILL HAVE POSITIVES

Major EU-funded Alzheimer’s trial reveals ‘mixed’ results for daily nutrition drink

31-Oct-2017 By Nathan Gray

Daily consumption of a drink containing a specific combination of essential fatty acids, vitamins and other nutrients does not improve key markers of Alzheimer’s progression, but may aid everyday cognitive performance, reports a two-year clinical study.

Omega-3 fish oil supplements linked to lower CHD death risk: Study

18-Oct-2017 By Will Chu

Omega-3 fish oils are associated with a lower risk of dying from coronary heart disease, according to a study that highlights the protective effect of complementing the diet with these supplements.

GOED: The biggest opportunity is to educate healthcare providers in primary care

12-Oct-2017 By Stephen Daniells

A new education program by GOED will seek to target primary care practitioners, with the focus on educating the people most likely to influence consumer purchases of the omega-3s.

GOED publishes guidelines for omega-3 oxidation control

09-Oct-2017 By Stephen Daniells

The Global Organization for EPA and DHA Omega-3s (GOED) has developed “GOED Best-Practice Guidelines on Oxidation Control” to help the industry to avoid oxidation issues and produce the highest quality products available.

Which frying oil is best for more nutrients and less acrylamide?

09-Oct-2017 By Niamh Michail

Manufacturers prefer mono-unsaturated vegetable oils for frying potatoes – but which ones are best at preserving potato nutrients and keeping acrylamide to a minimum?

Algae in action: Noblegen uses 'facilitated expression' to create designer oils, proteins, nutraceuticals via microbial fermentation

05-Oct-2017 By Elaine Watson

We’re still just scratching the surface when it comes to unlocking the potential of microbial fermentation to manufacture food ingredients, says Canadian bioengineering firm Noblegen, which is developing a new breed of designer oils, proteins, and nutraceuticals...

Omega-3: We all know it’s healthy but we still don’t consume enough

02-Oct-2017 By Tim Cutcliffe

People are aware of the health benefits long-chain omega-3 fatty acids and that fish is a good source of these fats. But knowing this is not enough to make us optimise our status, suggests new research.

Biochemists discover what makes olive oil help with weight loss

19-Sep-2017 By Emma Jane Cash

Biochemist researchers at Virginia Tech have uncovered the compounds responsible for olive oil’s ability to help with weight loss, shedding new light on the health benefits of a Mediterranean diet.

SPECIAL EDITION: OMEGA-3

Fish oil may help your genes to ward off inflammation

19-Sep-2017 By Tim Cutcliffe

The role of omega-3 long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (n-3 LC-PUFAs) in inflammatory diseases involves a diverse and complex set of mechanisms, reports a recent study in Nutrition.

How can firms enhance and improve omega-3 fish oil extraction?

18-Sep-2017 By Will Chu

There is much room to improve omega-3 fish oil’s green credentials for environmental, health and economic reasons as firms seek to shift from energy intensive extraction methods and organic solvent use.

Australia

Scientists develop cooking oil to combat mercury pollution

18-Sep-2017 By RJ Whitehead

Waste cooking oil from cafes and fast food outlets is being used to capture mercury pollution from Australian mine sites and industrial plants.

Could eating avocados and olive oil make you smarter?

14-Sep-2017 By Tim Cutcliffe

Consumption of monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFAs), found in olive oil, avocados and nuts, is linked to general intelligence according to a recent study in Neuroimage.

SCIENCE SHORT

Prenatal PUFA deficiency linked to schizophrenia: Animal data

06-Sep-2017 By Tim Cutcliffe

Lack of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids in early pregnancy may lead to schizophrenia-like symptoms in their offspring as adults, according to a new mouse study.

Omega-3 may help fight fatty liver disease, says pilot study

04-Sep-2017 By Tim Cutcliffe

Supplementation with high-dose omega-3 improved markers of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), according to a recent pilot study in European Journal of Clinical Nutrition.

Nutraceuticals from microalgae: Many achievements ... but challenges remain

31-Aug-2017 By Tim Cutcliffe

Algae have long been touted as a source of novel functional ingredients and bioactive compounds, and while great progress has been made in commercialising certain nutraceutical ingredients, there are many challenges ahead. In this special edition article...

Algal cultivation blooming as production methods look to unleash its power

31-Aug-2017 By Will Chu

Despite the promise algae has shown as a source of food, feed and fertilizers, technology to cultivate this group of relatively simple, plant-like organisms, to commercial levels remains off the pace.

DSM finishes sale of pharma assets to US firm

30-Aug-2017 By Hank Schultz

DSM has completed a major milestone in its restructuring into a smaller, more profitable and more focused company as it finalized the sale of its pharmaceutical manufacturing assets to US-based Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc.

Aker shuts lone krill oil plant due to Houston flooding

29-Aug-2017 By Hank Schultz

Widespread flooding in Houston has caused Aker BioMarine to close its lone krill oil processing facility there as a precautionary measure, the company announced today.

Rimfrost says review of two of Aker's US patents gives it leverage

29-Aug-2017 By Hank Schultz

A ruling by the US Patent and Trademark Office has reignited the krill wars, with Norwegian company Rimfrost AS claiming the ruling could invalidate all of the claims relating to two patents held by rival Aker BioMarine AS.

Omega-3 supplements may slash cardiac death risk: Meta-analysis

23-Aug-2017 By Stephen Daniells

Consumption of omega-3 supplements may reduce the risk of cardiac death by an average of 8%, according to results of a new meta-analysis that pooled data from over 70,000 people.

Short-term fish oil consumption helps prevents type 2 diabetes in people with existing metabolic disorders: Meta-analysis

15-Aug-2017 By Cheryl Tay

Fish oil supplementation can increase insulin sensitivity and reduce the risk of diabetes among metabolic disorder sufferers, according to a new meta-analysis by Chongqing Medical University.

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