Omega-3s & nutritional oils

Special edition: Omega-3s

Marine omega-3 sources are clearing sustainability bar - so far

21-Feb-2013 By Hank Schultz

Fish oil, an ingredient with a 150-year plus history as a nutraceutical, continues to be the mainstay of the world’s supply of omega-3s.  But, with all of the questions hovering over the health of the oceans, how much longer can suppliers and manufacturers...

Battle of the omega-3 forms: Triglycerides, ethyl esters, or phospholipids?

21-Feb-2013 By Stephen DANIELLS

As the number of omega-3 sources in the market increases, including fish, krill, squid, algae, and plant, suppliers are increasingly using the omega-3 form to differentiate their products. But where does the science currently stand, which questions remain,...

Special edition: Omega-3

Finding the sweet spot in the algal omega-3 market

21-Feb-2013 By Elaine WATSON

Most experts say we have barely scratched the surface when it comes to exploring the commercial potential of microalgae. But who is best-placed to translate this promise into hard cash in the food and dietary supplement market?

Nutrition cluster holds but DSM profits slide 27% as recession bites

20-Feb-2013 By Shane Starling

Royal DSM saw 2012 EBIT (operating) profits fall 27% to €635m from €866m in 2011 – but the human and animal nutrition business it has invested €2.4bn in since 2010 added 6% in profit.

NHCR article 13.5 shakedown

Latest EFSA article 13.5 rejections down to “lousy science”: Consultant

14-Feb-2013 By Shane Starling

There is no surprise in the latest batch of European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) article 13.5 health claim rejections as the science presented in six dossiers was “lousy”, a consultant told us today.

French omega-3 supplier set for home-market margarine debut

13-Feb-2013

French supplier Polaris says it is in talks with a French manufacturer to introduce its omega-3 into a margarine product this year.

Omega-3 and vitamin D may help clear Alzheimer's plaques

12-Feb-2013 By Nathan Gray

Researchers have pinpointed the mechanism behind vitamin D3 and omega-3’s ability to enhance the immune system's ability to clear the brain of amyloid plaques that are associated with Alzheimer's Disease.

EU fisheries 'discard ban' can help meet booming omega-3 oil demand: IFFO

11-Feb-2013 By Sha

Banning European fisherman from throwing away unintended catches and fillet waste can provide a significant boost to fish oil and fish meal supplies, says a global marine ingredients group.

Neptune ups ante by filing unfair trade complaint against krill competitors

30-Jan-2013 By Hank Schultz

In another busy day in the ongoing struggle  among krill oil suppliers over IP protection, a trade complaint was filed, this time with the International Trade Commission, and the re-examination of a patent passed a procedural benchmark that one company...

Flaxseed-fed cows produce omega-3-rich milk, US researchers claim

28-Jan-2013 By Mark Astley

Lactating cows fed flaxseed produce milk containing more omega-3 fatty acids and less saturated fat, US researchers have claimed.

Omega-3 rich diet can boost children’s IQ, says meta-analysis

28-Jan-2013 By Nathan Gray

Supplementing children's diets with fish oil is one of several effective ways to raise a young child’s IQ levels, according to a new report.

Of mice and men: Experts challenge omega-6, omega-3 mouse gut health study

28-Jan-2013 By Stephen Daniells

Leading omega-3 experts have challenged results of a study with mice that found that a diet rich in omega-6 fatty acids may disrupt gut microbiota, and that supplemental fish oil may make things worse.

GOED issues mixed review of EU’s omega-3 labelling plans

21-Jan-2013 By Shane Starling

Mooted labelling changes in the European Union that will place warnings about omega-3 consumption have received a guarded welcome from the global group that represents the sector.

breaking news - update

BASF sees synergies between new acquisition Pronova and Equateq

21-Jan-2013 By Gareth Macdonald

BASF has had its offer for omega-3 API maker Pronova Biopharma accepted by 97.7 per cent of the Norwiegan firm’s shareholders.

Exclusive - update

Odin likely to accept revised offer for Pronova says BASF

18-Jan-2013 By Gareth Macdonald

German chemicals giant BASF expects its revised takeover bid for Norwegian omega-3 API manufacturer Pronova Biopharma ASA to be accepted by resistant shareholders.

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Greece is the word: BASF tells Pronova shareholders revised bid is fair value

15-Jan-2013 By Gareth Macdonald

BASF says revised offer for omega-3 API maker Pronova Biopharma is fair value given recent Greek Government decision to stop reimbursing two key drugs. 

Nutricia launches high dose 1.5g omega-3 Alzheimer’s drink

14-Jan-2013 By Shane Starling

Danone’s specialist nutrition arm, Nutricia, has debuted a pharmacy-only formula for sufferers of early dementia containing 1500mg of omega-3s.

Cutting the fat: Limiting omega-6 during pregnancy may be key to healthy baby weight

14-Jan-2013 By Nathan Gray

Limiting the intake of omega-6 polyunsaturated fats plus boosting the intake of omega-3 fatty acids during pregnancy could lead to a healthier baby with less fat and more muscle, say researchers.

Fish oil plus sterols and B vitamin may improve heart disease risk factors: Pilot study

11-Jan-2013 By Nathan Gray

A mixture of B vitamins, fish oils and plant sterols shows promise in boosting heart health by improving the lipid profile of young people with high levels of cholesterol, according to new research.  

VAT attack: UK trio birth “premium value” online sports nutrition brand

10-Jan-2013 By Shane Starling

Three Myprotein.com directors have left the sports nutrition leader to launch a low-cost, premium supplements brand in the wake of the UK imposing a 20% tax on sports powder perennials like whey protein.

2000-year-old food supplements found in Tuscan shipwreck

08-Jan-2013 By Shane STARLING

Italian researchers have uncovered zinc food supplements thought to treat eye problems from a shipwreck off the coast of Tuscany.

Amazonian omega-3 Inca oil wins EU approval

08-Jan-2013 By Shane Starling

An omega-3 rich oil from the Peruvian Amazon has won EU Novel Foods approval in all foods and food supplements and is being distributed in the European Union by French firm Perles de Gascogne (PdG).

‘Intriguing’ study shows heart health benefits of omega-3-rich yogurt

07-Jan-2013 By Stephen DANIELLS

Daily consumption of omega-3-fortified yogurt may help boost heart health, says a new study that may ‘intrigue CPG companies to begin or continue their formulation efforts’.

Runaway Omega-3 beverage demand ‘can be scary’ – Virun CEO

20-Dec-2012 By Ben BOUCKLEY

Virun CEO Philip Bromley tells Ben Bouckley about the firm’s evolution from drug delivery technology into the beverage sphere, and explains that DHA and EPA Omega-3 oils dominate functional demands from clients.

M&A: BASF extends ProNova offer after only 67% sell; DSM confirms Fortitech buy

19-Dec-2012 By Shane Starling

BASF has extended the bid period for its €650m offer to buy high-dose omega-3 specialist Pronova BioPharma, after only 67.2% of the Norwegian firm’s shareholders  agreed to sell their stakes.

Cholesterol-low cheese ‘highly suited’ for hypertension sufferers - developer

19-Dec-2012 By Mark Astley

Spanish researchers have created a cholesterol-low, reduced salt, fatty acid-enriched cheese, which is “highly suited” to the elderly and those that suffer from hypertension.

BASF nutrition president on high-end omega-3, Equateq and the phood “white space”

13-Dec-2012 By Shane Starling

BASF is moving en masse into omega-3 - especially if its bid for Norwegian player Pronova is approved - but it is technology gained from its May acquisition of a high-dose omega-3 start-up on a remote Scottish island, that is exciting the German giant.

CoQ10 and omega-3 show prostate benefits: RCT data

12-Dec-2012 By Stephen DANIELLS

Daily supplements of coenzyme Q10 and omega-3 may offer potential prostate benefits by reducing levels of a PSA, linked to prostate cancer risk, says a new study.

Fish oil, glucosamine and chondroitin lead the way for anti-inflammatory potential: Study

11-Dec-2012 By Stephen DANIELLS

Regular use of dietary supplements containing fish oil, or glucosamine and chondroitin may reduce markers of inflammation by up to 22%, says a new study.

Multi-nutrient supplement shows big benefits for lung function in asthmatics

07-Dec-2012 By Stephen DANIELLS

A supplement containing a combination of fish oil, probiotics, and extracts from fruit and vegetables may improve lung function in young asthmatics, says a new study from Taiwan.

Does CLA boost bone health for men?

07-Dec-2012 By Stephen DANIELLS

Long-term intakes of conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) may be associated with bone strength in men, says a new study from Canada and Australia, but the conclusions have been questioned by a leading CLA supplier.

Korean pine nut oil shows metabolic benefits: Mouse data

05-Dec-2012 By Stephen DANIELLS

Weight gain from eating a high fat food may be less when the diet is supplemented with pine nut oil, says a new study from Korea and Japan.

Nutricia wins follow-on milk TV ad battle over ‘2x’ nutrient claims

05-Dec-2012 By Shane Starling

Infant and medical food specialist Nutricia has had a UK TV campaign claiming toddlers needed twice the nutrients of adults backed by the watchdog there.

Cholesterol lowering bread: Researcher reveals method using whole grain oats

05-Dec-2012 By Nathan Gray

A new way to produce heart healthy bread from whole grain oats could help industry create a new area of functional bread products backed by EU health claims, according to new research.

Omega-3 may delay metabolic malady and block mental declines: Study

03-Dec-2012 By Nathan Gray

Supplementation with omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA) could postpone the onset of metabolic disorders and associated declines in cognitive functioning, according to new research.

There’s something fishy about this milk… not anymore US scientists claim

30-Nov-2012 By Mark Astley

US researchers claim they have proved it possible to incorporate omega-3 fatty acid-rich fish oil into milk and dairy-based beverages in sufficient amounts to promote health without destroying taste or smell.

Krill wars

Neptune and Aker facing off in court yet again

30-Nov-2012 By RJ Whitehead

Australia is the site of the latest battle between Neptune and Aker Biomarine. In addition to patent strife between the two krill majors in American courts, Canadian Neptune has now announced that it filed opposition to an Aker patent application earlier...

Flaxseed shows blood pressure-lowering potential: Study

30-Nov-2012 By Stephen Daniells

Daily consumption of flaxseed-fortified bakery products may reduce blood pressure levels in patients with peripheral arterial disease (PAD), suggests new data presented at the November American Heart Association 2012 Scientific Sessions.

Hot New Beverage Concepts for 2013: Episode Two

29-Nov-2012 By Ben Bouckley

Adomas Pranevicius, CEO of MyDrink Beverages, gives BeverageDaily.com readers the further lowdown on new non-alcoholic drinks concepts that could set the market alight in 2013.

‘Evidence is strong’ for omega-3’s heart health benefits: Linus Pauling review

29-Nov-2012 By Stephen DANIELLS

The evidence supporting the heart health benefits of omega-3 fatty acids is strong, despite ‘less conclusive’ recent studies, says a new review from the Linus Pauling Institute at Oregon State University.

Neptune to outsource production as part of recovery plan

27-Nov-2012 By Hank Schultz

Neptune Technologies and Bioressources has announced a plan to recover from an explosion and fire at its processing plant in Sherbrooke, Quebec that put a halt to production of  the company’s krill oil products.

Equateq, Cognis and Pronova: “Each are complementary”, says BASF

26-Nov-2012 By Shane Starling

BASF’s ever-expanding nutrition unit says its €644m bid last week bid for Norwegian omega-3 firm, Pronova Biopharma, is as important for its food supplements business as its pharmaceutical operations.

Omega-3 backed for postpartum depression

26-Nov-2012

Increasing the levels of omega-3 fatty acids could help to battle postpartum depression, according to a new review.

Reckitt Benckiser-Schiff: Another giant jumps into nutra space

22-Nov-2012 By Shane STARLING

UK-based consumer goods firm Reckitt Benckiser told NutraIngredients today, “nutrition had been on its radar for awhile”, as it plunged $1.4bn (€1.09bn) to outbid German pharma firm Bayer for the US’s second biggest dietary supplements firm, Schiff Nutrition...

Fluxome finds a last-minute buyer: But is it resveratrol or omega-3 to be sold?

22-Nov-2012 By Shane STARLING

Swiss biotech firm Evolva has agreed to buy undisclosed assets from Fluxome, as it leaves its pure pharma research past in the dust and throws the embattled Danish supplier a lifeline.

Rimfrost taps Aker's Australian krill patents

22-Nov-2012 By RJ Whitehead

Olympic Seafood-owned krill subsidiary Rimfrost has negotiated a long-term, non-exclusive licencing agreement with fellow Norwegian firm Aker BioMarine to secure access to the krill major's patent portfolio in Australia.

BASF bids $823m for GSK omega-3 supplier Pronova Biopharma

21-Nov-2012 By Gareth Macdonald

BASF has made a bid for Pronova Biopharma ASA, underlining its intention to become the dominant player in the pharmaceutical grade omega-3 API market.  

Rise of healthy/functional foods behind UK supplements slip

12-Nov-2012 By Shane Starling

The UK food supplements market has shed 3 million users since 2008, a result of the economic slowdown and more savvy consumers choosing functional and healthier foods, according to Mintel.

Bioriginal to distribute Norwegian krill

08-Nov-2012

Canadian lipid specialist Bioriginal has inked a deal with Olympic Seafood to distribute the Norwegian firm’s krill offerings.

DSM buys Fortitech for €495m; “We are done for awhile”

08-Nov-2012 By Shane Starling

Rampant nutrition business acquirer, Royal DSM, has splashed the cash for the ninth time in two years – this time to the tune of €495m ($634m) on US-based multinational nutrient blending giant, Fortitech (€212m/$270m annual turnover).