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Whether fish-derived or vegetarian, omega-3 has become a household term. Supplement sales continue to grow, and more and more foods are being fortified with the healthy fatty acids. But getting omega-3 foods into the mainstream remains a challenge.

Polyphenols may protect omega-3 formulations

03-Sep-2009 - The shelf-life of omega-3 formulations may be extended by adding quercetin, an antioxidant polyphenol found in onion, apples, and tea, suggests a new study.

Martek profits hold as customers downsize omega-3 stocks

03-Sep-2009 - Martek Biosciences Corporation has almost matched its Q3 profit results from 2008, despite sales falling 12 per cent, as cost-cutting measures and productivity gains have bolstered its results despite dwindling customer stock levels.

DHA daily dose pin-pointed for optimal heart benefits?

01-Sep-2009 - A daily 200 mg dose of DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) is enough for preventing cardiovascular disease in healthy men, says a small study from France.

Omega-3, vitamin E mix shows potential for autistic speech

19-Aug-2009 - A combination of omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin E may lead to speech improvements in autistic children with verbal disorders, suggests a new study.

Omega-3 test to determine heart disease risk

19-Aug-2009 - A take-home kit that allows consumers to measure their omega-3 levels claims to be a better predictor of heart disease risk than cholesterol levels, while having the potential to act as an efficacy measure.

More omega-3, less omega-6 for colorectal protection

12-Aug-2009 - Increasing the intake of omega-3 fatty acids, and decreasing intakes of omega-6, could reduce the risk of colorectal cancer, suggests a new study from China.

Omega-3 fish oils linked to better semen quality

10-Aug-2009 - Infertile men have lower levels of omega-3 fatty acids in their sperm than fertile men, suggests new research that opens up the possibility for supplements to boost sperm quality.

Omega-3 review: Half a gram needed for heart benefits

04-Aug-2009 - The science behind the cardiovascular health benefits of omega-3 fatty acids supports recommended daily levels of 500 mg, according to a ‘state-of-the-art’ review.

Supplement users may have better cancer survival: Study

31-Jul-2009 - Lung cancer patients who were regular dietary supplement users prior to diagnosis may have better survival chances than non-users, says a new study from Norway.

Nutrigenomics explains omega-3’s immune health benefits

30-Jul-2009 - Omega-3-rich fish oil beneficially affects gene expression, says a new nutrigenomic study that enhances our understanding of the health benefits of omega-3.

Boost DHA intake for premature babies, say researchers

24-Jul-2009 - Damage that can occur in the first four weeks of a premature baby’s life can be significantly reduced if DHA levels are increased, researchers have found.

Omega-3 consumers unaware of benefits: Unilever survey

23-Jul-2009 - Most Canadian seniors actively seek out omega-3 food products, but many amongst them are still not clear about the specific health benefits of the fats, according to a survey sponsored by Unilever Canada.

Omega-3 may prevent blindness in the elderly: Study

23-Jul-2009 - A diet high in omega-3 fatty acids may prevent the development of age-related macular degeneration (AMD), the leading cause of blindness in the over-50s, suggests a new study.

Omega-3 linked to lower body weight: Study

21-Jul-2009 - Increased blood levels of the omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA is linked to lower incidence of obesity, suggesting a role for fish oils in weight management.

Sales slide for krill player amid plant expansion

16-Jul-2009 - Leading krill player, Neptune Technologies & Bioressources, has seen sales slip by eight per cent to $2.88 million, from $3.13m in Q1 in 2008, but has put in place plant expansion and continued with acquisitions.

Omega-3 DHA boosts memory for healthy adults, not Alzheimer’s sufferers

13-Jul-2009 - Daily supplements with the omega-3 fatty acid docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) may improve both memory function and heart health in healthy older adults, according to a new study from Martek.

Fish oil during pregnancy may slash infant allergy

09-Jul-2009 - Supplements of omega-3-rich fish oils during pregnancy may reduce the risk of food allergy and eczema in children, according to a new study from Sweden.

Rat study: Krill beats fish omega-3s in battling metabolic dysfunctions

30-Jun-2009 - Omega-3s sourced from krill are more effective than fish oil in combating some metabolic symptoms including raised fat levels in the heart and liver and violent mood swings in obese individuals, according to Italian researchers.

Omega-3 deficiency causes 96,000 US deaths per year, say researchers

26-Jun-2009 - Omega-3 deficiency is the sixth biggest killer of Americans and more deadly than excess trans fat intake, according to a new study.

Major US trial to examine heart and cancer benefits of vitamin D, omega-3

23-Jun-2009 - The US government is backing what is said to be the largest randomized trial of vitamin D and marine omega-3, to examine their impact on the reduction of heart disease and cancer.

Omega-3 may boost heart health for diabetics

23-Jun-2009 - Daily supplements of omega-3 fatty acids may reduce levels of compound in the blood of diabetics linked to heart disease, says a new study from Iran.

Omega-3 plus AREDS supplement works for eye health: Study

16-Jun-2009 - Higher intakes of the omega-3 fatty acids, combined with the age related eye disease and nutrition (AREDS) supplement, may reduce the risk of AMD, says a new study.

Omega-3 science review supports DRI for heart benefits

09-Jun-2009 - A comprehensive review of studies on the benefits of omega-3 consumption has led scientists to recommend the establishment of a Dietary Reference Intake (DRI) for EPA and DHA to reduce the risk of heart disease.

Dispatches from IFT

Frutarom drinks to functional beverages at IFT

09-Jun-2009 - Frutarom is demonstrating the fruits of its latest acquisition by showcasing a range of functional beverage prototypes at the institute of Food Technologists (IFT) trade show in Anaheim, California.

Neptune enlists Bayer to develop drug-grade omega-3 krill

08-Jun-2009 - Neptune Technologies & Bioressources, the world’s leading krill supplier, has inked a deal with Bayer HealthCare to develop pharma-grade products in the US, as it continues its policy of partnering with key players in the functional foods, nutra, cosmetics and pharma worlds.

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