Omega-3s: Algae, fish, krill and controversy
On June 6-8, NutraIngredients-USA headed to Boston for the GOED Exchange, where the great and good of the omega-3 industry gathered to share new research and discuss the latest industry developments.
But it was also a busy month on the research front, with results both positive and negative.
Omega-3s may lower heart failure risk by 15%: Meta-analysis
Omega-3 dementia benefits questioned by new Cochrane review
Omega-3’s anti-inflammatory potential shows in overweight people
Omega-3 or B vitamins fail to benefit depressive symptoms, but low doses may be at fault
Could null pharma trials negatively impact omega-3 dietary supplements?
On the commercial front, meanwhile, Neptune presented a bullish picture of the prospects for krill oil within the market… Neptune: ‘Krill oil is the fastest growing ingredient in the omega-3 market’
…While Nordic Naturals tapped into demand for fish oil alternatives with a new algal omega launch... Nordic Naturals taps into demand for ‘fishless fish oil’ with new algal EPA/DHA products
