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Inositol and ALA show synergistic promise in PCOS

21-Jul-2023 By Olivia Haslam

A new review suggests Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA) in combination with the carbocyclic sugar inositol can help manage the mechanisms of action behind the development of PCOS.

Study: High ALA intake reduces risk of all cause mortality by 10%

18-Oct-2021 By Lynda Searby

A meta-analysis of 41 studies has found that a high intake of the omega-3 fatty acid alpha linolenic acid (ALA) is associated with a lower risk of death from all causes, and specifically from diseases of the heart and blood vessels.

High omega-3 consumption may aid in post heart attack recovery, study thinks

30-Oct-2020 By Will Chu

Consuming either omega-3 fatty acids strengthens the heart's membranes as well as patient survival rates as a Spanish study points to a drop in hospital readmission and deaths after a heart attack.

Ahiflower becoming increasingly attractive alternative to fish oil and flaxseed oil

07-Oct-2019 By Danielle Masterson

A new plant seed oil offering high levels of omega-3s from a non-genetically modified crop is taking the omega-3 segment by storm.

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IQ Bar founder: 'I spent months researching what nutrients have the most scientific backing saying they’re good for the brain'

14-Nov-2018 By Adi Menayang

Boston-based start-up IQ Bar recently became one of the first members of the PepsiCo Nutrition Greenhouse incubator. We caught up with founder Will Nitze to learn about how he grew the company.

Study links SDA, ALA to cognitive support, health of region in cerebral cortex

22-May-2017 By Hank Schultz

An intriguing study has linked three long chain fatty acids, including ALA and SDA, to the health of a structure in the brain and the effect on ‘fluid intelligence’ in older subjects.

Study shows Ahiflower oil’s anti-inflammatory and immune potential

14-Mar-2017 By Stephen Daniells

A daily dose of Ahiflower oil from Buglossoides arvensis may increase production of the cytokine IL-10, which plays a role in immunoregulation and inflammation, says a new study.

All forms of omega-3s support health in different ways, flax advocate says

19-Jan-2016 By Hank Schultz

Omega-3s may have been created unequal, but all varieties, plant-based, marine and algal sources, have a potential role in supporting health, a consultant says.

Dietary curcumin may boost brain DHA: Study

07-Apr-2015 By Nathan Gray

Increased intake of curcumin could boost levels of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) in the brain by enhancing its conversion from other omega-3 precursors in the liver, say researchers.

Chia seeds raise blood ALA and EPA levels for postmenopausal women: Study

13-Jul-2012 By Stephen DANIELLS

Consumption of chia seeds, rich in ALA, may increase blood levels of the long chain omega-3 EPA by 30% for postmenopausal women, says a new study from the Appalachian State University and the University of North Carolina.

Marine, but not plant, omega-3s may boost heart health for women: Study

07-Sep-2011 By Stephen Daniells

Long chain omega-3s from marine sources may reduce the risk of heart disease, but alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) from plant sources offered no such benefits, says a new study from Denmark.

GOED names expanded board of directors

25-Feb-2011 By Shane Starling

The Global Organization for EPA and DHA (GOED) has announced its second board expansion within a year with EPAX’s Baldur Hjaltason (pictured) moving from vice-chair to chair to replace Croda’s David Shannon, while DSM Nutritional Products’ Amanda Ruess...