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Evonikโs synbiotic enhances omega-3 health benefits: Study
The researchers from Germany compared the efficacy of a synbiotic comprisingย DSM-Firmenichโs bacterial strainย Bacillus megateriumย โDSM 32963 and omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acid (nโ-3 PUFA) fromย AvailOmโ, against a placebo, or fish oil with a similarย nโ-3 PUFA content, in 72 healthy participants over 28 days.ย Results published in the journalย Nutrientsโย showed the synbiotic increased circulating specialized pro-resolving mediators (SPM) precursor…
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Epax launches triple omega 3-9-11 oil for skin health
It is theย first concentrated version of an oil with both long-chain monounsaturated fatty acids (LC-MUFAs) and long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (LC-PUFAs) to offerย complimentary effects for the skin, according to theย Norwegian marine oil manufacturer, a subsidiary of fishery giant Pelagia AS.ย โEPAX Omega 3-9-11 offers the best of both worldsโthe familiar, well-proven omega-3, and the up-and-coming…
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Study links higher omega-3 levels to decreased stroke risk
Conducted by researchers from leading institutions across Australia, Canada, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Iceland, India, Italy, Japan, the Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, Taiwan, the United Kingdom and the United States, the expansive investigation analyzed more than 183,000 subjects across 29 prospective studies.ย โThis paper confirms previous studies that found favorable relationships between omega-3 and stroke risk by…
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The evolution of omega-3s: From heart to brain health
Groundbreaking heart health studies in the 20thโ century now serve as a springboard for a myriad of research into other health conditions, including dementia. The question is not whether omega-3s can promote brain health, it is what new studies scientists can create to further substantiate the evidence. As researchers continue the exploration into omega-3s, NutraIngredients-USA…
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GOED reveals latest science on omegas for immune health
Human studies have found that EPA and DHA may play a protective role in acute lung injury, moderate allergies and allergic diseases, and may enhance immunity during pregnancy and in those with cancer. And animal-based research challenged the notion that fish oil is only immunosuppressive by suggesting immune-enhancing activities. These were keyย findings highlighted from analysis…
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ImperialOel on innovating within a shifting omega-3 market
Oliver Kromer, CEO of ImperalOel, underlines the importance of identifying sustainable solutions, explaining: โIn the EU, the FDA recommends 250 milligrams of EPA and DHA per day. There are other recommendations that are even higher than thatโฆ so if you look at the global population and if every human being took that amount, then we…
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Ahiflower Oil matches marine DHA for tissue DHA needs: Study
Data published in BBA – Molecular and Cell Biology of Lipidsโ indicated that brain DHA synthesis and turnover rates in mice fed Ahiflower oil were not statistically different than in mice fed a purified marine DHA-only oil, consumed at realistic human-equivalent intakes that were matched for total polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA) content. โThis is the…
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GC Rieber: Innovating for optimal omega-3 oils
The new technology objectively analyses the key components contributing to the taste and smell of omega-3 oils, which are known to be prone to oxidation and degradation. The process enables for a reproducible specification limit for each omega-3 oil batch to maintain optimal and consistent quality levels. Stรฅle Sรธfting, sales and marketing director at GC…
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Industry responds to report warning omega-3 supplements may increase risk of atrial fibrillation
The conclusion was reached following the collation of several clinical trials conducted by the European Medicines Agency (EMA) which noted the effect in patients taking omega-3 fatty acid-containing medicines or supplements. The report notes: โUnlike drugs, food supplements are freely available on the market and may also be taken over longer periods of time without…
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Omega-3 fatty acids could regulate genes associated with obesity
The authors from Chile conclude: โThe incorporation of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) may have potential advantages and efficacy in addressing noncommunicable diseases, including obesity.โ They note that this could โbe attributed to their anti-inflammatory properties and their ability to regulate genes associated with obesityโ.ย Significanceโ Obesity,ย affecting over 30% of adultsโ, is a…