Omega-3s & nutritional oils

From the editor's desk

It’s no time to get complacent about omega-3s news

21-Jun-2019 By Hank Schultz

The news this week of the approval of a slate of new qualified health claims for omega-3s shows that even an old dog like fish oil can still learn new tricks.

Despite fears of oceanic decline, outlook is positive for supply of marine omega-3 ingredients

20-Jun-2019 By Hank Schultz

Despite ongoing concerns among environmentalists about the health of the world’s oceans, data supports a positive outlook for the continued sustainability of the supply of marine ingredients.

FDA approves qualified claims on omega-3s and their ability to lower blood pressure

20-Jun-2019 By Hank Schultz

The US Food and Drug Administration has approved a list of qualified health claims for omega-3 fatty acids and their effect on blood pressure, culminating a five year plus effort on the part of industry.

NIH study supports potential of Omega-7 for heart health and glucose metabolism

20-Jun-2019 By Stephen Daniells

New animal research by scientists at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) indicated that omega-7 (palmitoleic acid) from fish oil significantly reduced atherosclerosis plaque and other cardiovascular risk factors.

DHA omega-3 may offer ADHD management potential

19-Jun-2019 By Stephen Daniells

Six months of supplementation with a high dose DHA emulsion may help children and adolescents with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), suggests a new study from Spain.

Nutrition and Health China Industry Summit 2019

Swisse and BioIsland lead the pack for brands imported to China as Australia secures number one status

19-Jun-2019 By Tingmin Koe

Swisse and Biolsland took the top spots for imported brands in China last year, with Australia named the number one exporter to China, according to statistics gathered by the China Chamber of Commerce of Medicines and Health Products Importers and Exporters...

No brainer? Report pans cognition supplements, much to industry dismay

18-Jun-2019 By Will Chu and Nikki Cutler

A Global Council on Brain Health (GCBH) report has come under fierce criticism by the industry after it found no convincing evidence to recommend dietary supplements for brain health in healthy older adults.

NIU’s Global Round-up: Tracking the health benefits of prebiotics, DSM’s brain health efforts across APAC, and more

17-Jun-2019 By Stephen Daniells

What's happened this week around the Nutra-Verse? Stay on top of things with our weekly round-up of key news from across the globe.

DHA and citicoline double-up to boost cognitive improvements after stroke: Japanese study

14-Jun-2019 By Cheryl Tay

Japanese researchers have found that Cognizin Citicoline in combination with DHA, can improve learning and memory ability in mice which have been subjected to stroke symptoms.

Sun and supplements: Twin approach needed to raise vitamin D status in South Korean adults — RCT

13-Jun-2019 By Cheryl Tay

A combination of sun exposure and a fixed dosage of oral vitamin D3 supplements may be needed to increase serum 25-hydroxyvitamin D — or 25(OH)D — in young South Korean adults, according to an RCT.

Nutrasource merges certification programs to boost consumer experience

12-Jun-2019 By Stephen Daniells

Nutrasource Pharmaceutical and Nutraceutical Services (Nutrasource) has merged its third-party certifications into a new brand called Certifications by Nutrasource.

IN PICTURES: The NutraIngredients-USA Awards 2019

11-Jun-2019 By NutraIngredients-USA

We announced the winners of the NutraIngredients-USA Awards 2019 last week - here are the best photos from our evening in New Orleans.

Black seed oil: High growth rates and exciting synergistic effects

07-Jun-2019 By Stephen Daniells

Demand for black seed oil is growing, albeit from a small base, with new human studies underway and intriguing synergistic effects with omega-3 reported, but there is a lot of variability on the market, says one leading supplier.

Omega-3s player finds success using phytocannabinoids as differentiator

06-Jun-2019 By Hank Schultz

Betting on the endocannabinoid system is proving a fruitful differentiation strategy as longtime omega-3 brand Omax Health seeks to stand out in a crowded and maturing market.

Consolidation of omega-3s market puts pressure on suppliers' capabilities

05-Jun-2019 By Hank Schultz

Having a plethora of processing capabilities will help omega-3s companies hold their own in an increasingly competitive market that is showing signs of maturity, a prominent executive says.

NutraIngredients-USA Awards 2019: And the WINNERS are…

04-Jun-2019 By The NutraIngredients-USA team

NutraIngredients-USA is pleased to announce the winners for its NutraIngredients-USA Awards 2019... Finalists and winners celebrated at an event in New Orleans yesterday.

Webinar will help companies understand latest FSMA adulteration provisons

03-Jun-2019 By Hank Schultz

A joint webinar put on by Global Organization of EPA and DHA Omega 3s (GOED) and the United Natural Products Alliance (UNPA) will help companies understand the intentional adulteration provisions of FSMA.

High omega-6 intake linked to lower likelihood of male offspring being conceived: Australia study

31-May-2019 By Gary Scattergood

Eating a diet high in omega-6 could play a role in a lower percentage of male babies being conceived, along with a higher risk of pregnancy complications, according to a new Australian study on rats.

DFH launches first full line of keto products

30-May-2019 By Hank Schultz

Designs for Health has launched what it calls the first line of ketogenic-focused products specific to the practitioner channel.

Study: Veggie diets perform as well as standard ones for max exercise capacity

30-May-2019 By Hank Schultz

A study done with recreational runners finds no difference in exercise capacity among omnivorous, lacto-ovo vegetarian diets and vegan diets.

Supplement maker targeting endocannabinoid system adds omega-3 based product

28-May-2019 By Hank Schultz

Emerald Health Bioceuticals is building out its endocannabinoid-targeting supplement line with a new emulsified product combining omega-3 fish oils, hemp seed oil and MCT oil from coconut.

Omega-3 supplementation does not reduce liver fat in overweight but healthy men: Blackmores-backed trial

28-May-2019 By Cheryl Tay

Three months of omega-3 supplementation did not alter liver fat in overweight but otherwise healthy men, according to a new Blackmores-funded trial.

‘Public health significance’: DHA omega-3 linked to better artery health in the general population

23-May-2019 By Stephen Daniells

Increased levels of omega-3s may be associated with less aortic calcification among men in the general population, with the effects seemingly driven by DHA (docosahexaenoic acid), says a new study.

NDIs under the microscope at FDA public meeting

15 highlights from the FDA’s public meeting on responsible innovation in dietary supplements

20-May-2019 By Stephen Daniells

It was a who’s who of the dietary supplement world in College Park for the FDA public meeting on responsible innovation in dietary supplements. Here are some of the key comments:

New products in infant nutrition sift through limited number of ingredients

15-May-2019 By Hank Schultz

The infant nutrition market is characterized by few new ingredients, but lots of new players, according to information shared at a recent event hosted by ingredient supplier DSM.

OmegaQuant omega-3 tests gain European approval

15-May-2019 By Nathan Gray

US-based OmegaQuant is aiming for European growth, as the company celebrates its recent EU medical device approval by setting up a new lab in the UK.

Food, politics, and the 2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans

13-May-2019 By Elaine Watson

The 2015 Dietary Guidelines prompted a heated debate over the influence of industry lobby groups and the extent to which environmental factors should impact dietary advice, with some stakeholders insisting that sustainability has nothing to do with nutrition,...

From the Editor's Desk

The US military and dietary supplements: The opportunities and challenges

10-May-2019 By Stephen Daniells

Increasing attention is being paid to dietary supplements use among US military personnel, with survey data showing that consumption levels are high, but brand loyalty may be low. So where’s the white space for industry?

Omega-3 and air pollution: Supplementation may help protect cardiovascular health – China RCT

10-May-2019 By Cheryl Tay

The intake of omega-3 fatty acids may have cardio-protective effects against air pollution, according to an RCT conducted by researchers in China and the US.

NutraIngredients-USA Awards 2019: And the finalists are…

08-May-2019 By Stephen Daniells

NutraIngredients-USA is pleased to announce the finalists for the NutraIngredients-USA Awards 2019... the winners will be announced at our awards evening in New Orleans on June 3rd.

Coromega, Omax settle with Amarin over use of drug trial results to market omega-3 supplements

07-May-2019 By Hank Schultz

Omega-3 pharmaceutical firm Amarin has settled two cases with supplement manufacturers it alleged were using its drug studies to market their fish oil supplements.

Reckitt Benckiser throws hat in nootropic ring with Neuriva launch

06-May-2019 By Hank Schultz

Reckitt Benckiser is staking a claim in the thriving nootropics market with a new product called Neuriva, which builds on the science backing its two main branded ingredients.

Federal Circuit backs ITC’s decision to not investigate Amarin Pharma’s omega-3 complaint

03-May-2019 By Adi Menayang

The US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit backed the ITC’s refusal to not investigate Amarin Pharma’s complaint alleging that certain doses of omega-3s should not be imported as dietary supplements.

Combo products, better appreciation of science helping to drive omega-3s market, expert says

30-Apr-2019 By Hank Schultz

The omega-3s market is flourishing, with new combination products driving the growth and a newfound appreciation of the science among consumers and healthcare professionals, an expert says.

Mintel insight: What makes keto neato?

26-Apr-2019 By Nikki Cutler

The high-fat, low-carb keto diet is enjoying 'spectacular popularity' according to Mintel, but will it remain relevant in the years to come? The agency's food market analyst picks apart the trend to advise brands how they can innovate around...

DSM partners with personalized supplement ‘gel pack’ company Panaceutics

23-Apr-2019 By Adi Menayang

Chemicals giant DSM has partnered with Panaceutics, which makes personalized nutritional gels and purees to compete against the personalized packs of pills that dominate supplement subscription services.

Package label language most important way consumers learn about brands, survey shows

22-Apr-2019 By Hank Schultz

New consumer research shows that brand loyalty is a key element in success in the dietary supplement industry. And much of what consumers associate with brands has to do with packaging.

Analysis of data from 30 studies finds linoleic acid cuts CVD risk

18-Apr-2019 By Hank Schultz

A study published in a major journal shows a cardioprotective role for linoleic acid, an omega-6 fatty acid, further complicating the message about the role of fats in the diet.

Editor's Spotlight

Entering US hemp/CBD market latest step in Neptune's transformation

17-Apr-2019 By Hank Schultz

Neptune Wellness Solutions has completed a radical refocus of the company with the announcement of its entry into the hemp/CBD market in the United States.

Japanese researchers link omega-3 intake to reduced muscle stiffness post-exercise

17-Apr-2019 By Adi Menayang

Supplementation of omega-3s EPA and DHA had a positive role in reducing muscle stiffness after exercise, according to new data published in the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition.

GOED director: ‘We need to start educating consumers about GOED’

GOED expands ‘proud member’ logo to finished product brands

16-Apr-2019 By Adi Menayang

GOED, an omega-3 industry trade group, is now offering its ‘Proud Member’ logo license to consumer packaged goods companies as part of its efforts to raise awareness about the group among consumers.

Guest article: CRN's Steve Mister on DSHEA at 25

DSHEA Was Not Carved in Stone

16-Apr-2019 By Steve Mister, President & CEO, Council for Responsible Nutrition

Want to spark controversy? Just suggest to some audiences that it’s time to amend DSHEA.

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DSHEA at 25: In conversation with Scott Bass and Loren Israelsen

15-Apr-2019 By Stephen Daniells

The brilliant strategy of Sen. Orrin Hatch, the upswell of grassroots consumer pressure, and the ‘highly unusual’ personal intervention of an FDA Commissioner: The development and passage of the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act is a fascinating...

Editor's Spotlight: Video Diary

WATCH: Sports nutrition brands reveal the top trends and their innovations

10-Apr-2019 By Nikki Cutler

The mass market is showing a strong interest in sports nutrition that offers soft textured and lower calorie protein bars, indulgent-tasting treats, BCAA’s, high fibre and new formats made for baking.

Experts take issue with researchers' conclusion that supplements don't prevent death

10-Apr-2019 By Hank Schultz

Multivitamins don’t extend lifespan, according to the conclusion of a recent population based study. Industry experts countered that the many confounders in the data make that result tentative at best.

New number one: Australia takes top spot from US for supplements and health foods imported into China

09-Apr-2019 By Gary Scattergood

Australia now accounts for 22.3% of all supplements and health foods imported into China, taking the top spot from the US, which had a 20.4% share of the market in 2018.

Male athletes on keto diet burned more fat, but effect muted in women, study finds

08-Apr-2019 By Hank Schultz

A four week ketogenic diet shifted energy metabolism in male CrossFit trained athletes, but had a more muted effect on females, a recent study has found.

Daigou and direct-selling clampdown in China 'growing pains', but market will still thrive: HPA

08-Apr-2019 By Cheryl Tay

The recent slew of crackdowns, regulatory reviews and stricter rules for China's health food and supplement industry are 'growing pains' the industry must overcome, as regulators double down on efforts to promote safety and collect taxes.

‘A perfect fit’: Golden Omega acquires OmegaTri

05-Apr-2019 By Stephen Daniells

Chilean omega-3 concentrates manufacturer Golden Omega has acquired OmegaTri AS, the Norwegian developer of an innovative omega-3 compressible powder technology.

Calanus backs Norway’s decision allowing commercial harvesting of omega-3 rich zooplankton

03-Apr-2019 By Will Chu

The Norwegian Government is to allow commercial harvesting of Calanus finmarchicus, an ecologically sustainable omega-3 fatty acid source found in huge quantities in the Norwegian Sea.