Omega-3s & nutritional oils

Aker on Antarctic krill fishing: “All we have been doing is geared toward building a sustainable industry”

06-Apr-2012 By Shane Starling

In this podcast, Hallvard Muri, CEO and president of krill giant Aker Biomarine talks about the company’s heritage in fishing, evolving markets in the US, Europe and Asia, and why sustainability is driven by a company ethic that has fishing, “in our DNA”.

Marine omega-3s may reduce depressive symptoms: Study

06-Apr-2012 By Stephen Daniells

Increased intakes of the marine omega-3s EPA and DHA may be associated with a decrease in the number of depressive symptoms, say researchers from the University of Rochester, New York.

Natural antioxidants could stabilise flaxseed omega-3 encapsulations

04-Apr-2012 By Nathan Gray

Natural polyphenols could be the final part of a solution to bring stability to omega-3 rich flax oils, say researchers.

WWF backs krill fishery as new data and better harvest methods surface

04-Apr-2012 By Shane Starling from Oslo, Norway

The fact phospholipid-rich food and feed source krill are sourced in the Antarctic has brought a level of scrutiny few fisheries have had to face.

Savory yogurt may provide daily omega-3 dose: Virginia Tech study

03-Apr-2012 By Stephen Daniells

Daily consumption of a savory yogurt enriched with fish oil may provide consumers with their daily intake of omega-3, following tests that show consumer taste tests showing good acceptability.

97% of dietitians recommend supplements: CRN survey

29-Mar-2012 By Stephen Daniells

Dietitians are regularly using dietary supplements and almost all of them have recommended supplements to their clients at some time, says a new survey from the Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN).

Omega-3s may improve health of blood vessels: Meta-analysis

29-Mar-2012 By Stephen Daniells

Supplements of omega-3 fatty acids may improve the function of blood vessels and support vascular health, says a new meta-analysis of 16 studies.

NFL star John Elway signs up to promote Neptune krill oil

27-Mar-2012 By Elaine Watson

Former National Football League (NFL) Super Bowl Champion and Hall-of Fame quarterback, John Elway has signed a multi-year deal with Neptune Technologies & Bioressources to serve as a brand ambassador for its krill oil.

The yuck factor? US survey reveals consumer demand for omega-3s... minus the fish

21-Mar-2012 By Elaine Watson

Nearly four out of 10 (37%) US supplement users say they would rather take something other than fish oil as an omega-3 supplement, according to a new survey.

Breaking news

New Chapter: 'Countless opportunities await' under new owner, P&G

19-Mar-2012 By Elaine Watson

 New Chapter will continue to run as a standalone business under new owner Procter & Gamble, but will get a "turbocharge" to its mission, according to bosses at the Vermont-based supplement firm.

Omega-3 DHA may boost eyesight, but fails to affect mental function: Study

15-Mar-2012 By Stephen Daniells

Three months of supplementation with DHA may boost eyesight in older people, but the omega-3 did not affect cognitive function, says a new triple-blind placebo-controlled randomized trial.

Supplement use up to 69% of US adults: CRN survey

14-Mar-2012 By Stephen Daniells

Supplements use among US adults has increased to a record level of 69%, according to results of a survey commissioned by the Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN).

Quote/Unquote: DMAA, class actions and brain food… The best of Nutracon, Engredea & Expo West

14-Mar-2012 By Elaine Watson

If you didn’t make it to Anaheim – or were too busy manning your booth to check out what the competition was up to - we’ve plucked some pearls of wisdom from the podium at Nutracon and the exhibit halls at Expo West for your reading pleasure…

Omega-3 may reduce risk of irregular heart beat: Harvard study

12-Mar-2012 By Stephen Daniells

Increased levels of omega-3 fatty acids may reduce the risk of atrial fibrillation, the most common irregular heart beat (chronic arrhythmia) in adults, by about 30%, says a new study.

Dispatches from Nutracon, Anaheim

Formulating the perfect cognitive health beverage: Feed your mind, don’t confuse it further

09-Mar-2012 By Elaine Watson

The thinking behind ingredient selection and dosage in some cognitive health beverages is often “pretty confused”, according to the neuropsychologist behind brain-friendly functional beverage Nawgan.

Court to stay patent infringement litigation vs Enzymotec while Neptune’s krill patent is re-examined

08-Mar-2012 By Elaine Watson

The court handling a patent infringement lawsuit filed by Neptune Technologies and Bioressources against Israeli nutritional lipids supplier Enzymotec has agreed to stay  proceedings until a re-examination of the krill oil patent at issue is completed.

Herbal blend shows cholesterol reduction potential: Indena

05-Mar-2012 By Stephen Daniells

A blend of policosanol, tomato extract, grape procyanidins and Oenothera biennis may reduce LDL and total cholesterol, according to a new study funded by Italian botanical extract supplier Indena.

Omega-3 rich diet could protect against brain aging: Study

05-Mar-2012 By Nathan Gray

High intake of the omega-3 fatty acids docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) could help protect the aging brain, according to research.

Unilever, Nestlé, Kellogg et al accused of patent infringement over HDL-boosting fats

05-Mar-2012 By Elaine Watson

Some of the biggest names in US food manufacturing – including Nestle, Kellogg and Unilever - have been accused of infringing patents covering fats that alter the ratio of ‘good’ and ‘bad’ cholesterol in the blood.

Omega-3 may reduce inflammatory marker to offer ‘multiple’ health benefits

02-Mar-2012 By Stephen Daniells

Increased intakes of omega-3 fatty acids may reduce a specific marker of inflammation and confer heart and anti-cancer benefits, according to two new studies in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.

High dose omega-3 may benefit early communicative development

28-Feb-2012 By Stephen Daniells

A fish oil supplement enriched with DHA may benefit early communicative development in infants, says the first randomized controlled trial testing high dose omega-3 on brain development in non-premature infants

US Patent Office to re-examine second Neptune patent

27-Feb-2012 By Elaine Watson

The US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has granted a request from Aker BioMarine to re-examine another US patent recently awarded to its arch rival Neptune Technologies & Bioressources.

Norwegian firm applies for EU novel foods status for shrimp oil

23-Feb-2012

Norwegian firm Calanus AS has applied to the UK Food Standards Agency for European Union novel foods approval to market an omega-3 oil derived from the miniature North Atlantic Ocean shrimp, Calanus finmarchicus.

Aker BioMarine posts 35% surge in sales of Superba krill oil in Q4, 2011

23-Feb-2012 By Elaine Watson

Aker BioMarine has posted a 35% surge in sales of Superba krill oil in the fourth quarter of 2011 – selling a record 70 metric tons compared with 52t in Q4, 2010.

Clinical trial supports CLA’s weight management in obese Chinese

17-Feb-2012 By Stephen Daniells

Daily supplements of CLA (conjugated linoleic acid) may reduce body weight and body fat levels in obese Chinese consumers, say results from a clinical trial.

Nutrient blend may stop bone loss & reduce fracture risk: DSM study

15-Feb-2012 By Stephen Daniells

A combination of the soy isoflavone genistein, omega-3s, and vitamins D3 and K1 may boost bone density and reduce the risk of fracture after falls for postmenopausal women, says a new study.

Martek/DSM ‘fishless fish oil’ gains momentum as firms seek EPA and DHA … minus the fish

15-Feb-2012 By Elaine Watson

Martek’s new algal EPA/DHA blend - the ‘fishless fish oil’ - is gaining momentum in the market with recent launches including Schiff’s MegaRed Plant-Omega supplements and Darigold Omega-3 2% milk.

Omega-3s linked to slower eye sight loss in people with retinal disease: Study

14-Feb-2012 By Stephen Daniells

A diet rich in omega-3 fatty acids in combination with vitamin A supplements may slow the decline in eye sight in people with retinitis pigmentosa, says a new study in the Archives of Ophthalmology.

Omega-3 plus B vitamins fail to influence cancer risk in heart disease patients

14-Feb-2012 By Stephen Daniells

Daily supplements of B vitamins and omega-3 have no impact on the risk of cancer in people with heart disease, says a new study from France.

GOED aims to file omega-3 cardio health claims petition by year-end

08-Feb-2012 By Elaine Watson

Global omega-3 EPA and DHA organization GOED is aiming to submit a petition for an authorized health claim about long chain omega-3s and coronary heart disease risk reduction by the end of the year.

GOED settles Prop 65 case for omega-3 products

06-Feb-2012 By Stephen Daniells

The Global Organization for EPA and DHA Omega-3s (GOED) has reached a settlement with the Mateel Environmental Justice Foundation regarding omega-3 products.

Court to stay infringement litigation while Neptune’s krill patent is re-examined

03-Feb-2012 By Elaine Watson

The court handling a patent infringement lawsuit filed by Neptune Technologies and Bioressources against Aker BioMarine and Schiff Nutrition has agreed to stay (temporarily halt) proceedings until a re-examination of the krill oil patent at issue is completed.

KGK and SourceOne settle three-year IP dispute over heart-healthy ingredients

31-Jan-2012 By Elaine Watson

Both parties in a protracted dispute over heart-healthy ingredients and intellectual property rights claim to have emerged from a new settlement with “valid and enforceable” patents covering their products.

Maternal omega-3 reduces eczema risk in children: Study

31-Jan-2012 By Nathan Gray

Supplementation with omega-3 fatty acids during pregnancy could cut the risk of babies developing eczema and egg allergies by over a third, say researchers

Nawgan founder: ‘Our ambition is to become the most relevant brand in the world.’

31-Jan-2012 By Elaine Watson

The neuropsychologist behind brain-friendly functional beverage Nawgan says he is on a mission to turn it into “the most relevant brand in the world”.

Pomegranate oil-seaweed combo's weight management action pinpointed?

24-Jan-2012 By Stephen Daniells

A blend of pomegranate seed oil and brown seaweed extract may offer weight management potential by acting directly on fat cells, says new study using the commercially available Xanthigen ingredient.

CoQ10 may enhance anti-inflammatory potential of Med diet

24-Jan-2012 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementing a Mediterranean-style diet with co-enzyme Q10 may reduce markers of inflammation and improve a range of health measures, including heart and joint health.

Schiff and Aker file motion to stay Neptune patent infringement lawsuit

20-Jan-2012 By Elaine Watson

Schiff Nutrition International, Aker BioMarine ASA and its US subsidiary Aker BioMarine Antarctic USA have filed a motion to stay a patent infringement lawsuit filed against them by Aker’s arch rival Neptune Technologies & Bioressources.

Low dose omega-3 supplements show (minor) benefits in overweight people

19-Jan-2012

Daily supplements of omega-3 fatty acids increased levels of a hormone linked to diabetes, but had no effect on inflammation in overweight people, says a new study from Denmark.

Neptune gains momentum in Asia as krill oil JV outlines new factory plans

18-Jan-2012 By Elaine Watson

Construction of a new factory that will manufacture Neptune Technologies & Bioressources’ krill oil products in Asia, will begin late this year or early next, and start generating revenue in 2014, bosses at the Canadian firm have revealed.

AlgaeBio aims for spring launch of novel algal EPA/DHA oils

18-Jan-2012 By Elaine Watson

Algae Biosciences Corporation – one of several high-profile new entrants to the algal omega-3 fatty acids market – hopes to be in a position to supply commercial quantities of EPA/DHA-rich oil by April.

Oily fish during pregnancy shows immune boosting potential for infants

18-Jan-2012 By Stephen Daniells

Consuming a couple of servings of salmon per week during the third trimester of pregnancy may influence immune system health in the infants, says a new study.

Neptune posts 20% rise in nutraceutical sales in Q3 as krill oil demand grows

17-Jan-2012 By Elaine Watson

Canadian krill oil firm Neptune Technologies & Bioressources has posted a 20% rise in third-quarter revenues to $5.12m in its nutraceuticals business and a $869,000 net profit compared with a $13,000 loss for the same period the previous year.

Neptune ups ante in krill patent war with new ‘continuation’ applications

12-Jan-2012 By Elaine Watson

Neptune Technologies and Bioressources has filed ‘continuation’ applications with the US Patent & Trademark Office (USPTO) it says will allow it to pursue “additional patent claims that should preclude our competitors from selling their krill oil...

Omega-3 supplements may only support short term weight loss: Study

11-Jan-2012 By Nathan Gray

Supplementation with omega-3 fatty acids may lead to reductions of body fat for obese people, but is only effective over short time frames, according to new research.

Omega-3 linked to better memory in former depressives: Study

11-Jan-2012 By Stephen Daniells

Higher levels of omega-3 fatty acids in membranes of red blood cells (erythrocytes) is associated with better mental function in older people recovering from depression, suggests new research.

What can be patented in the world of natural ingredients?

09-Jan-2012 By Elaine Watson

What can be patented in the world of natural ingredients? More than you think, Minneapolis-based patent attorney Gary Speier tells Elaine Watson.

Omega-3 may enhance benefits of strength training for the elderly

06-Jan-2012 By Stephen Daniells

Supplementing a strength training regime with omega-3-rich fish oil may enhance the benefits of the regime, says a new study with 45 elderly women.

Krill oil may benefit heart function: Rat study

05-Jan-2012 By Stephen Daniells

Supplements containing krill oil may boost heart function in an animal model of heart failure, according to results of small study with lab rats.

Healthy oil components may fight pancreatitis

03-Jan-2012 By Nathan Gray

Fatty acids and phytochemicals found in fish oil and olive oil have been shown to block cellular mechanisms involved in the development of acute pancreatitis, say researchers.