Did you know that only 2 percent of the human population has adequate omega-3 levels? It is clear something has to be done, but where do we begin? Here is how you as a brand owner can help raise awareness around the importance of omega-3 – and help raise the levels.
Phospholipids are natural, integral parts of cells. They are structural components of cell surface membranes and the membranes within the cells, because they help maintain their strength, flexibility, and integrity.
The end of the year is approaching and there are a couple of important nutraceutical and pharmaceutical trade shows around the corner that will be packed with visitors and exhibitors alike. We all want to get the most out of these big trade shows and learn about the latest trends and product offerings in the market. Trade shows are great places to learn about products and ingredients that you have an interest for.
The omega-3 market continues to evolve, yielding new products, combinations, and even new stories for some of the more established ingredients. The good news is the interest in omega-3s is steady these days, with many experts supporting their benefits for a wide range of health conditions.
Mother Nature has a perfect plan for all of our body needs, but we might be falling short of some vitamins and nutrients during the winter months. We start feeling more stressed and tired once November hits. In Europe, after a beautiful, hot summer and a relatively mild autumn start, there are early signs of a rather colder winter this year.
We all want to be healthy, right? Of course, we do. The challenge, however is to decide what steps we want to take to get there. Over the past decade the consumption of health supplements has risen significantly and none more so than in the taking of omega-3s. But this growth is not down to fanciful claims by companies – the recognized health benefits of omega-3s have been documented in more than 30,000 publications.
The omega-3s EPA/DHA are among the most researched nutrients in the world. Beating vitamin E, folic acid and probiotics – and even some of the most established pharmaceuticals such as Lipitor, acetaminophen and Metformin (source: PubMed/GOED).
