New Consumer Infographic: Omega-3 Supplement Types
GOED has a new infographic for members to share with customers, consumers and health professionals. Omega-3 Supplement Types: A Sea of Possibilities explains the different ways people can get EPA and DHA omega-3s in supplement form. This infographic was developed in response to member requests to help consumers understand that “fish oil” and “omega-3s” are not interchangeable terms, and that, in fact, there are many sources and formats to get supplementary EPA+DHA omega-3s.
The Communications Committee reviewed and provided comments on the infographic during development. We hope members can use it in consumer, health professional and customer communications. If you’d like to translate the infographic into your local language, please email Elana Natker to receive the native file.
GOED Welcomes Kaitlin's New Baby Girl
We are happy to announce that on June 8, our Director of Scientific Communication and Outreach Kaitlin Roke, PhD, and her partner Mike welcomed a beautiful baby girl into the world! Both Kaitlin and her baby Ada are healthy, resting at home and cherishing this precious time together.
During Kaitlin's maternity leave, if you have any inquiries or need assistance with the Clinical Study Database, please reach out to our Managing Director Ellen Schutt.
Meet a GOED Member: Carniolus
In our latest interview of the Meet a GOED Member video series, we interviewed Joachim Grill, the Vice President of Marketing and Technology of GOED member Carniolus. Click the thumbnail or the button below to learn about the company’s work and contact Joachim for more information.
Please note that GOED does not analyze or make any representation of accuracy for the Omega-3 News items. This is simply a compilation of news articles found on the internet that are relevant to the EPA and DHA business.
Highlights
GOED to Host Influencer Workshop in Korea In an attempt to stimulate growth in the Korean market and support our members in the region, GOED is organizing a special event for influencers in Seoul on September 5. The event will include an in-person seminar to educate influencers about the benefits of all omega-3 sources and set the record straight on omega-3 issues (oxidation, atrial fibrillation, etc.) as well as an interactive segment to provide opportunities for influencers to engage and live stream the activities. GOED members involved in the Korean market are invited to participate in this event (although space is limited). If you are interested, please email Ellen Schutt.
Cast Your Vote: Where Should GOED Exchange 2026 Be Held?
Believe it or not, GOED is already thinking about the next GOED Exchange, which will be held in March 2026. Due to the strong industry growth occurring in Asia - and a growing number of GOED members located there - our board of directors asked us to investigate three world-class cities for the biennial event: Tokyo, Japan; Seoul, Korea and Singapore. Cast your vote and let us know which city you think should host GOED Exchange 2026.
GOED's Director of Consumer and Health Professional Communications Elana Natker, RD, was featured in GOED member Wiley's podcast Behind Omega-3. In the episode "Unpacking Omega-3: Translating Complicated Science for Consumers," Elana provided an overview of omega-3 fatty acids, their critical role in health, recommended intake levels and the global challenge of inadequate omega-3 consumption. Listen to the episode here.
Personalized Nutrition Consumer Reports Available from Nlumn
Consulting firm Nlumn, who GOED worked with for our recent diagnostics research project, recently completed a quantitative study of 3,000 US consumers interested in personalized nutrition products and services. The study also analyzed subgroups within this population to learn about those interested in personalized supplements, personalized exercise and fitness, and personalized well-being.
Key learnings include: Consumers participating in a personalized supplement plan are 60% more likely to take omega-3 (fish oil) supplements and three-quarters of consumers who take omega-3 supplements also report taking other vitamin and mineral supplements.
Each report delivers a deep understanding of personalized consumers’ attitudes and behaviors, including experiences from current and prior users of personalized nutrition, supplements, exercise and well-being plans. Understanding their challenges, desired benefits, barriers and who they turn to for recommendations can help businesses make solid decisions on successful personalized nutrition product and service innovations.
Nlumn is offering GOED members a 25% discount off any of these reports. Order your report here and enter GOED25 or contact Nlumn directly with any questions or customization needs.
Production & Supply Chain
GOED member GC Rieber VivoMega has opened its new omega-3 manufacturing facility in Norway, which will double its output of marine and vegan EPA and DHA oils. This US$75 million (€70.2 million) investment, finished two years early, includes renewable energy infrastructure and aligns with the EU Green Deal and UN Global Compact. The facility is now one of the world's largest fish and algae oil manufacturing sites.
The International Marine Products Company, a subsidiary of the Oman Fish Development Company, has started producing canned tuna, aiming for a full capacity of 100 million cans. It also produces 9 tons of fish oil powder and 1.2 tons of fish oil daily from fish waste.
During a recent meeting of the Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee (DGAC), a brief update on the status of the dietary reference intake (DRI) reviews was provided, including a mention that the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) is conducting systematic reviews on protein, carbohydrates, fiber and fat.
GOED member Rbionutrix has received the FSSC 22000 certification from Intertek, highlighting its commitment to quality, environmental care and sustainable practices in producing omega-3 fatty acids.
GOED is offering connections for companies looking for omega-3 related solutions or partners. If you want to include an anonymous request, please contactAshley Becnel
A company is looking for 18/12, 36/24, 10/50, and 40/50 fish oil. [Posted 5/27/2024]
The full scientific program is now available for the 9th European Workshop on Lipid Mediators, which takes place next week (June 26-28 at the University of Edinburgh, Scotland UK). Registration is still open for the event, which includes a GOED-sponsored session on omega-3 fatty acids with speakers Philip Calder, Richard Bazinet, Takao Shimizu and GOED's Director of Consumer and Healthcare Professional Communications Elana Natker. GOED members Pharma Marine and Arctic Bioscience are sponsors of the meeting.
GOED partner WIN is hosting its second Focus on Science webinar on June 27, at 10:00 am EDT, featuring speakers who will discuss challenges, advantages and collaborative solutions in funding women's health research. This session aims to increase the number of women-specific clinical studies.
Note: GOED will not attend all listed industry events.
To suggest industry events for fellow GOED members, email Vicky Lin.
Member-Sponsored Research
A study funded by GOED member BASF and published in the Journal of Sports Science and Medicine found that a high dose of omega-3s reduced muscle soreness and accelerated recovery in overweight men after high-intensity interval training.
Seafood consumption in Japan has dropped to its lowest level of all time according to a report from the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries. Annual per capita consumption fell to 22 kilograms in 2022 from over 40 kilograms in 2001.
Israeli multinational pharmaceutical company Teva is now selling a generic version of Lovaza, GlaxoSmithKline's omega-3 fish oil drug for treating high triglyceride levels in the US.
The latest consumer survey from GOED member Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) revealed increasing consumer concern about ocean health and sea life, particularly among US shoppers. The survey involved over 27,000 people in 23 countries. The top environmental concerns for US consumers were pollution (40%), forest loss (38%) and declining fish populations (37%). A record 90% expressed concern about the world's oceans, and 34% of US consumers reported changing their diets for environmental reasons, up from 31% in the previous survey.
GOED member Thai Union published its 2023 Sustainability Report detailing advancements toward its SeaChange 2030 strategy. Highlights from the report include an 8.8% decrease in Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions from 2022, alongside other notable achievements.
UK retail chain Sainsbury’s has replaced its recyclable pulp trays for own-label salmon and trout products with more sustainable packaging, reducing its plastic use by 70%, or 346 tons, annually.
Professor at the Hormel Institute at the University of Minnesota, Leena Hilakivi-Clarke, PhD, received a two-year grant of over US$250,000 (€232,000) from Applegate Farms to study the effects of consuming pasture-raised, organic beef on gut health and inflammation. The study will highlight the fact that pasture-raised organic beef contains omega-3 fatty acids which the animals convert from ALA.
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