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The product ‘Neptune Krill Oil' from the company Nutrisan wins "Award Nutri- & Phytotherapy, Best product 2010"
At the 11th Congress of Nutri- & Phytotherapy, the product "Neptune Krill Oil' from the company Nutrisan was awarded "Best Product 2010 ". The Congress participants chose out of three nominated products selected by the Scientific Committee.
"Neptune Krill Oil" is thus confirmed in its status as innovative product.
Innovative, as a fine example of synergy
Neptune Krill Oil is more than just a source of omega-3 fatty acids. The production process respects the natural proportions of all the ingredients of krill. There is a special natural bond between the omega-3 fatty acids, phospholipids and astaxanthin. This bonding remains respected in the krill oil. Instead of strong purification of the omega-3 fatty acids where EPA and DHA are torn from their natural matrix, krill oil remains an all natural concentrate with EPA, DHA, phosphatidylcholine, astaxanthin, Omega-9, choline, potassium, zinc, vitamins A, E and D.
Entirely unjustified by some authors, a far too low omega-3 content is attributed to krill oil to support health. Apparently, the readers of health magazines are not always served with neutral journalism. People forget that, in the name of synergy, "one plus one" is much more than "two". Let one thing be clear: the consumption of omega-3 fatty acids of whatever origin can only be encouraged. But it is certainly not always a requirement to seize for high doses of a nutrient to enjoy the advantages.
Krill oil does not reveal all of its secrets just yet
The stability and antioxidant value of krill oil is very high. While astaxanthin is already hailed as a powerful antioxidant, ‘Neptune Krill Oil' possesses an antioxidant capacity which is seven times higher than astaxanthin. The discovery of the first animal source of flavonoids ever is very important. This marine flavonoid with high antioxidant value was not fully determined.
Because of the innovative character of krill oil it is just too early to have a huge number of published studies, but the number of scientific studies increases at an accelerated pace. Initial findings with krill oil of Neptune quality are very promising.
High bioavailability
Unlike omega-3-triglycerides (fish oil) and omega-3 ethyl esters (fatty acids with a single ethyl group) omega-3-phospholipids (krill oil) can partially be absorbed undigested from the intestine. This is a surplus for people who have difficulties digesting fat. Think of cystic fibrosis patients, people with poorer gall force (or whose gallbladder was removed) and anyone whose pancreas produces digestive juices very slowly.
Phospholipids are also vital fats. They are a part of every cell in our body and together they form the cholesterol cell envelope. Krill oil does not only increases the availability of omega-3 fatty acids in the body, but also immediately of phospholipids.
The phospholipids are a good carrier substance for EPA and DHA, ideal to transport both fatty acids through the body.
Respect for the ecosystem
The current catch of krill is limited to just 2% of the allowable catch quota.
Herewith, the fishery for krill is one of the few fisheries that are far below the level of sustainability management. One can safely say that krill in the future remains widely available for seals, fish species, penguins and people. Particularly as the CCAMLR, the Convention on the Conservation of Antarctic Marine Living Resources, annually reviews how much krill can be fished.
Conclusion
Neptune Krill Oil is a worthy winner of the award for most innovative product.. The presence of a natural food matrix with phospholipids, vitamins, minerals, trace elements, choline, omega-9, a natural marine flavonoid and astaxanthin seems to maintain the configuration of EPA and DHA optimal and to increase their bioavailability. Thanks to this ingenuity of nature the dosage of omega-3 fatty acids from krill is ideal for prolonged daily use.
