Omega-3 fatty acids - A review of existing and innovative delivery methods

Omega-3 fatty acids are generally under-consumed in Western diets; a factor that may largely be attributed to low intake of oily fish. Although supplementation strategies offer one approach in terms of improving blood fatty acid levels, rates of compliance are generally low due to difficulties in sw...

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Published in:Critical reviews in food science and nutrition 2018-01, Vol.58 (1), p.62-69
Main Authors: Lane, K. E., Derbyshire, E. J.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Administration, Cutaneous
Animals
bioavailability
Biological Availability
Capsules
delivery vehicles
Diet
Dietary Supplements
Docosahexaenoic Acids - administration & dosage
Eicosapentaenoic Acid - administration & dosage
Emulsions
Fatty acids
Fatty Acids, Omega-3 - administration & dosage
Fatty Acids, Omega-3 - pharmacokinetics
Fish Oils - administration & dosage
Fishes
Food, Fortified
health
Health Promotion - methods
Humans
Meat
Nanotechnology - methods
Novel foods
Omega-3 fatty acids
Omega-3 intakes
Public health
Seafood
Seeds
Swallowing
Vegetables
Well being
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Summary:Omega-3 fatty acids are generally under-consumed in Western diets; a factor that may largely be attributed to low intake of oily fish. Although supplementation strategies offer one approach in terms of improving blood fatty acid levels, rates of compliance are generally low due to difficulties in swallowing capsules, or unfavorable aftertastes. Consequently, new approaches, including food-based strategies, may be an alternative approach to improving omega-3 status and the health of public sectors. This paper sets out to discuss and review how the use of novel food vehicle and delivery advancements may be used to improve omega-3 status, which may have wider benefits for public health and well-being.
ISSN:1040-8398
1549-7852
DOI:10.1080/10408398.2014.994699