Krill Oil and Adult ADHD

Neptune Technologies & Bioressources is currently designing a large scale cognitive study on its proprietary Neptune Krill Oil, following positive results in a recent clinical study on the marine-derived ingredient and adult ADHD.

Neptune krill oil (NKO) is derived from the planktonic family of crustacean and, as well as omega-3, it is also rich in phospholipids and antioxidants.

In the recently completed clinical trial, researchers evaluated the effect of NKO on adult ADHD as measured by Barkley's Executive Function score of behaviour inhibition, daily functional capacity and social behaviour. The study involved thirty otherwise healthy adults with a confirmed diagnosis of ADHD taking a daily 500mg dose of NKO.

In addition to improvements in concentration and working capacity, researchers reported a 50 percent improvement in patients' planning skills and a 48.8 percent improvement in social skills.

"Drugs are useful resources in the treatment of ADHD but medication is not always the best answer: over prescription, drug induced toxicity and the high cost of treatment are recognized problems of the recommended ADHD management guidelines," said Neptune's medical director, Dr. Marius Gangal. "NKOT will help patients reduce or even avoid medication and improve their quality of life."

"We are emphasizing cognitive function and not necessarily only ADHD," said Sampalis. "Neptune krill oil is for people who would like to improve their concentration and memory in general – students, professionals and baby boomers."

Pharmanex MarineOmega contains ultra-pure omega-3 fatty acids to promote wellness and longevity. It combines the highest grade fish oils with oil from krill harvested from the pristine waters of Antarctica. Krill oil is rich in EPA and DHA in a unique phospholipid form targeted for use in the brain and in cell membranes throughout the body.

Benefits

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Omega fatty acids to stop mental decline

A new placebo-controlled trial has reported that daily supplements of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids could slow mental decline in elderly people, adding to a growing body of evidence linking the fatty acid to better cognitive function.

Indeed, only recently scientists from the Karolinska University Hospital Huddinge in Sweden reported that omega-3 fatty acid supplementation, mainly DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) may slow mental decline in people with very mild Alzheimer's disease ( Archives of Neurology, Vol. 63, pp. 1402-1408).

"There were some reports suggesting the effect of omega-3 fatty acids such as EPA and DHA on cognitive functions in human subjects, but very few reports have focused on the effect of omega-6 fatty acids," wrote lead author Susumu Kotani from the Japan Foundation for Aging and Health. "The present pilot study of ARA and DHA supplementation showed remarkable memory improvements in the human patients with organic brain lesion or mild cognitive impairment."

The Japanese scientists recruited 21 patients with mild cognitive impairment (9 females, average age 68) and randomly assigned them to receive DHA plus ARA supplements (six capsules containing 40 mg/capsule ARA, DHA, and 0.16 mg/capsule of asthaxanthin, Suntory Ltd., Japan) or six placebo capsules per day (40 mg/capsule of olive oil).

Scientists show how mom passes omega-3 to child

Supplementing mothers-to-be with omega-3 fatty acids results in higher amounts being delivered to the baby in the womb, say German scientists who have identified the carriers of the fatty acid from mother to child.

The research adds to our understanding of how omega-3 play an important role in the development of the baby in utero, with a wealth of other studies reporting that a diet rich in the DHA omega-3 fatty acid (docosahexaenoic acid) during pregnancy and breastfeeding is associated with a healthy pregnancies as well as the mental and visual development of infants.

Mothers are also aid to be less at risk of post partum depression or mood change, and to recover more quickly after pregnancy, if they consume enough of the fatty acid.

But a diet rich in the omega-3 fatty acid, docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), during pregnancy and breastfeeding is thought to support healthy pregnancies as well as the mental and visual development of infants.

Such advice has seen the number of omega-3 enriched or fortified products on the market increase. Most extracted fish oil are molecularly distilled and steam deodorised to remove contaminants.

According to Frost and Sullivan, the European omega-3 market was worth around €160m (£108m) in 2004, and is expected to grow at rates of 8 per cent on average to 2010.

Pharmanex MarineOmega is a dietary supplement that provides essential omega-3 fatty acids and krill oil rich in EPA and DHA for optimal health and wellness, including normal heart function, brain function, immune health, and joint health.

Primary Benefits

• Provides an excellent source of EPA and DHA for optimal health*
• Supports normal brain function and wellness*
• Promotes cardiovascular health*
• Promotes a healthy immune response*
• Supports joint function and mobility*
• Promotes skin health and beauty*

What Makes This Product Unique?

• First omega-3 with krill oil supplement blend on the market
• Delivers EPA and DHA from two sources: ultra pure fish oil and krill oil
• Contains unique krill oil that provides multiple benefits:
• Provides highly bioactive EPA and DHA in a unique phospholipid form targeted for use in the brain and cell membranes throughout the body*
• Contains the powerful antioxidant carotenoid astaxanthin
• Contains a unique flavonoid—the first flavonoid extracted from non-plant or algae source
• High in phospholipids important for forming and protecting nerve membranes*
• Ultra-pure source of fresh fish oil tested free of toxins, pollutants, and heavy metals
• Includes vanilla infused soft gels and natural lemon oil for a pleasant aroma and minimal fishy flavor

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