The omega-3 oils originate from seafood as well as algal and fungal species. The health benefits of omega-3 fatty acids, particularly their long-chain members such as eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and to a lesser extent docosapentaenoic acid (DPA) are well recognized for their pivotal multifunctional role in health promotion and disease risk reduction. They constitute an integral component in the development of the brain following gestation and pay a positive role during the entire lifespan. However, their highly unsaturated nature requires their stabilization using appropriate antioxidants or protection via encapsulation. In addition, one may prepare lipophenols in which the phenolic moiety would render stability to the product and may also render additional benefits to health.  The presentation will provide examples to demonstrate the role of omega-3 oils in health and discuss certain literature and opinions that have tried to undermine their benefits to health.

Omega-3 oils and lipophenols as important food bioactives

2019 Fall National Meeting

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