Global Omega-3 Day: Why EPA & DHA Quality Matters More Than Ever
Each year on March 3rd, the omega-3 industry recognizes Global Omega-3 Day — a global initiative focused on raising awareness about EPA and DHA omega-3 fatty acids and their importance to lifelong health.
And the statistics are clear:
Approximately 90% of people worldwide are not getting enough EPA and DHA.
Why EPA & DHA Matter
While “omega-3” is often used as a broad term, EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) are the forms most strongly associated with supporting:
- Cardiovascular health
- Brain function
- Eye health
- Prenatal and maternal development
These long-chain omega-3s are found primarily in fatty fish and marine microalgae. Plant-based omega-3s (ALA) do not provide the same direct benefits and are inefficiently converted in the body.
The Intake Gap
Most people do not consume fatty fish regularly enough to meet recommended intake levels. As a result, omega-3 supplementation plays a critical role in closing the gap.
However, not all omega-3 ingredients are created equal.
Why Ingredient Quality Matters
For brands formulating omega-3 products, quality influences more than label claims. It directly affects:
- Oxidative stability
- Sensory performance
- Consumer experience
- Long-term compliance
At AlaskOmega®, our omega-3 concentrates are:
- Derived exclusively from Wild Alaska Pollock
- MSC-certified for sustainability
- Highly concentrated in EPA and DHA
- Produced with ultra-low TOTOX levels (≤5)- that means fewer fishy burps due to oil rancidity
- Designed to deliver exceptional sensory performance
We believe that better omega-3s lead to better consumer outcomes — not only from a nutritional standpoint, but from a usability and trust perspective.
A Shared Responsibility
Global Omega-3 Day is not just about awareness. It’s about raising standards.
As ingredient suppliers, brands, formulators, and healthcare professionals work together to close the global omega-3 intake gap, ingredient integrity and transparency must remain at the forefront.
At AlaskOmega®, we remain committed to advancing the quality, sustainability, and performance of omega-3 concentrates worldwide.
Because omega-3s only work if people are wiling take them.
