ALL ABOUT FATTY ACIDS
Reading time: 12 minutes Summary Fat often gets a bad reputation. But what many people don’t realize is that fatty acids, the main components of fats, are actually essential for our bodies. As with most things in nutrition, it all comes down to quality and balance. In this article, we’ll explore what fatty acids really […]
NEW OPPORTUNITIES WITH PHOSPHOLIPIDS
Since their first description as emulsifiers, the scientific studies have progressively revealed that phospholipids are directly involved in essential physiological functions. This position as cellular building blocks and carriers allows phospholipids to enter in specific metabolic pathways, often different and complementary to those involved with other active ingredients. Some food supplement formulations take advantage of the most well-known activities of phospholipids, but opportunities still exist based on properties which are less often cited.
PHOSPHOLIPIDS AND WOMEN’S HEALTH
Certain nutrients are essential during pregnancy, a unique stage in a woman’s life. Phospholipids play a key role in supporting at least two of these nutrients—DHA and choline—allowing their full benefits to be realized.
The importance of omega-3 fatty acids for health is now well-documented and widely recognized. The significance of phospholipids has been highlighted more recently and deserves special attention. Science shows that they are an indispensable complement to omega-3s.
Choline’s critical role is also well-established, particularly during pregnancy. Despite this recognition, it is estimated that in Western countries, 80% of the population consumes less than the recommended daily intake, which can have consequences for both mother and fetus.
Phosphatidylcholine proves to be the most natural and effective way to deliver choline and compensate for this deficiency.
LECIMARINE® Resolve
Phospholipids are known to be the basic building blocks of cellular membranes. Through their diversity and repartition, they are also essential actors of the regulation of the membrane functions.