Rising Consumer Awareness Regarding Health Benefits of Omega-3 Concentrates Fuels Market Growth
Omega-3 concentrates are highly concentrated oils comprising EPA and DHA that sum up to more than 50% of the oil. These concentrates are obtained from omega-3-rich-fats, derived from fish oil, calamari oil, and algal oil, among other types, which are processed to get EPA or DHA in higher concentrations. These concentrates are also available in powdered form and find their applications in dietary supplement manufacturing; moreover, they are also being used as pharmaceutical-grade components.
Surging demand for omega-3 concentrates is mainly attributed to the rise in awareness among consumers regarding the health benefits of omega-3 concentrates. The consumption of omega-3 concentrates help consumers maintain the cardiovascular, ocular, and brain health. Omega-3 fatty acids help lower the risk of acquiring heart diseases; consuming them in association with appropriate physical exercises and diet help reduce triglyceride levels and increase HDL cholesterol levels. Elevated levels of triglyceride in blood promotes arteriosclerosis development, which eventually increases the risk of developing cardiovascular diseases. Moreover, the consumption of omega-3 concentrates also helps reduce depression and anxiety, suppresses metabolic syndrome-related symptoms, fights inflammation, helps prevent cancer risks, and so on. Thus, the rising incidence of cardiovascular diseases, cancer, and other similar health issues has boosted the demand for omega-3 concentrates worldwide.