Pharmanex® launches new fish oil supplement rich in essential omega-3 fatty acids

PROVO, Utah – February 18, 2004 – At a time when essential fatty acids are lacking in the typical American diet and when large sources of these nutrients — fatty fish such as salmon and tuna — are suspected of contamination, Pharmanex® announces the launch of MarineOmega™, a source of ultra-pure fresh fish oil high in omega-3 fatty acids and tested free of toxins, pollutants and heavy metals.

"More and more, research is showing the importance of omega-3 fatty acids in the diet," said Joseph Chang, Ph.D., president of Pharmanex®. "MarineOmega is a highly concentrated and bioactive source of these essential nutrients that are necessary components to maintaining several aspects of human health including normal immune function, cardiovascular health, joint mobility, brain function and skin health."

Omega-3 fatty acids are lacking in the American diet. The diet ratio of omega-6 fatty acids to omega-3 fatty acids is 25:1 due to high consumption of saturated fat. The optimum ratio is 4:1.¹

MarineOmega™ has a high ratio of omega-3 to omega-6 polyunsaturated fatty acids and also contains krill oil, which provides highly bioactive EPA and DHA (important omega-3 fatty acids) in a unique form targeted for use in the brain and cell membranes throughout the body. It also contains the powerful carotenoid antioxidant astaxanthin and a unique flavonoid-the first flavonoid extracted from a non-plant or algae source.

"Omega-3 fatty acids should be a regular part of everyone's diet," added Chang. "Proper nutrition including an effective source of omega-3 fatty acids can help to reverse some of the widespread and adverse trends that are plaguing human health."

Pharmanex®
Pharmanex®, a Nu Skin Enterprises company, is a leader in the research and development of nutritional products. The company offers comprehensive micronutrient supplements, natural health products, standardized botanicals and specialized health systems. Pharmanex® products are sold direct to the consumer through the Internet and a network of independent distributors. For more information, go to www.pharmanex.com.

¹ Farquharson K et al. Arch Dis Chid 1995(72):198-203