23 June 2017
About Omega-3
Omega-3s: What everybody needs
More and more people are talking about omega-3s—
and for good reason.
Omega-3s are naturally occurring nutrients
that are critical for human health. They are similar
to vitamins and minerals in that we need to consume them,
but they are another category of nutrients, fatty acids.
There are three primary omega-3s: ALA, EPA, and DHA.
While they are all considered healthful fats,
there are big differences between the three and
the function they perform in the body.
ALA (alpha-linoleic acid) offers limited health benefits.
EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and
DHA (docosahexaenoic acid)
have been studied the most and have many vital, life-sustaining roles.
Consuming enough EPA and DHA omega-3s is important
for general health. For example, sufficient intake supports
the health of our hearts, brains, eyes, joints,
blood vessels and more.
They support healthy mood and help us live longer.
In particular, omega-3s are critical to normal development
during pregnancy, childhood, and adolescence.
EPA and DHA are most easily obtained from
consuming cold-water fish—like salmon and tuna
—or from taking purified supplements made from fish oil.
DETAILS
has signed a definitive agreement
to sell its Epax® Omega-3 business to Pelagia AS.
The transaction is expected to close by the end of Q3 2017,
subject to customary regulatory approvals
and closing conditions.
Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
president,
"We are pleased to sell our Omega-3 business to Pelagia AS,
a leading manufacturer of pelagic fish products,"
"We believe Pelagia provides a strong strategic fit
for our Epax® Omega-3 product line
and will complement Pelagia's existing portfolio."
SOURCE
FMC Media contact: Dwayne Roark, +1.215.299.6820, dwayne.roark@fmc.com;
FMC Investor contact: Michael Wherley, +1.215.299.6543, michael.wherley@fmc.com
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