OmegaSmart has been
cleared by the Food and Drug Administration and, through distributor
Advantage Foods International Inc., should already be on store shelves
in the northeastern U.S. Canadian distribution is expected to follow
soon. OmegaSmart will be available in eight-ounce, 10-lb., 40-lb.
and shredded cheese products, and PurNutra plans a line of omega
3/DHA-enriched dairy products, including ice cream, yogurts and
dairy spreads, within a year.
DHA, an omega 3 fatty
acid, has shown indications of helping to reduce the risk of heart
disease, depression and attention deficit disorder. In addition,
researchers believe there may be a connection between low DHA levels
and Alzheimer's.