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Microalgae: An alternative natural source of bioavailable omega-3 DHA for promotion of mental health in East Africa

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Mental health illness associated with poor nutrition is a serious public concern world- wide. The most at risk individuals are children and adolescents in the developing world. Deficiencies in omega-3 DHA fatty acids have long been recognized as a major contribut- ing factor for mental health illnesses. Provision of products rich in omega-3 DHA could address this problem. But most commonly used products do not have preformed omega-3 DHA, making them less suitable for prevention of mental illnesses in resource-poor coun- tries. The objective of this study was to provide a narration of the best alternative source of bioavailable omega-3 DHA for promotion of mental health in developing countries. This study identified microalgae as the best natural source of preformed omega-3 DHA over fish oil which has been reported to contain heavy metals, antibiotics and other contaminants that may pose a serious safety concerns to consumers. The study has further narrated fu- ture opportunities around microalgae in East Africa. One of the opportunities is develop- ment of a business model that could accelerate sustainable production and utilization of microalgae for improved nutrition and health in Eastern Africa.

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English

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Folamil Group
Folamil Gold
Microalgae
Bioavailable omega-3 DHA

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Scientific African 6 (2019) e00187

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