Rethinking Omega-3s — Why Algae Is the Future of Sustainable Nutrition
Description:
In this featured conversation from the Honest Health Podcast, ORLO Nutrition’s education leader and host of Nutrition Without Compromise, Corinna Bellizzi. She joins Dr. Jeffrey Burke to dive deep into the future of omega-3 nutrition. Together, they explore how algae-based omega-3s offer a superior, sustainable alternative to fish oil—one that supports both human and planetary health.
Corinna shares her journey from leading Nordic Naturals’ rise in the natural products industry to launching ORLO Nutrition, the first brand to deliver algae omega-3s in a carbon-negative, bioavailable polar lipid form. This episode is packed with insights on functional nutrition, environmental sustainability, and how cutting-edge technology is shaping the future of supplements.
🔬 What You’ll Learn:
- Why fish oil isn’t the only—or best—source of EPA and DHA
- The environmental impact of overfishing, even in “certified sustainable” fisheries
- How Orlo’s algae is grown in a closed-loop, carbon-negative facility using geothermal energy
- The bioavailability benefits of polar lipids vs. traditional triglycerides or ethyl esters
- Why algae-based omega-3s are more effective for some people—including those with APOE4 genotypes
- The power of spirulina: bioavailable B12, plant-based protein, and functional nutrients
- Product highlights: Omega-3 softgels, Women’s Vitality Mix, Focus + Memory Gummies, and Brain Performance Bars
- The role of nutrition in brain health, cognition, and longevity
🔗 Explore More:
- ORLO Omega-3: Superior absorption, no fishy aftertaste, sustainably grown
- Icelandic Ultra Spirulina: A clean, nutrient-rich source of bioavailable protein, B12, and antioxidants
- Brain & Body Functional Nutrition: Bars, chews, and mixes designed to fuel performance and focus
🔍 Learn more and shop our full product line at: OrloNutrition.com
🎥 Watch or listen to the full interview with Dr. Jeffrey Burke at: www.drjeffreyburke.com
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