Scientific Research

Phospholipid Biology

Phospholipids are vital lipid components of cell membranes and a class of foundational nutrients present across all living systems.

In nature, lipids are never found in isolation. Phospholipids naturally combine with DHA, EPA, Choline, and other bioactive nutrients to create a sophisticated and multifaceted lipid matrix.

As Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids, DHA and EPA, along with Choline—an essential nutrient for human health—occur together in their native lipid forms, giving ROMEGA products their distinctive nutritional complexity and completeness.

At ROMEGA, science guides everything we do, and natural nutrition lies at the heart of our philosophy. We believe that the true value of every lipid nutrient is best realized when it remains true to its natural source.

Phospholipid Biology

As important components of biofilm, phospholipid DHA, EPA and choline have many biological functions.

DHA and EPA, as one of the essential fatty acids in human body, account for about 50% of the total lipids in the brain and have a wide range of health benefits for the brain, nerves and eyes.

Phospholipids are not only important components of brain and retinal cells, but also involved in nerve signal transduction and other processes, which are crucial for brain and neural development. Moreover, phospholipids are the main transport substances for Omega-3 fatty acids across the blood-brain barrier.

Choline, a B vitamin, plays an important role in neurotransmitter synthesis, cell membrane signaling, lipid transport and apoptosis regulation.

Brain

Phospholipid DHA comprises about 20% of the brain's total fatty acids, serving as a key structural lipid.

Eyes

Phospholipid DHA accounts for 50% of retinal fatty acids—a testament to its profound significance for vision and eye wellness.

Brain

Omega-3 fatty acids play a key role in maintaining the normal structure and function of cell membranes. Lysophosphatidylcholine DHA (LPC-DHA) is the main form of DHA absorbed by the brain. Supplement of phospholipid DHA can improve the utilization rate of DHA absorption in brain.

Eyes

Omega-3脂肪酸约占视Omega-3 fatty acids make up about 50% of the total fatty acids in the retina and are important for maintaining the integrity of the retina and normal function of the optic nerve. Phospholipid DHA and EPA can actively cross the blood-eye barrier, effectively accumulate in the retina and optic nerve, and provide adequate nutrition to promote visual health.

Scientific research and innovation

ROMEGA has a comprehensive system of technological innovation and product development. After 30 years of research and practice, we have applied for 10 invention patents and completed more than 20 basic research and clinical trials.

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Scientific research and innovation

ROMEGA has a comprehensive system of technological innovation and product development. After 20 years of research and practice, we have applied for 10 invention patents and completed more than 20 basic research and clinical trials.

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Product development pipeline

Reference Literature

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