Cape Peninsula University of Technology
Overview of innovation

Omega Caro-E Xtra combines Omega-3 fatty acids with 11 different carotenoids and five different forms of vitamin E, all derived from Palm oil and manufactured by a patented process in Malaysia. It also contains 50% of the daily requirement for vitamin D. The concept was created and developed in South Africa, and international companies are following suit. The current consensus is that this approach will become the method of choice in the near future. Users of the product claim that problems such as eczema, psoriasis, arthritis, and general health improve with regular use.

Benefits:

  • Omega-3 fatty acids are essential for good health, brain function, and normal growth and development
  • The combination of high-quality omega-3 oils, 11 different carotenes, and five different forms of vitamin E
  • Contains no artificial colourants or preservatives and adheres to international recommendations regarding pesticide and heavy metal content
Type of Intellectual Property protection
Patent
Innovation Opportunity Type
Licensing
Industry
Human health and social work activities
Therapeutics
Human health activities
Health Technologies
FoodTech and Food Science
Technology Readiness Level
TRL 9 – Being utilized by the end user
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