Why is krill becoming an increasingly popular ingredient in pet food?

Just as people take supplements to make up for what their bodies are lacking, the same is true for pets. For example, our four-legged friends cannot naturally produce enough omega-3 fatty acids in their bodies and therefore also need a supplement.

We all know that omega-3 fatty acids are important nutrients for pets and humans because they promote brain development and heart health, among other things.

And that's where Antarctic krill comes in. As a natural source of omega-3 fatty acids, it's becoming increasingly popular in pet food, supplements and treats.

This is the Antarctic krill

Krill is a small crustacean that is at the bottom of the food chain. The Southern Ocean is home to Antarctic krill, a species with one of the largest total biomasses in the world. These tiny crustaceans live in the clean waters of the Antarctic and are therefore free from harmful environmental influences and contaminants.

Here are 3 things you should know about krill

Omega-3 fatty acids from the sea

Studies have shown that omega-3 fatty acids from the sea are still the best for pets. And why? Pets are not able to convert enough plant-based omega-3 fatty acids in their bodies. And the most effective omega-3 fatty acids are bound to phospholipids, which is exactly how they are found in krill.

Phospholipids are the natural and integral components of animal cells that maintain the strength, flexibility and integrity of cells and cell membranes. They are also responsible for the long-chain omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA entering the cell membranes of animals, which is crucial for the health effects of omega-3 fatty acids.