Meet Crypthecodinium

Crypthecodinium doesn’t need sunlight like most algae. Instead, it’s heterotrophic, digesting organic material around it to grow and thrive. What makes it truly remarkable is its natural ability to produce DHA, a powerful omega-3 fatty acid that nourishes our brains, eyes, and hearts.

DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) is essential for building brain cell membranes, supporting memory and learning, maintaining retinal health for clear vision, and promoting heart wellbeing. Our bodies can’t make DHA on their own, so we typically rely on fish—but Crypthecodinium produces it independently, offering a sustainable, eco-friendly alternative that taps directly into nature’s ingenuity.

Within each Crypthecodinium cell, DHA is stored in tiny lipid pockets, like miniature vaults brimming with potential. When nutrients are scarce, the algae instinctively hoard fats and even some starch, building up reserves in preparation for challenging conditions. It’s this natural strategy that allows these tiny cells to become a powerhouse of omega-3s.

In short, Crypthecodinium may be small, but with careful cultivation, it holds enormous potential to help us produce the omega-3 fats our bodies need—sustainably, efficiently, and without relying on fish.