Glossary
Technical terms are unavoidable when writing about nutrition at any depth. This glossary defines the key terms used across the Knowledge Centre — from fatty-acid abbreviations to cultivation technology — in plain English with enough context to be useful rather than just correct.
All Glossary Terms
Alpha-Linolenic Acid (ALA)
Plant-derived omega-3 precursor to EPA and DHA.
Bioavailability
The proportion of a nutrient absorbed and used by the body.
Certificate of Analysis
Third-party document verifying supplement purity and potency.
Chlorella
Single-celled green freshwater alga used in supplements.
Chlorophyll
Green pigment in algae responsible for photosynthesis.
DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid)
Long-chain omega-3 critical for brain and eye health.
EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid)
Long-chain omega-3 involved in inflammation regulation.
Marine Phytoplankton
Microscopic ocean algae at the base of the marine food chain.
Microalgae
Unicellular photosynthetic organisms grown for nutrition.
Nannochloropsis
EPA-rich marine microalga used in phytoplankton supplements.
Oxidative Stress
Cellular damage from an imbalance of free radicals and antioxidants.
Phospholipid
Fat molecule forming cell membranes that aids nutrient absorption.
Photobioreactor
Closed cultivation system for growing algae under controlled conditions.
Triglyceride
The most common fat storage form and omega-3 carrier molecule.