24 years of research
We collaborate with leading researchers worldwide and have participated in a number of clinical studies. Below you will find a list of relevant studies in sports nutrition. For a complete overview of studies related to Smartfish products, follow this link.
Muskelsårhet og eksplosiv kraft hos profesjonelle rugbyspillere
Twenty professional rugby players were randomized to take either Smartfish or a protein-based placebo twice daily over five weeks. The effect was measured through muscle soreness, countermovement jump (CMJ), and mental well-being. The results showed that Smartfish reduced muscle soreness and fatigue, and helped maintain muscle strength and explosiveness compared to day zero.
Link to the study
Substrate Metabolism at Rest and during Steady-State Cycling
Twenty-one male cyclists and triathletes were randomized to two groups receiving supplementation twice daily with either Smartfish or a control for four weeks. Researchers measured gas exchange at rest and during 60 minutes of cycling at 85% of individual lactate threshold. The results showed that Smartfish increased the respiratory exchange ratio and carbohydrate oxidation during steady-state cycling, while fat oxidation was reduced.
Link to the study
Eccentric Exercise in Competitive Soccer Players
30 male football players were divided into three groups who for six weeks received supplements twice daily with either Smartfish-like drink (containing omega-3, whey protein, leucine, and carbohydrate), only protein and carbohydrate, or only carbohydrate. After eccentric strength training in the legs, researchers measured recovery over 72 hours. The group that received the omega-3 blend reported significantly lower muscle soreness and reduced levels of creatine kinase in the blood compared to the other groups.
Link to the study
PRODUCT DEVELOPER
SILJE GJERDE
"New technology and new insights have made it possible to develop an omega-3 product that combines documented effect with a taste people actually like."
A GROUNDBREAKING EMULSION
The Smartfish formula
Smartfish is a high-tech emulsion – we use a method to bind and stabilize fish oil of the highest quality in a natural juice blend, while adding as much whey protein isolate as possible.
UNIQUE
NEW FORMULATION
Smartfish is the first recovery drink of its kind, combining protein, natural carbohydrates and omega-3 in a ready-to-drink product that tastes great.
STABLE
15 months shelf life
Smartfish can be stored at room temperature for 15 months, thanks to its stable emulsion and aseptic packaging, completely without preservatives.
Fresh
FRUITY FLAVOR
Does it taste like fish? No, Smartfish has a fresh raspberry flavor and is fruit juice-based.
"We have used Smartfish for several years, especially after matches and intensive training sessions when it often takes time for players to consume other nutrients.
It is also positive that it contains a good amount of Omega-3, which most people do not get enough of, and not least that it tastes good."
Halvard Øen Grova | Physio | Viking Fotball
"We have been using Smartfish for several years and are very satisfied with the product as it provides a supply of nutrients in the open window right after training, and before they consume a full meal 30-45 minutes after the session."
Bjørn Erik Melland | Medical Coordinator | Aalesund Football Club
I have to say I'm really positively surprised by the effect of omega-3 on recovery. Since I started using Smartfish and increased my omega-3 intake, I've noticed a clear difference - my body can handle more, recovers faster, and I simply have another gear in training. It's a game-changer."
Yngvar Andersen | General Manager | Spring Run Club
A fruity protein drink enriched with Norwegian omega-3 from sustainable sources.
Your recovery loooooooooop
1
RESISTANCE
Training and competition stress and break down muscles. To avoid injuries and overuse, muscles need time to recover between sessions.
2
RECOVERY
Smartfish has been developed to support your recovery after exercise, by providing you with a high dose of essential nutrition, including protein, carbohydrates, and omega-3.
3
RESULTS
With the right balance of nutrition, fluids, and rest, muscles recover faster – allowing you to train harder and more often.
All Our Clinical Trials
All studies conducted with Smartfish products.
| Study# | Indication | Title | Author(s) | Registry ID | Publications | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SF-C002 | Cachexia, Cancer | A 12-week Double Blind, Placebo Controlled, Randomised Pilot Study Assessing Safety and Tolerability of Nutrifriend Cachexia in Patients Diagnosed with Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC) with Involuntary Weight Loss | Prof. M Muscarlitoli | NCT02515032 (ClinicalTrials.gov) | 2 Publications | #1, #2 |
| SF-K002 | Cachexia, COPD | A 12-Week, Randomised, Placebo Controlled, Multi-Centre, Parallel Group Study Assessing the Safety and Tolerability of Nutrifriend Cachexia (Non-Complete Dietary Formula) in Patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) | NCT02442908 (ClinicalTrials.gov) | 1 Publication | #1 | |
| ISS-B001 | Brain Health | Reduction in behavior problems with omega-3 supplementation in children aged 8–16 years: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, stratified, parallel-group trial. | Adrian Raine, Jianghong Liu, Jill Portnoy, Joseph R. Hibbeln | NCT02016079 (ClinicalTrials.gov) | 2 Publications | #1, #2 |
| ISS-B004 | Brain Health | Biosocial Prediction and Intervention on Childhood Aggression | Adrian Raine | NCT00842439 (ClinicalTrials.gov) | 1 Publication | #1 |
| ISS-B008 | Brain Health | The Better Resiliency Among Veterans With Omega-3's (BRAVO) Study: A Double Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial of Omega-3 Fatty Acid Supplementation Among Military Veterans | Andrea Glenn, Bernadette Marriott | NCT01901887 (ClinicalTrials.gov) | 2 Publications | #1, #2 |
| ISS-B009 | Brain Health | Effect of a Nutrition Supplement Containing Fish Oil, Whey Protein, Vitamin D, and Resveratrol, on Muscular and Cognitive Function in Older Adults | C. Moran, B. Egan | NCT02001831 (ClinicalTrials.gov) | 2 Publications | #1, #2 |
| ISS-B011 | Brain Health | Omega-3 incorporation in US soldiers | Joseph R. Hibbeln | 1 Publication | #1 | |
| ISS-B012 | Brain Health | Omega-3 supplementation, child antisocial behavior, and psychopathic personality: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, stratified, parallel group trial | Adrian Raine, Annis Fung | NCT02334098 (ClinicalTrials.gov) | 1 Publication | #1 |
| ISS-C001 | Cancer | Body surface area-based omega-3 fatty acids supplementation strongly correlates to blood concentrations in children | L. Ljungblad et al. | NCT02134600 (ClinicalTrials.gov) | 2 Publications | #1, #2 |
| ISS-C002 | Cancer | A randomised cross-over trial to compare erythrocyte membrane incorporation, acceptability and tolerability of omega-3 fatty acids in a drink carton formulation with an equivalent dose of omega-3 fatty acids in soft gelatin capsule form. | Henry Watson | ISRCTN18662143 (ISRCTN) | 1 Publication | #1 |
| ISS-G001 | General | Effects of a convenience drink fortified with n-3 fatty acids on the n-3 index | Clemens von Schacky | NCT00886704 (ClinicalTrials.gov) | 1 Publication | #1 |
| ISS-G002 | General | A randomized controlled trial of a preconceptional dietary intervention in women undergoing IVF treatment (PREPARE trial) | Nick Macklon, Philip Calder | 2 Publications | #1, #2 | |
| ISS-G003 | General | Determination of the glycaemic index of a clinical nutrition drink | Leatherhead Food Research | 1 Publication | #1 | |
| ISS-M001 | Metabolism | Novel Anti-inflammatory Dietary Intervention to Improve the Metabolic Phenotype of Overweight and Obese 13–18 Year Old Adolescents - Insights Into Potential Genetic Susceptibility | Helen M. Roche | NCT01665742 (ClinicalTrials.gov) | 3 Publications | #1, #2, #3 |
| ISS-M002 | Metabolism | High fat feeding: Metabolic and molecular mechanisms for alleviation of diet-induced insulin resistance by dietary fish oils | Kevin Tipton, Sophie Louise Wardle | 2 Publications | #1, #2 | |
| IS-M003 | Metabolism | Omega-3 Fatty Acids Supplementation and Atherothrombotic Biomarkers in Type 2 Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease. | Grzegorz Gajos | NCT02178501 (ClinicalTrials.gov) | — | |
| ISS-S001 | Sports | The Effect of Fish Oil, Vitamin D and Protein on URTI Incidence in Young Active People | Da Boit M et al. | 1 Publication | #1 | |
| ISS-S002 | Sports | Adding Fish Oil to Whey Protein, Leucine, and Carbohydrate Over a Six-Week Supplementation Period Attenuates Muscle Soreness Following Eccentric Exercise in Competitive Soccer Players | Philpott JD et al. | 2 Publications | #1, #2 | |
| ISS-S003 | Sports | Substrate Metabolism at Rest and during Steady-State Cycling Following n-3 PUFA Supplementation | Petre A et al. | 1 Publication | #1 | |
| ISS-S007 | Sports | Adding omega-3 fatty acids to a protein-based supplement during pre-season training results in reduced muscle soreness and the better maintenance of explosive power in professional Rugby Union players | Black KE et al. | 1 Publication | #1 | |
| ISS-B005 | Brain Health | Omega-3 supplementation in young offenders: a randomized, stratified, double-blind, placebo-controlled, parallel-group trial | Adrian Raine et al. | 1 Publication | #1 | |
| ISS-B010 | Brain Health | Prevention of cognitive decline and improvement of innate immunity in patients with mild cognitive impairment by omega-3 fatty acid and anti-oxidant supplementation | Milan Fiala | 4 Publications | #1, #2, #3, #4 | |
| PRE006 | Cancer | Medulloblastoma growth inhibited by LCPUFA DHA and EPA | Helena Gleismann, Per Kogner | 1 Publication | #1 | |
| PRE009 | Cancer | Effects of Nutrifriend (Smartfish), alone or in combination with chemotherapy, on tumour growth and cachexia in mice bearing the Lewis lung carcinoma | Josep M. Argilés | 2 Publications | #1, #2 | |
| PRE017 | Cancer, Cachexia | Omega‐3 and omega‐3/curcumin‐enriched fruit juices decrease tumour growth and reduce muscle wasting in tumour‐bearing mice | Silvia Busquets | 1 Publication | #1 | |
| PRE004 | Curcuminoids and ω-3 fatty acids with anti-oxidants potentiate cytotoxicity of natural killer cells against pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma cells and inhibit interferon γ production | Milan Fiala | 2 Publications | #1, #2 | ||
| Brain Health | Omega-3 nutritional supplementation improves amyloid-beta immunity through specialized pro-resolving mediators | Bien Sagong, Jessica Leung, Milan Fiala, Rachel Rubattino, Sam Famenini | 1 Publication | #1 | ||
| Brain Health | Specialized Pro-Resolving Mediators from Omega-3 Fatty Acids Improve Amyloid- Phagocytosis and Regulate Inflammation in Patients with Minor Cognitive Impairment | Jesmond Dalli, Milan Fiala, Niccolo Terrando | 1 Publication | #1 |