The Natural Products Foundation and Carlson Laboratories are pleased to announce a partnership effort for Carlson Super Omega-3 Gems, a popular and award-winning product among Carlson?s complete line of omega-3 supplements.  Part of the proceeds from the sale of each specially-labeled supplement will benefit the Natural Products Foundation, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to improving the future of natural health.

?Carlson has always demonstrated support of industry initiatives, and this flagship program to fund industry research and education programs is an example of their commitment,? said NPF Executive Director Deb Knowles.

?The Natural Products Foundation is an important organization that provides effective and much needed services to the industry, such as its Truth in Advertising program, to help level the marketing playing field,? said Carlson President Carilyn Anderson.  ?We are proud to support such initiatives, and hope to see other industry manufacturers follow suit.?

Current medical research suggests that the omega-3?s EPA and DHA found in fish oil promote healthy brain, vision, joint, and cardiovascular health.  For those who don?t eat an oily fish diet, Carlson Super Omega-3 Gems is a convenient alternative.  The specially labeled Super Omega-3 Gems supplements displaying the Natural Products Foundation logo will be available at fine natural health stores nationwide from May 2011 through August 2011.

About Carlson Laboratories
Since 1965, Carlson Laboratories has been in the forefront acting as innovators in the nutritional supplement industry.  Realizing the importance of omega-3?s early on, Carlson Laboratories began educating retailers and consumers about the health benefits of fish oil.  Acting on a wealth of knowledge, Carlson was one of the first companies to bring liquid Norwegian cod liver oil and liquid Norwegian fish oils to the United States market.

About Natural Products Foundation
The mission of the Natural Products Foundation is to promote and facilitate research and education related to natural products for the benefit of consumers and industry.  Partners in natural health, Carlson Laboratories and the Natural Products Foundation are working together to improve the longevity and well-being of all health-conscious consumers.  To learn more, visit www.naturalproductsinfo.org/carlson.