Watsonville, California (September 1, 2009) Nordic Naturals hosts an extravaganza of events for retailers, media, and participants at this year’s Natural Products Expo East in Boston, September 24-26^th—with education, new products, celebratory toasts, and more! The company will have two booths this year: a retail booth #1135 and a pet booth #1535.

• Educational seminar: “Omega-3 Fish Oil & Antioxidants: The Key to Longevity” with famous neurosurgeon Dr. Joseph Maroon, on Friday, September 25th from 12:30 to 1:30 pm in Room 260, on the second level of the Convention Center. Dr. Maroon will be discussing the impact of fish oil and antioxidants such as resveratrol and green tea on healthy aging. His book The Longevity Factor challenges the current paradigm of aging and reviews the latest and greatest research on ways to live a longer, healthier life. Retailer attendees will receive an additional 5% off show orders by having their order form authorized at the lecture.

• Book Signing: Dr. Joseph Maroon will be signing his newly released book, The Longevity Factor, at Nordic Naturals booth #1135 from 2 to 4 pm on Friday, September 25^th.  Books are complimentary to the first 200 attendees and all media members.

• New Product Unveiling: Omega-3 Effervescent is a great, new way for kids and adults to take their omegas. Each packet contains 500 mg EPA and DHA and easily dissolves in water. It’s clean on the palate with a stevia-sweetened creamy orange flavor and contains added vitamin D₃.

• Cod-Tini Happy Hour: Attendees are invited to stop by Nordic Naturals booth #1135 for happy hour from 4 to 6 pm on Thursday and Friday – receive free samples and souvenirs!

Joseph C. Maroon, M.D., is a board certified neurosurgeon and currently serves as a medical advisor to Nordic Naturals. He has been the team Neurosurgeon for The Pittsburgh Steelers for the last 20 years. H has published over 250 scientific papers, 8 books, and 40 book chapters. Most recently, he has co-authored a study titled, “Evaluation of Lipid Profiles and the use of Omega-3 Essential Fatty Acids in Professional Football” -- a landmark paper in this field.

Distributing products to over 20 countries on all 7 continents, Nordic Naturals is the international leader in omega-3 fish oils and EFA blends. The company has built a strong reputation in the omega fatty acid category by delivering exceptional purity, freshness, taste and demonstrating environmental responsibility. Nordic Naturals has over 150 different fish oil products—including liquids, soft gels, and children's chewables – all in natural triglyceride form. For information, call 800.662.2544 or visit www.nordicnaturals.com.

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