The associations between different sources of dietary omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids and the risk of depression have not been prospectively studied.
So, researchers at the Harvard School of Public Health, in Boston, examined these associations. Continue reading Omega-3 and -6 and the risk for depression
The American Psychiatric Association’s Task Force on Complementary and Alternative Medicine reviewed the evidence and report their findings.
Here are their findings. Continue reading CAM for major depressive therapy
Researchers at Goulds Naturopathica, in Hobart TAS, Australia, reviewed the evidence. Continue reading CAM (not St John’s wort) to treat depression
Over 2 years, researchers from the UK and Australia followed almost 900 septuagenarians for any benefits on cognition from omega-3 supplementation. Continue reading OPAL (Older People And omega-3 Long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids)
Researchers at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, in Ohio present a pithy summary.
Here we go. Continue reading Listing the benefits of fish oil to prevent coronary heart disease
It’s suggested that omega-3 fatty acids might have an effect on disorders such as ADHD, autism, and dyslexia.
Researchers from the University of Wales, in Newport, UK looked for an association between omega-3 tissue levels and learning and behavior in school-aged children. Continue reading Is there a relationship between omega-3 and childrens’ behavior?
Researchers from the University of California, San Francisco tell us the evidence is minimal. Continue reading Review: Omega-3 fatty acids to treat autistic spectrum disorder
Concern over bleeding due to changes in platelet function has led to prohibiting omega-3 supplements before surgery.
Researchers at the Hospital for Special Surgery, in New York City, reviewed the records of spinal surgery patients in order to determine the risk of bleeding. Continue reading Fish oil and the risk of bleeding following surgery
Researchers at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, in Seattle, Washington, reviewed the evidence. Continue reading Is it possible to prevent prostate cancer with diet and supplements?
Vegetarian diets exclude fish, the major dietary source of fatty acids, eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), which are critical regulators of brain cell structure and function.
Researchers at Arizona State University, in Mesa, examined associations between mood and polyunsaturated fatty acid intake in vegetarian and omnivorous diets. Continue reading Effect of vegetarian diets on mood
Researchers at the University of Bonn, in Germany, evaluated the effects of supplementation with eicosapentaenoic acid and docosahexaenoic acid (omega-3 fatty acids) on risk factors for calcium oxalate stone formation. Continue reading Omega-3 and the risk of kidney stones
ConsumerLab.com reports that their tests of fish oil, krill oil, and algal oil supplements revealed quality problems. Continue reading Omega-3 from fish, algae, and krill
Researchers at Martek Biosciences Corporation, in Columbia, Maryland, studied the effects of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) (an essential fatty acid) on improving cognitive functions in healthy older adults with age-related cognitive decline. Continue reading More support for omega-3 to slow age-related cognitive decline
Evidence for CAM to treat depression, anxiety, sleep disorders, and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has been reviewed by researchers at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center, in Kenner.
Here’s what we know. Continue reading Review of CAM for behavioral health
In this study, researchers at the University of Montreal, in Quebec, evaluated the response to alternative sources of omega-3 fatty acids (krill vs fish) in women with premenstrual syndrome.
A reader comments, and I reply. So, it’s back to the top of the queue for this post. Continue reading Krill oil vs fish oil to manage premenstrual syndrome and dysmenorrhea
Researchers from Concord Hospital, in New Hampshire reviewed the evidence and graciously provide us with succinct conclusions.
Here’s what we know. Continue reading Should you trust supplements to lower cholesterol levels?
A reader asked for a summary of the benefits of krill oil.
Most of the published literature is based on animal studies. But several researchers have studied humans. Continue reading Krill oil effects in humans
People with known coronary heart disease should consume at least 1 gram daily of long-chain omega-3 fatty acids.
Researchers from the University of Missouri-Kansas City ask whether taking supplements provide the same benefits as eating fatty fish? Continue reading Best source of omega-3 fatty acids for heart health
Researchers from the University of Gothenburg, in Sweden studied the association between fish intake and academic achievement among Swedish adolescents. Continue reading Eating fatty fish improves grades in school
The effect of a dietary omega-3 fatty acids supplementation on triglycerides and markers of insulin sensitivity was investigated by researchers at Tufts University School of Medicine, in Boston. Continue reading Benefits of omega-3 fatty acids in people with HIV