New research finds individuals with high Omega-3 intakes have an increase in blood flow in the brain suggesting a link might exist between Omega-3 and Alzheimer’s Disease. Over 160 randomly selected people participated in this trial. These participants were taken from clinics and their brain function was studied using single photon emission computed tomography (SPECT). …
A new meta-analysis has found a critical role for Omega-3 in decreasing pre and post-natal depression (perinatal). This meta-analysis also found cases of depression might be associated with a higher Omega-6/Omega-3 ratio. This translates into a potential new way to treat perinatal depression (PND) because of Omega-3’s neuroplastic, anti-inflammatory and safety effects. 12 eligible studies…
A new research paper suggests that Omega-3 Essential Fatty Acids may reduce children’s risk of Type 1 Diabetes. This research looked at whether childhood serum Fatty Acid levels were linked to the development of autoimmunity in children genetically predisposed to developing Type 1 Diabetes. Over 7,700 children who had an increased genetic risk of developing…
Inflammation typically seen in Type 1 Diabetes may be reduced by Omega-3 Essential Fatty Acids according to new research. In a study involving mice supplementation with Omega 3 led to long-term improvements in insulin and glucose levels. Female non-obese diabetic mice were fed a control diet which was supplemented with either 10% arachidonic acid (an…
Although it has been seen that supplementation with Omega-3 Essential Fatty Acids could lessen allergic reactions and asthma symptoms by reducing the production of antibodies, researchers believe that these benefits may be hampered by asthma medication. Cell cultures from 17 Asthma patients were used. Researchers found that introducing Omega-3 Essential Fatty acids could reduce the…
A new German population study has found over 70% of middle-aged women have low Omega-3 levels increasing their risk of heart disease. Data from over 400 middle aged women who had taken part in a larger cross-sectional, nationwide multicenter study (VitaMinFemin) was analyzed. The original study which was designed to determine the status of selected…
A new study finds daily supplementation with Omega-3 essential fatty acids may improve measures of cognitive function like perceptual speed and memory. 86 people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) were randomly assigned to receive a placebo (olive oil) or an Omega-3 supplement (EPA 720 mg DHA 480 mg) daily for 6 months. The average mean…
A study just published shows fish oils supplements taken during the third trimester of pregnancy may reduce the risk of children developing wheezing or asthma. Over 700 pregnant women, who were at 24 weeks of gestation, participated in this study. Participants were randomly assigned to take either 2.4 grams of Omega-3 fish oil or an…
A new paper points to increased levels of the EPA Omega 3 essential fatty acid being associated with reductions in the severity of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms. A secondary analysis of data generated from a placebo-controlled trial was done. Participants were assigned to randomly receive either an Omega-3 supplement containing 1,470 mg of DHA…
According to a recent study improved reading skills in mainstream schoolchildren was seen with daily supplementation with both Omega 3 and Omega 6 essential fatty acids. Over 150 schoolchildren in grade 3 (9 and 10 years of age) participated in this randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial. Participants took the Logos test (A computer based test)…