Omega-3 Fatty Acids Found in Fish Oil May Promote Brain Health

Omega-3 fatty acids found in fish oil and other foods might promote mental well being and prevent some types of brain disorders by helping brain cells repair and stabilize themselves (in effect it's like "lubricating" your mind). 

According a February 2010 BBC report, a three-month regimen of a fish oil supplement administered in liquid capsule form appeared to be as effective as drugs, cutting the rate of illnesses like schizophrenia by a quarter. 

An international team of scientists from Austria, Australia and Switzerland tested the treatment on 81 patients deemed to be at "high risk" for serious mental illnesses including schizophrenia.


The Wall Street Journal, quoting from the same study, noted the findings might cause doctors  to recommend fish oil to patients because there are known benefits (including better heart health) and little risk. 

In addition to fish oil, Omega-3 fatty acids are found in walnuts, fortified eggs, flax seeds, cauliflower, cabbage, brussel sprouts and cooked soybeans. Nutritionists recommend Omega-3 fatty acids from cold water fish like Alaskan salmon because they contain little or no mercury. 


Thinking about starting a fish oil regimen? For two opinions on correct dosage go to http://fishoil4health.com/fish-oil-dosage.html and http://www.fishoildosage.org/.