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Our central nervous system consists of the brain and spine, our peripheral nervous system connects all organs and tissues to the brain. DHA is the most common polyunsaturated fatty acid in the brain, and supports its health and function
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overview Dha & brain health
Migraines & dha + EPA
Migraines severely impact one’s ability to function and can cause a decrease in quality of life. Common migraine symptoms are intense headaches, feelings of nausea and extreme sensitivity to sound and light. Research has shown that omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA offer protection against prevalence, duration and severity of migraines. Click here for topic overview DHA & Attention deficit hyper disorder
A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials by Chang and colleagues found associations between EPA and DHA in children and adolescents with ADHD (Chang et al., 2018). Click here for topic overview familial alzheimer's disease & DHA
Alzheimer’s disease is the most prevalent form of dementia worldwide. Intriguingly, studies show that DHA supplementation can play a positive role in certain forms of Alzheimer’s disease. Click here for topic overview DHA & mild cognitive impairment
Mild cognitive impairment is a clinical diagnosis for a condition characterized by cognitive decline that does not (yet) meet criteria for dementia. Inflammation in the brain is a common characteristic of (and suspected contributor to) mild cognitive impairment and dementias; studies have correspondingly found positive effects of DHA in the context of mild cognitive impairment. Click here for topic overview schizophrenia & DHA
Schizophrenia is a psychiatric disorder that is perhaps best known for episodes of psychosis. During these episodes, schizophrenic individuals lose touch with reality, often experiencing hallucinations and delusions, which can result in impulsive and aggressive behavior. Research has shown that omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA play an important role in this condition. Click here for topic overview DHA & major depressive disorder
Major depressive disorder is perhaps the most well-known form of depression, typically characterized by at least a depressed mood most of the day or a loss of pleasure and interest. Although no biological cause is known, studies indicate that low levels of DHA negatively correlate with this disorder prevalence and symptoms. Moreover, a promising trial has shown positive effects of DHA supplementation in relation to symptom severity of major depressive disorder. Click here for topic overview |
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