FeaturedNeuroscience·September 27, 2023·7 min readFatty Foods Influence Memory FormationResearchers from Ohio State University have delved deeper into how high-fat diets might impact memory. The study identified the omega-3 fatty acid DHA as a potential defense against fat-induced brain inflammation.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceVisual Neuroscience·March 27, 2023·3 min readNew Form of Omega-3 Could Prevent Visual Decline With Alzheimer’s DiseaseA newly developed version of the Omega-3 fatty acid DHA can cross the retina in the eye and ward off vision loss for those with Alzheimer's disease, diabetes, and other disorders.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·October 27, 2022·4 min readOmega-3 Fatty Acid Could Boost IQ for Preterm BabiesProviding DHA, an omega-3 fatty acid, to children born prematurely boosted their IQ by 3.5 points compared to preterm infants who did not receive DHA supplementation.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·October 5, 2022·3 min readOmega-3’s Linked to Improved Brain Structure and Cognition at MidlifeBoosting omega-3 fatty acid intake helps to preserve brain health and improve cognition in middle age, a new study reports. For those with the Alzheimer's associated APOE4 gene, omega-3 fatty acid intake was associated with greater hippocampal volume and less small vessel disease.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·September 28, 2022·4 min readOmega-3 Fatty Acids, and in Particular DHA, Are Associated With Increased Attention Scores in AdolescentsDHA consumption was associated with improved capacity for selective and sustained attention in adolescents, while ALA lowered impulsive behaviors.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·June 9, 2022·3 min readPeople With a High Omega-3 DHA Level in Their Blood Are at 49% Lower Risk of Alzheimer’sPeople with higher levels of omega-3 DHA in their blood are 49% less likely to develop dementia than those with lower levels. Researchers say adding additional omega-3 DHA to the diet, especially in those with the Alzheimer's associated Apoe4 gene, could slow the development and progress of dementia.Read More
FeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·October 12, 2021·3 min readMigraines Caused by Alterations in Metabolite LevelsResearchers have identified causal genetic links to three blood metabolite levels that increase migraine risks.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·June 24, 2021·5 min readA Low Omega-3 Index Is Just as Strong a Predictor of Early Death as SmokingPeople with lower EPA and DHA in red blood cell membranes, which correlates to lower scores on the Omega-3 index, were found to have an increased risk of cardiovascular disease and ultimately a decrease in lifespan compared to those who scored higher on the omega-3 index.Read More
Brain CancerFeaturedNeurologyNeuroscience·June 11, 2021·4 min readAn Omega-3 That’s Poison for TumorsCommonly associated with helping improve brain function, the omega 3 fatty acid DHA may have another, previously unknown benefit. A new study reports DHA and other related fatty acids may help slow the development of cancerous tumors.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscience·June 3, 2021·3 min readFish Oil Taken During Pregnancy Boosts Brain Function in Children at Age 10At age ten, children whose mothers took fish oil supplements during pregnancy were more efficient at problem-solving tasks and had better attentional focus than those whose mothers just took folic acid or no supplements at all.Read More
FeaturedNeuroscienceOpen Neuroscience ArticlesPsychology·May 31, 2021·4 min readLow Levels of Omega-3 Associated With Higher Risk of PsychosisAdolescents with higher levels of Omega 3 fatty acids in their blood had a decreased risk of developing psychosis as they entered into early adulthood. At the age of 24, those with psychosis had lower levels of DHA than those without the disorder.Read More
FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology·March 24, 2021·4 min readDHA Supplement May Offset Impact of Maternal Stress on Unborn MalesDHA supplements have long been recommended for pregnant women to assist in healthy fetal development. A new study finds DHA supplements can also reverse the impact of early prenatal stress on developing male babies.Read More