Studies find great benefit of EFA/DHA for major Brain and Mood disorders
How many people (adults or children) do you know who struggle with mood or brain disorders? I’m sure if you are like me, you probably know several people who struggle with symptoms of ADD, ADHD, autism, dyslexia, depression, bipolar disorder or even schizophrenia, don’t you? How many have been told there is no other option than medication? Well, based on scientific research, I am happy to say that it is simply not the case anymore.
Just one study I read this morning talks about the benefits of Essential Fatty Acids (EPA and DHA) found in Fish and Plant-Based oils (ALA, CLA and GLA) for BRAIN, central nervous system and heart health.
Another thing to note is that DHA is proven essential to pre- and postnatal brain development, whereas EPA, seems more influential on behavior and mood.
“In double-blind, randomized, controlled trials, DHA and EPA combinations have been shown to benefit attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (AD/HD), autism, dyspraxia (coordination disorder) dyslexia, and aggression.
For the affective disorders, meta-analyses confirm benefits in major depressive disorder (MDD) and bipolar disorder, with promising results in schizophrenia and initial benefit for borderline personality disorder. Accelerated cognitive decline and mild cognitive impairment (MCI) correlate with lowered tissue levels of DHA/EPA, and supplementation has improved cognitive function. Huntington disease has responded to EPA.
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18072818
Besides the huge benefit to the brain, Essential Fatty Acids benefits other body systems including the cardiovascular and nervous systems. According to the American Heart Association, “Omega-3 fatty acids, particularly EPA and DHA, have been shown to benefit the heart of healthy people, and those at high risk for—or who already have— cardiovascular disease.”
This is just one amazing research study, believe me, there are hundreds more. Why wouldn’t anyone want to try safe and effective methods of healing and strengthening the mind and body?
To Your Good Health!
Holistic Health Warrior
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