May Improve ADHD

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), characterized by impulsive behaviors and problems concentrating, typically begins in childhood but frequently persists into adulthood. DHA, as the primary omega-3 fat in your brain, aids in increasing blood flow during mental work. According to research, children and adults with ADHD frequently have reduced DHA levels in their blood. According to a recent study, seven of nine studies that looked at the effects of DHA supplements on children with ADHD indicated some improvement, such as in terms of attention or conduct.

In a major 16-week trial of 362 youngsters, those taking 600 mg of DHA daily had an 8% decrease in impulsive behaviors as judged by their parents – twice the decline seen in the placebo group. Another 16-week trial in 40 boys with ADHD found that taking 650 mg of DHA and EPA daily in addition to their regular ADHD medication resulted in a 15% decrease in attention issues, compared to a 15% increase in the placebo group.