Omega-3 Fatty Acids, and in Particular DHA, Are Associated With Increased Attention Scores in Adolescents – Neuroscience News

Omega-3 Fatty Acids, and in Particular DHA, Are Associated With Increased Attention Scores in Adolescents – Neuroscience News

Summary: DHA consumption was associated with improved capacity for selective and sustained attention in adolescents, while ALA lowered impulsive behaviors. Source: ISGLOBAL Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) is associated with a greater capacity for selective and sustained attention in adolescents, while alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) is associated with lower impulsivity, according to a study co-led by ISGlobal, a … Read more

Supplements are NOT elixirs of youth: Vitamin D3 and omega-3 fatty acids NOT helpful against frailty

Supplements are NOT elixirs of youth: Vitamin D3 and omega-3 fatty acids NOT helpful against frailty

Popping vitamin D3 and Omega-3 fatty acid pills every day will not stop older adults from suffering inflammation and becoming frail, a study has found. Scientists at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Massachusetts, behind the five-year research urged Americans over 50 years old to drop the ‘unnecessary’ pills Tuesday, and instead focus on exercise and … Read more