In the following study the researchers reviewed observational and randomized controlled trials looking for an association between cognitive decline, Alzheimer’s disease and omega 3 fatty acids.
They found evidence from 33 studies suggesting that dietary and supplemental omega 3 fatty acids have a protective effect against cognitive impairment (Wood AHR, et al., 2021).
Both observational studies and randomized clinical trials supported a protective effect of omega 3 fatty acids on cognitive function and a reduced risk of Alzheimer’s disease.
The randomized clinical trials suggested a more pronounced effect in individuals with early and mild cognitive impairment.
The active ingredients EPA and DHA in omega 3 fish oil have been shown to be important for the brain and nervous system having a protective effect against neuroinflammation in addition to provide other benefits.
Taking omega 3 fish oil capsules of high quality with higher amounts of EPA and DHA is an easy way to help your brain.
Reference:
Wood AHR, Chappell HF, Zulyniak MA. Dietary and supplemental long-chain omega-3 fatty acids as moderators of cognitive impairment and Alzheimer’s disease. Eur J Nutr. 2021 Aug 15.
Better Fish Oil
- The Better Fish Oil comes in the form of triglycerides which offers better stability to the fatty acids and prevents breakdown and oxidation.
- The anti-inflammatory effects of Omega 3 fatty acids are well known. Most people that eat a western diet can benefit from increasing the intake of Omega 3 fatty acid since their diet usually contains too much Omega 6 from vegetable oils and saturated fat from dairy and other animal sources. Most fish oils on the market are ethyl esters because that’s cheaper to produce. Fish oil in a triglyceride form is also better absorbed than ethyl esters
