My son has a mild form of ADHD: can he take Omega-3?
I take 3 beads of Omegor Vitality daily. I would like to know if I can use the new product Omegor Antiage, with what dosage, and how to behave compared to Vitality. Also I would like to know if the new Omegor Antiage could be harmful to the fetus. Best regards and thank you, Francesca
Dear Maximilian,
I recommend that you evaluate with your child's pediatrician VitaDHA 1000, a dietary supplement in capsule form. A rich, concentrated docosahexaenoic acid (DHA Plus) formula derived from purified fish oil and deodorized by multiple molecular distillation. The DHA Plus in VitaDHA 1000 is highly bioavailable because it is in the form of natural triglyceride, a structure easily assimilated by the body.
Our brains are more than 60 percent fat, and most of the long-chain omega-3 fatty acids that are present in our bodies are located in the brain, particularly DHA the main component of the nervous system's cell membranes. Many scientific studies highlight how a DHA deficiency in children can be associated with decreased attention, learning abilities and hyperactivity, typical behaviors in ADHD. Below is a link to a Spanish study in children aged 6 to 18 years with ADHD with supplements high in DHA: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31190827/.
In addition, omega-3 fatty acids help maintain adequate levels of dopamine; when levels of this neurotransmitter drop you are more likely to be affected by attention disorders, decreased ability to concentrate on immediate tasks, and movement disorders. I recommend 2-3 capsules per day of VitaDHA 1000 before a main meal. If your son then cannot swallow the capsules, I recommend a viable alternative in liquid form with the same content characteristics, VitaDHA liquid. VitaDHA liquid contains an even purer and more natural fish oil produced by a refining process that preserves as much of the oil's natural form as possible, keeps it stable for longer, and gives it a neutral taste.
In addition, lemon flavor has been added to the formulation. I recommend one sachet every other day of liquid VitaDHA before a main meal or it can be added to cold foods such as yogurt or spreadable cheese. It is important for the physician to monitor the situation and any improvements and, if necessary, vary the daily dosage according to the physiological results obtained. In general, supplementation should be continued for at least 2-3 months and can be prolonged without side effects, particularly throughout the school period.
Sincerely,
Beatrice Iozzino, pharmacist
