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Are omega-3s effective against depression? A meta-analysis

In Italy, 6 percent of adults are dealing with depression, a condition that compromises not only their psychological well-being but also their physical well-being, with consequences that, all too often, limit daily activities. This is underlined by the Istituto Superiore di Sanità (Iss) through the data of the PASSI (Progress of Health Authorities for Health in Italy) Surveillance for the two-year period 2022-2023, pointing out that those who have to deal with depressive symptoms are mainly the elderly, women, those who live alone, in precarious economic or work situations, and those who live with a chronic disease.

Migraine supplements: Omega-3s fight stress and improve sleep quality

Alzheimer's disease, Omega 3 for prevention in case of genetic predisposition

Learn how Omega-3s can help prevent Alzheimer's in people genetically predisposed to the disease. A recent study highlights the benefits of Omega-3 supplementation for carriers of the APOE*E4 variant of the gene, showing potential in slowing the progression of brain injury and protecting cognitive function. Learn more about this groundbreaking research and how Omega-3s can support brain health at any age.

Nutrition and physical and mental stress: is there an effective supplement?

Omega-3s protect brain health and size

High levels of Omega 3 appear to slow brain volume loss during aging. Postmenopausal women with high concentrations of the fatty acids DPA (docosapentaenoic acid) and EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) in fact possess larger brains compared with others of the same age.

Omega-3s protect against brain injury and preserve nerve fibers

Omega-3s in high concentrations have a protective effect on the brains of the elderly. High levels of DHA (docosahexanoic acid), EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DPA (docosapentaenoic acid) appear to reduce the risk of silent strokes, small lesions caused by lack of blood flow, and confer greater stability to the nerve fibers that make up the white matter. 

EPA supplements improve cognitive function and reduce brain strain

Omega 3 supplements rich in EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid), in young subjects, increase cognitive performance and help the brain work with less effort. Those with DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) seem less efficient in enhancing neurocognitive performance.

Cigarette smoking: do omega-3s help to quit?

Taking EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) supplements can help reduce nicotine cravings and the number of cigarettes smoked per day.   

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Are omega-3s effective against depression? A meta-analysis

In Italy, 6 percent of adults are dealing with depression, a condition that compromises not only their psychological well-being but also their physical well-being, with consequences that, all too often, limit daily activities. This is underlined by the Istituto Superiore di Sanità (Iss) through the data of the PASSI (Progress of Health Authorities for Health in Italy) Surveillance for the two-year period 2022-2023, pointing out that those who have to deal with depressive symptoms are mainly the elderly, women, those who live alone, in precarious economic or work situations, and those who live with a chronic disease.

Migraine supplements: Omega-3s fight stress and improve sleep quality

Alzheimer's disease, Omega 3 for prevention in case of genetic predisposition

Learn how Omega-3s can help prevent Alzheimer's in people genetically predisposed to the disease. A recent study highlights the benefits of Omega-3 supplementation for carriers of the APOE*E4 variant of the gene, showing potential in slowing the progression of brain injury and protecting cognitive function. Learn more about this groundbreaking research and how Omega-3s can support brain health at any age.

Nutrition and physical and mental stress: is there an effective supplement?

Omega-3s protect brain health and size

High levels of Omega 3 appear to slow brain volume loss during aging. Postmenopausal women with high concentrations of the fatty acids DPA (docosapentaenoic acid) and EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) in fact possess larger brains compared with others of the same age.

Omega-3s protect against brain injury and preserve nerve fibers

Omega-3s in high concentrations have a protective effect on the brains of the elderly. High levels of DHA (docosahexanoic acid), EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DPA (docosapentaenoic acid) appear to reduce the risk of silent strokes, small lesions caused by lack of blood flow, and confer greater stability to the nerve fibers that make up the white matter. 

EPA supplements improve cognitive function and reduce brain strain

Omega 3 supplements rich in EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid), in young subjects, increase cognitive performance and help the brain work with less effort. Those with DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) seem less efficient in enhancing neurocognitive performance.

Cigarette smoking: do omega-3s help to quit?

Taking EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) supplements can help reduce nicotine cravings and the number of cigarettes smoked per day.   

A mix of omega-3s and vitamins to counter cognitive impairment

A drink containing 2 grams of omega-3 along with vitamins and plant substances, including resveratrol and vitamin D, appears to counter both immune and biochemical mild cognitive impairment (MCI), thereby also targeting several mechanisms typical of Alzheimer's Disease.