Omega-3 might not be the solution to brain boosting

fish oilDALLAS: New research shows that these tablets may not be effective in doing anything to slow mental decline. According to a new survey, there is no evidence as to this.

Studying 4,000 people, scientists have found little evidence that omega-3 supplement help us to maintain our brain power.

Tracking the patients over five years, they found that the group suffered decline at approximately the same rate, regardless of whether they had taken the supplements or not.

Oily fish, such as sardines, have long been associated with healthy eating, but also with the power of reducing the risk of developing dementia.

It has also been linked to better heart health and strong bones.

But the part of fish that has been sold as the best for us is the omega-3 fatty acids. Public assumption has been that these acids, which are highly concentrated in the brain, were the cause of dietary benefits of fish…

Full story covered in the Dementia Business Weekly.