In this episode of the What Science Says Podcast, we learn about five ways that omega-3 improves and maintains brain health. 

Omega-3 maintains neuronal membrane integrity:
Logan et al., Neurobehavioural aspects of omega-3 fatty acids: possible mechanisms and therapeutic value in major depression disorder. Alt Med Rev. 2003. 8(4):410-425.

Omega 3 reduces inflammation:
Silva et al. Mediterranean Diet: Lipids, Inflammation, and Malaria Infection. Int J Mol Sci. 2020: 21(4489).

Omega-3 supports synaptic plasticity:
Crupi et al. n-3 fatty acids: role in neurogenesis and neuroplasticity. Curr Med Chem. 2013;20(24):2953-63

Omega-3 improves cerebral blood flow:
Schwarz et al. Effects of Omega-3 Fatty Acids on Resting Cerebral Perfusion in Patients with Mild Cognitive Impairment: A Randomized Controlled Trial. J Prev Alzheimers Dis. 2018;5(1):26-30.

4. Does Omega-3 Help with Depression?

On What Science Says podcast, our goal is to bring your attention to actionable items that are scientifically proven to improve your health and wellbeing. Together, we will discuss existing and emerging science about how our body works and how we can cooperate with it, with evidence-based methods from world experts and peer-reviewed publications. Mahshad Kolahdouzan, our host, is a neuroscience PhD candidate at the University of Toronto and The Hospital for Sick Children. She has extensive knowledge on the effects of nutrition on the brain and how chronic pain develops.