Every mother-to-be worries about postpartum depression. A few have probably even wondered if fish oil could help. This specific type of depression usually affects women in the first 3 months following the birth of her child. Symptoms are identical to those observed in traditional depression, but can also include a diminished ability for a mother…
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A new study out of Sydney, Australia has shown a link between depression (and bipolar disorder) and deficiency of Omega-3 fatty acids in the diet. The researchers point out the practical applications of their work: Lead researcher and institute director Professor Gordon Parker said his work found that omega-3 fish oil supplements could be used…
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Several studies are now indicating that fish oil can alleviate depression. These studies were prompted by some very interesting observations: Scientists first became interested when they noticed that countries with the highest fish consumption had the lowest rates of depression. They also observed that mothers in England who ate very little fish during pregnancy doubled…
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