What Are the Benefits of Fish Oil for ADHD?
Omega-3 fatty acids are known to support brain health. Here’s what the evidence says about the role they might play in ADHD.
February 24, 2021
The oils found in fish contain two types of omega-3 fatty acids. You can boost your intake by eating more fish or by taking supplements.
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While there is no cure for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), there are several treatment options to help manage symptoms. Usually a comprehensive approach, one that may include medication, behavioral therapy, and education, can best help.
And one tool that researchers are finding may be part of that arsenal is fish oil or more specifically the omega-3 fatty acids found in fish oil.