Recent trends in mental illness and omega-3 fatty acids

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According to DiNicolantonio & O’Keefe (2020), most humans are deficient in long-chain marine omega-3s, and most importantly, in docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), which plays a key part in healthy cerebral and ocular development. Furthermore, DHA is important for mental health in children and adults, cellular membrane function, and cerebral neurotransmitter secretion. Studies have shown that a […]

A mindfulness-based stress management program and treatment with omega-3 fatty acids to maintain a healthy mental state in hospital nurses (Happy Nurse Project): study protocol for a randomized controlled trial

Nursing is a depression-prone healthcare profession. Despite a significant underdiagnosis of depression, nurses continue to endure depression and anxiety, resulting in a negative impact on the patient care they are able to deliver. A lack of evidence to support mental health preventative strategies for this vulnerable population remains noticeable. After conducting a literature review, Watanabe […]