Omega-3 fatty acids for depression in adults
Appleton KM, Sallis HM, Perry R, Ness AR, Churchill R
Published in Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, Vol. 11 (11), pp. CD004692
Methodology
Cochrane review of randomised trials of omega-3 supplementation for major depressive disorder symptom severity.
Key Findings
Omega-3 produced a small effect on depressive symptoms of uncertain clinical importance, with low certainty evidence.
Conclusions
Omega-3 offers at best a modest mood benefit.
Limitations
Low certainty; small trial bias likely.
Supplements Studied
Omega-3 produced a small effect on depressive symptoms of uncertain clinical importance
Outcomes Measured
Omega-3 produced a small effect on depressive symptoms of uncertain clinical importance
Related Health Concerns
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