Study Finds Omega-3 Supplements Do Not Prevent Alzheimer’s or Dementia
Islamabad: A new medical study has found that omega-3 supplements, including fish oil and algae-based products, are not effective in preventing Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, or age-related memory decline.
According to the study’s lead researcher, Dr. Hussein Yassine, a neurologist at the University of Southern California, participants in a clinical trial who took omega-3 supplements showed no significant improvement in memory, cognitive function, or protection of brain cells compared with those who did not.
Dr. Yassine said that relying solely on supplements is unlikely to reduce the risk of cognitive decline. Instead, he emphasized the importance of adopting a healthy lifestyle, including regular physical exercise, stress management, adequate sleep, and a balanced, plant-rich diet.
He also recommended obtaining omega-3 fatty acids from natural food sources, such as fatty fish, nuts, and seeds, rather than depending exclusively on supplements.
The researcher added that the better brain health observed among people in the Mediterranean region is linked not only to omega-3 intake but also to an overall healthy lifestyle that includes nutritious eating habits, regular physical activity, and lower stress levels.
