Role of omega-3 in preventing cognitive decline in older people questioned
Wednesday, June 13, 2012 - 10:00
in Psychology & Sociology
Older people who take omega-3 fish oil supplements are probably not reducing their chances of losing cognitive function, according to a new Cochrane systematic review. Based on the available data from studies lasting up to 3.5 years, the researchers concluded that the supplements offered no benefits for cognitive health over placebo capsules or margarines, but that longer term effects are worth investigating.