One of the more profound uses of omega-3 fatty acids is in the treatment of a wide range of mental illnesses, including bipolar disorder, unipolar major depression, postpartum depression, schizophrenia, and attention-deficit disorder. The brain does not function well unless adequate amounts of omega-3s are circulating in the bloodstream and are incorporated into cell membranes. It appears that increases in omega-3 dietary intake raise the levels of the neurotransmitter dopamine, which is related to motivation and ambition, qualities often lacking in depressed people.
KC Craichy
Author
The Super Health Diet
