Omega 3

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Kitt :)

I've actually been taking 2 grams (2 pills) of fish oil daily for several months, and I do believe that it has helped immensely in my overall mood stability, and from what I've researched on the subject, I think it makes a great deal of sense from s scientific basis. Most of the good research as far as use for disorders is centered in Europe (which certainly doesn't invalidate or make the information any less valuable. In fact, given the recent exposes by the news media on the ties between drug manufacturers, false data, and skewed studies by the FDA, I tend to believe foreign studies more).

One of the most fascinating aspects of all this is the recent discovery that a growing number of the general populace has lost the ability to break Omega-3 fatty acids down into DHA and EPA, which are two very important molecules which promote good brain function. This finding COULD be a viable starting point in determining a cause for the rise in anxiety/depression/OCD disorders in the general populace. It is also important because it demonstrates why taking Fish Oil as a source of Omega 3s is more beneficial than flax-seed or other Omega 3s... Fish Oil has high concentrations of DHA and EPA, so we're getting the good stuff whether our body can break down Omega 3s or not.

The National Institute of Health (NIH) seems to be coming around on this subject as well, and is an excellent source of study related material. Just go to NIH website and do a search for Fish Oil.

For myself, I've noticed that it is much easier to not get caught up in runaway thoughts, and my ability to break the obsessive thought cycle seems MUCH better than it ever has. I also seem to be able to take my "down" days much more in stride, and I've not had nearly as severe down times as I've had in the past. I am taking Cymbalta for Fibromyalgia (which also seems better since taking fish oil), but I take the lowest dose of Cymbalta (30 mg), and occassionally even forget to take that!

I really do beleive that it has helped me immensely in many, many ways. It may very well be wishful thinking, but after 25+ years of pretty much constant anxiety/panic/OCD/Depression battles, I'm pretty confident that it's the DHA and EPA that's doing the trick. =)

Ross

I just started it two days ago and I am curious if it is the placebo effect or for real the way I feel. My panic has been WAY down and I slept last night like I haven't slept in years...I got an Omega 3-6-9 supplement with Fish and Flax oil in it...I just had one breathing episode and I had been having five to six a day!!!!

I take fish oil twice a day ,also i put flaxseed  on everything ,eat a lot of fish etc i dont think it has helped me for anxiety ,but it is good for you. i have been on synthroid for 3 months and i think that has made me more anxious nobody agrees with me on that , but i know how i feel since beeing on it

Great thread topic! My favourite Omega 3 foods: Salmon and Hummus (yum!). I agree with you guys.....diet and nutrition makes a huge difference in how I feel, too.

It's fascinating, isn't it??? My doc told me that when we eat foods that are high in sugar, or carbs that are high on the glycemic index, it messes with our blood sugar levels, and our moods and stress hormone levels are affected. I also think, at least for me anyhow, that when I know I'm eating properly, and doing something good for myself, it raises my self-esteem and makes me feel good about myself....like saying, "Hey, Self...you are totally worth it."

I didn't know there even might be a connection between fish oil and less anxiety. My father swears by it for reducing his cholesterol, though. That's why I take it, but I've been pretty irregular lately. I'll try to stick with it better and see if I can get the same positive effects for anxiety that the rest of you are describing.

percycat

PS - Aries, I don't know about the allergies, but my fish oil capsules are very careful to list what kinds of fish are used in them. Ask your doctor, but it seems that at least the supplement companies want you to be able to choose wisely.

Good idea
Some meds cannot /should not be taken with herbal or alternative supplements
NOT saying all ........
NOT saying not to
Speak with your Pharmacist /doctor .........to be sure
Just a thought

lyn

I checked my bottle of fish oil ,the fish in mine are anchovies and sardines,Idont take flaxseed oil ,I eat the ground flaxseed on cereal,and put it in cookies etc. iI take mine because it is supposed to help your heart and bring down cholesterol. I t has not helped my anxiety any ,but we are all different,I am glad it is helping you . what kind of breathing problems do you have .