The one supplement worth talking about

Of all the nutritional strategies researched in relation to ADHD, omega-3 fatty acids have the strongest and most consistent evidence behind them. In today's episode Mon breaks down exactly what omega-3s do in the ADHD brain, what the research says about food versus supplements, and how to actually build this habit with a child who would rather do anything than swallow fish oil. She also shares how it really looks in her own house, chocolate chips and all. If you have been wondering whether omega-3s are worth it, hit play. The answer might surprise you.SCIENCE REFERENCESChang, J.P., Su, K.P., Mondelli, V., & Pariante, C.M. (2018). Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids in youths with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder: A systematic review and meta-analysis of clinical trials and biological studies. Neuropsychopharmacology, 43(3), 534–545.Hawkey, E., & Nigg, J.T. (2014). Omega-3 fatty acid and ADHD: Blood level analysis and meta-analytic extension of supplementation trials. Clinical Psychology Review, 34(6), 496–505.Parletta, N., Niyonsenga, T., & Duff, J. (2016). Omega-3 and omega-6 polyunsaturated fatty acid levels and correlations with symptoms in children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, autistic spectrum disorder and typically developing controls. PLOS ONE, 11(5).Bos, D.J., Oranje, B., Veerhoek, S., et al. (2015). Reduced symptoms of inattention after dietary omega-3 fatty acid supplementation in boys with and without attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. Neuropsychopharmacology, 40(10), 2298–2306.