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Nutrients and Neurotransmitters – Their Commonly Overlooked Connection

Nutrient deficiencies that are directly linked to ADHD but all too often dismissed in mainstream medicine can change the game when it comes to treating this commonly misunderstood condition Intuitively, people understand that neurotransmitters play a key role in attention deficit disorders (ADHD = Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder).   But micronutrients are arguably even more important in ADHD, although they are often dismissed completely.   Micronutrients are all ... Read More
at Monday, April 4, 2022

Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Depression

What Are Omega-3 Fatty Acids? Omega 3 fatty acids are nutrients absolutely necessary for human health. Since our bodies cannot synthesize omega 3 fatty acids, it is essential that we obtain them from our diets, hence they are commonly called essential fatty acids. The most common source of omega 3 fats is coldwater fatty fish such as salmon, but other sources include seafood, nuts, eggs and fish oil supplements. There are two major omega 3 fatty acids – DHA and EPA – that have gained consider... Read More
Posted by Elissa Rodriguez at Wednesday, October 20, 2010