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By Nancy Schimelpfening, About.com Guide to Depression since 1998

Best Sources of Fish Oil

Tuesday August 12, 2008

Research has shown that fish oil, which is rich in the omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA, may be useful in the treatment of depression. Epidemiological studies suggest that either a deficiency of omega-3 fatty acids or an imbalance in the ratio of omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids may be linked to increased rates of depression. Further, a handful of small, well-designed studies support the use of fish oil as an addition to antidepressant therapy.

Not all fish are created equal, however...read more

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