FISH OIL FOR SCHIZOPHRENIA

Have you ever had fish oil before? Fish oil is produced from various types of fish such as tuna, mackerel, salmon, and sardines. It is believed to have various health benefits because it contains omega-3 fatty acids. According to some studies, fish oil can help with schizophrenia. Let’s find out about fish oil and its benefits especially for schizophrenia from the review below.

 

Fish Oil For Schizophrenia –

What does fish oil do to the brain?

The benefits of fish oil

Fish oil is a fish fat extract. It can be obtained from eating fish directly or through supplements.

Fish oil is rich in omega 3 fatty acids which are important for your health. Fish that are known to be rich in omega-3 fatty acids are salmon, mackerel, tuna, sturgeon, mullet, bluefish, anchovies, sardines, herring, trout, and menhaden.

Fish oil supplements usually contain a small amount of vitamin E. Can also be combined with calcium, iron, or vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, C, or D.

Fish oil is used for many health conditions but is most often used for heart and blood system problems. Some people use this oil to lower blood pressure or triglycerides (fat associated with cholesterol).

Scientific evidence proves that fish oil is a useful supplement for reducing triglycerides, thus preventing heart disease and stroke when used according to the recommended dosage.

Fish oil is also commonly used as “brain food” which can help overcome depression psychosis, attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), Alzheimer’s disease, and other brain disorders.

Some other people use fish oil to treat dry eyes, glaucoma, and macular degeneration (AMD), a common condition in the elderly that can cause serious vision problems.

Women sometimes consume this oil to prevent menstrual pain, breast pain, and complications with pregnancy such as miscarriage, high blood pressure in pregnancy (preeclampsia), and early labor.

How does it work?

The most abundant content found in fish oil is omega-3 fatty acids, including EPA and DHA.

Omega-3 fatty acids work to reduce inflammation so that it effectively relieves pain and swelling. This might explain why fish oil tends to be effective for psoriasis and dry eyes.

This saturated fat also prevents blood clots, so it is considered beneficial in several heart conditions.

Dose

The information provided below is not a substitute for medical recommendations. Always consult your doctor before taking this supplement.

What is the usual dosage for fish oil for adults?

The dosage of herbal supplements can be different for each patient. The dosage you need depends on your age, health, and several other conditions. Herbal supplements are not always safe for consumption. Discuss with your herbalist or doctor for the dosage that is suitable for you.

What forms of fish oil are available?

Fish oil dosage forms are:

• Capsule
• Fluid

What side effects can fish oil cause?

Some of the most common side effects of consuming fish oil are

• Reducing the activity of the immune system
• Burp
• Bad breath
• Stomach ache
• Diarrhea
• Rash
• Nosebleed

Not everyone experiences these side effects. There may be other side effects not listed above. If you have concerns about certain side effects, please consult with your doctor.

 

What should I know before consuming fish oil?

Some things you should know before consuming fish oil are:

• Store fish oil in a dry area, away from direct sunlight.
• If you use anticoagulants, you should not use them together with this product.
• Be careful to measure the dose because consuming too much fish oil can increase the risk of stroke.

The distribution and use of fish oil are not as strict as medical drugs however, further research is needed to find out its safety.

So before using fish oil, make sure the benefits outweigh the risks. Consult a physician or doctor for more information.

How safe is fish oil?

Fish oil tends to be safe for most people, including pregnant and nursing women when consumed at low doses (3 grams per day or less). Fish oil should not be used in children or in those who are hypersensitive or have breast/prostate cancer or heart disease.

Always consult a doctor before you take this supplement.

 

What interactions might occur when I consume fish oil?

This natural supplement can interact with other medications or with health conditions that you have. Therefore, always consult with a physician or doctor before taking or using it.

Medical research uses fish oil for people with schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is a mental disorder due to a disorder in the brain nerve. This mental disorder is difficult to cure. Researchers find this disease can be prevented by consuming fish oil every day.

Taking fish oil for 3 months every day can have the same effective effects as drugs, such as reducing the risk of getting schizophrenia by 25 percent. Researchers believe that the omega-3 content in fish oil can make the heart healthy and have beneficial effects on the brain.

Dr. Paul Amminger said research findings indicate that natural ingredients such as fish oil can prevent or at least delay early psychotic disorders (psychiatric) can provide hope that there is likely to be an alternative treatment for antipsychotic drugs.

Effective antipsychotic drugs usually have serious side effects, so many people do not use these drugs. But scientists say if using fish oil supplements, in general, can be well tolerated by the body.

Also read: Myth Or Fact: Schizophrenics Always KILL?

An international research team consisting of Austrian, Australian, and Swiss researchers involved 81 people who were considered to have a high risk of psychiatric problems. Subjects considered to have a high risk are people who have a family history of schizophrenia, other psychiatric disorders, or show mild symptoms of the psychiatric condition.

In this study participants were divided into two groups. One group took fish oil supplements containing 1.2 grams of omega-3 fatty acids for 12 weeks, while the other group took a placebo drug.

Dr Amminger and the team observed participants for 1 year to see if there were subjects who developed psychiatric disorders. Obtained from the group that consumed fish oil supplements found only 2 people who developed psychiatric disorders, while the placebo group as many as 11 people.

Scientists believe that omega-3 fatty acids contained in fish oil can change signals in the brain so that it has a beneficial effect.

Additionally, Alison Cobb from the mental health charity “Mind” said that if fish oil can prevent psychiatric disorders, then this will be better than having to give antipsychotic drugs that can have an effect on body weight or sexual dysfunction while omega-3s can really benefit the body without any other health effects.

For more information, let’s watch this video: Can Fish Oils Prevent Or Delay Development Of Psychosis?

 

So, that was the review of fish oil and what it does to help people with schizophrenia. Hope this article is useful.

Stay safe, happy, and healthy!

 

 

 

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