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Fish oil reduces risk of Alzheimer’s

( 1.2 grams of omega-3 fatty acids )

Taking a daily fish oil capsule can stave off mental illness in those at highest risk, trial findings suggest.

A three-month course of the supplement appeared to be as effective as drugs, cutting the rate of psychotic illness like schizophrenia by a quarter.

The researchers believe it is the omega-3 in fish oil - already hailed for promoting healthy hearts - that has beneficial effects in the brain.

A "natural" remedy would be welcomed, Archives of General Psychiatry says.

"The finding that treatment with a natural substance may prevent, or at least delay, the onset of psychotic disorder gives hope that there may be alternatives to antipsychotic drugs," the study authors said. ... To get more: http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/8490937.stm Also look at: http://www.thedoctorschannel.com/video/2880.html