Omega-3s linked to improved brain health at midlife

Our researchers recently discovered that even a small increase in eating Omega-3 rich foods, like fish, can help protect your brain. 

The study of 2,183 dementia- and stroke-free participants found that:

• Higher omega-3 index was associated with larger hippocampal volumes. The hippocampus, a structure in the brain, plays a major role in learning and memory.
• Consuming more omega-3s was associated with better abstract reasoning, or the ability to understand complex concepts using logical thinking.
• APOE4 carriers with a higher omega-3 index had less small-vessel disease. The APOE4 gene is associated with cardiovascular disease and vascular dementia.

Read the full story from the San Antonio Report.