The Depression Trap

A recent report from the Associate Parliamentary Food and Health Forum has provided more support for the idea that some depression may be linked to low omega 3 intake. The Report looks at the link between nutrition and mental health generally, but the conclusions on depression in section 3 are of particular interest. Although more research is needed I would strongly recommend that anyone suffering from depression makes sure that they are not deficient in omega 3.  Omega 3 is good for your health generally anyway, so there is really no down side. You can either take supplements or make sure that you eat foods high in omega 3 (or both). For non vegetarians that means plenty of oily fish and for vegetarians the best source is flax seed oil.

 You can read the full report for yourself here.