9 evidence-based facts on supplements in mental health
Australian authors say some have benefits, but many need more research
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Omega 3 fatty acids that contain mostly eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) are useful adjuncts to antidepressants in patients with depression, a large Australian study suggests.
The finding is the strongest from the review of 33 meta-analyses comparing various dietary supplements with placebo in patients with or at high risk of mental illness, researchers from Western Sydney University say.