A study on mice found that adding omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids to their diets helped counteract depressive and anxiety-like behaviors induced by stress, with potential protective mental health benefits. Omega-3s are essential fats crucial for brain function and reducing inflammation, recognized for cardiovascular advantages and mental health improvements such as alleviating depression and anxiety symptoms. Mice exposed to chronic stress showed significant improvements with omega-3 supplementation, experiencing reduced anxiety-like behaviors and inflammation markers in their brains. The study highlights the potential therapeutic applications of omega-3 in juvenile depression, emphasizing further research is needed to confirm human benefits.
https://www.psypost.org/omega-3-fatty-acid-intake-counteracts-symptoms-of-stress-induced-anxiety-and-depression-in-mice/