A study out of Egypt in 2015 found that supplementing children with omega-3 fatty acids improved epileptic seizure control. The interest in the anticonvulsant effects of the omega-3 fatty acids was triggered by observed effects where these oils improved irregular heart beats where the hyper-excitability of the heart is involved. The researcher saw a parallel between excessive excitability of heart neurons and of those in the brain. Omega-3 fats calm and relax nerves reducing excessive excitability. Since omega-3 fatty acids improve overall brain health and functioning this researcher suggests all neurologists should routinely supplement quality fish oils for those suffering with epilepsy.
Reference:
Diala Mohamed Ali Reda, Fish Oil Intake and Seizure Control in Children with Medically Resistant Epilepsy. N Am J Med Sci. 2015 Jul;7(7):317-21. 51036 (1/2015)
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