Sunday, October 9, 2011

Fish Oil Make More Focus on School Children


Concentration and focus are needed for children in schools to be more receptive to the lessons given. In addition must be diligent to learn, consuming fish oil can also help children focus on school.

Omega-3 fatty acids which are also called essential fatty acids are certain fats that are needed but can not be produced by the body. Therefore, the body needs omega-3 fatty acids from certain foods such as fish oil.



According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, omega-3 fatty acids may benefit health by reducing cellular inflammation, reduce the risk of heart disease, cancer and arthritis, supports healthy brain and regulate cognitive function and behavior.

Currently, there is some evidence to suggest that omega-3 fatty acids in fish oil can help improve attention, focus and concentration, especially for children with attention deficits.
A study reported in the journal Pediatrics found that a fatty acid supplements can improve children's ability to focus, which in turn affects the ability to learn, as reported by the LIVESTRONG, Tuesday (13/09/2011).


Dr. Edward Hallowell, a pediatrician who specializes ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder), once wrote an article in the New York Times in 2008 that recommend routine consumption of fish oil to patients with ADHD, although he noted that fish oil alone can not cure ADHD.
According to the article, parents have reported anecdotal evidence that fish oil has been increasing attention problems their children and help children focus, even in the absence of strong scientific evidence about the effectiveness of fish oil.

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