A new study published in the Journal of Physiology suggests a high fructose diet causes a decline in synaptic activity hampering learning and memory. Omega-3 essential fatty acid DHA, such as found in ...

Medically reviewed by Suzanne Fisher, RD Omega-3s are fatty acids the body uses for health benefits such as protecting against cardiovascular disease and encouraging proper brain and eye development.

Do omega-3 supplements affect blood sugar? Research shows mixed results, with little overall impact on glucose control in ...

The type of supplement and what you're taking it with matter the most.

Rachael Link is a registered dietitian and health writer based in San Francisco. She completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Central Missouri and holds a master’s degree from New York ...

Omega-3 fatty acids are present in fish and some other food sources. Although study findings suggest that a diet rich in omega-3 provides health benefits, researchers are less certain about the ...

Omega-3s are said to be good for both your cognitive and heart health, which is why many people consider taking omega-3 supplements like fish oil pills -- especially if they're not getting enough ...