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From lowering depression to improving brain function, Omega-3 fatty acids contain powerful health benefits. Get familiar with this powerful supplement and check out 5 ways it can improve your mind and body:

Omega-3’s can fight anxiety and depression: One study found that omega-3’s to be as effective as some antidepressant drugs.

Omega-3’s can improve eye health: Omega-3 has been linked to the reduced risk of macular degeneration, one of the world’s leading causes of permanent eye damage and blindness.

Omega-3’s can improve heart health, reducing the risk of heart attacks and high blood pressure.

Omega-3’s can help reduce the risks of ADHD in children. Studies have shown that omega-3’s also decrease hyperactivity, impulsiveness, restlessness and aggression.

Omega-3’s help tackle inflammation. Studies have consistently shown a link between higher omega-3 intake and reduced inflammation