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Omega-3 supplementation in mild to moderate Alzheimer's disease: effects on neuropsychiatric symptoms.
International journal of geriatric psychiatry - 1 Feb 2008
Freund-Levi Yvonne, Basun Hans, Cederholm Tommy, Faxén-Irving Gerd, Garlind Anita, Grut Mikaela, Vedin Inger, Palmblad Jan, Wahlund Lars-Olof, Eriksdotter-Jönhagen Maria
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BACKGROUND: Epidemiological and animal studies have suggested that dietary fish or fish oil rich in omega-3 fatty acids (omega3), docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), may have effects in psychiatric and behavioral symptoms in Alzheimer's disease (AD). An association with APOEomega4 carriers and neuropsychiatric symptoms in AD has also been suggested. OBJECTIVE: To determine effects of...
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