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Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Bipolar Disorder
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Omega-3 fatty acids may support neural circuitry and neuroplasticity, and may have the ability to make changes in neurons similar to those seen with lithium treatment, but despite this, talk therapy and lifestyle interventions are unlikely to treat bipolar disorder alone. Furthermore, studies have shown the potential for omega-3 fatty acid supplementation to worsen symptoms of mania in bipolar disorder.
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The level of fluidity in neurons' membranes in the brains of people with bipolar disorder increases when they're on omega-3 fatty acid supplements, which can help with neuroplasticity.
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Bipolar Disorder
Summary
The level of fluidity in neurons' membranes in the brains of people with bipolar disorder increases when they're on omega-3 fatty acid supplements, which can help with neuroplasticity. While fish oil and lifestyle interventions aren't enough to treat bipolar disorder alone, omega-3 fatty acids still show promise in alleviating symptoms.