Have you ever taken Omega 3 fish oil to try to treat your depression? Was it successful? Or do you think you may have made some of the mistakes that I've mentioned in this video?
@Debbie Gill great topic Debbie! Off the top of my head I can already think of things to discuss for PMDD and I always enjoy a little bit of research too. I'll definitely keep it in my for the future!
@Debbie Gill absolutely! Would love you to share. I personally think alot of what I create is applicable to PMDD. If people are interested in PMDD they might like to rule out vitamin D deficiency and zinc deficiency (I have videos on those). Making sure your blood sugars are balanced would be helpful too I think.
I've used it and was advised by my doctor to stop it. the negative effects of fish oil is often overlooked mainly because there is not much discussion about it. but as recovering nicotine addict that has smoked 2 packs a day , after 3 weeks of interrupted sleep that worsen from every 4 hour waking up at night to every 1 hour at night. A day i forgot to take it saved my life. I thought that fish oil would aid me in dealing with the withdrawal symptoms of my addiction turns out it did not. i was fortunate to be reffered to a Dr that is a substance abuse expert. on my 2nd visit him i told him i forgot to take my fishoil and he asked me why the hell am I taking fish oil ? and i said my reasons. then he followed by any chance are there any food sources im eating that is high on Omega 3 fatty acids and i said yes as my tuna . he told to me stop taking fish oil . to cut the story short after several EEGs turns out fish oil worsens my symptoms regardless of what type of omega3 is involved.
@@faosparkNeo unfortunately not everyone reacts to supplements the same. It's best to monitor any changes in your symptoms (such as poor sleep) when starting new supplements. Glad you found a good practitioner to work with.
@Klaus Sperger oh they do man and they do it a lot because of the anxiety component of withdrawal. that is why they specify what type omega 3 we need to consume. however there are people like me who naturally has high acertycholine in the body. which will have a reverse effect of fish oil instead of going relaxed we would be awake. regardless if you are in withdrawal or not
Yes,I was released from terrible depression, hopelessly complaining and crying to children, I'm 60yrs. I took wellman plus Omega 3 suddenly i regained myself confidence. Jesus is Lord!
After a month of omega 3 for anxiety depression treatment i can say for sure that it works for me. Depression 70-80% better anxiety 50-60% i am very thank full for your help throu this video
I eat a can of sardines every day that contains 1300mg of natural omega 3. 1 can contains 24 grams of protein also as well as healthy fat. Thanks for your videos!
Started taking fish oil about 3 months back. Used to have brain fog ,low mood and slight anxiety. Start noticing good mood and low anxiety recently , I asked myself what was I doing differently this past months and connected the dot to fish oil. I was taking triple strength fish oil with high EPA. When I start researching on fish oil benefit , then realise the benefit Of fish oil with high EPA
@@withlovemom8749 there are many good ones out there, Carson’s etc. In my personal opinion the best brand is Nordic Naturals. I’ve used it for almost 6 months now it’s been a lifesaver. Nordic naturals is the most trusted, safest, purest and no fish burps as well. I did extensive research before buying so I’d recommend the Nordic brand
It's unbelievable how just the addition of an omega 3 fish oil in my diet has relived me of the severe anxiety I've had for years. But the one problem I keep facing is that a lot of these supplements are already rancid when bought.And I believe whenever I've consumed spoilt fish oil,it actually worsened my symptoms and caused other problems too.
Yes finding a good brand is important, if you have fish burps it’s no good. I don’t know the brand but there are some good liquid forms i think huberman talks about it on youtube
Yes it worked for me fantastically! About 18 months in now, high strength Omega 3 along with Vit D ... with a good multi vit alongside ... I was amazed after about 2 months, I felt alive again... truly amazing that you can almost reset your own body with some simple steps... 🙏
@Gumbo Clay according to the video its 2,250mg total-3,400mg total With epa being double the amount of dha So the low dose is 1500mg epa & 750mg,dha The high dose is 2266mg epa & 1133mg dha Although I think you will easily find pills that are 1000mg servings and I would just take 3 of those servings 3000mg easy number to hit 😉 2000mg,epa + 1000mg,dha If you are underweight id do low dose and if you are average or overweight id do full dose Or try full dose then switch to low after few weeks and experiment with that range and the products available
You explain everything in a easy to understand format. I just bought some omega 3 and vit. d, hopefully they help me. Also please continue to give the links for the supplement options. They are very helpful because I'm a visual learner. Thanks.🤗 I subscribed.
1. Wrong form of Omega 3. EPA is what counts. 2. Not taking enough Omega 3. Aim for 1 - 2 grams (1000 - 2000 mg) of EPA, and try to not have more than half as much DHA. 3. Attempting to get enough Omega 3 from food with the purpose of treating depression, because it's difficult. (Debatable.)
I have just found your video after trying to research what supplements to take for my mood swings since I've gone through my menopause, I have been taking nordic naturals EPA 850mg DHA 200mg twice daily, its only been a month and the difference in my moods is very recognised, I will continue with these and add them to my lifestyle supplements, many thanks for this video it has helped me so much x
By 2012, it also helped me with depression. I took 900 mg EPA daily (3 Capsules) for 1 month, And there was a huge improvement, only then I was 19 and I couldn't afford to buy again. Now after 12 years I will try again, I started 3-4 days ago and it must take 2-4 weeks to feel the difference. 12 years ago, I also took a multivitamin, so it was a double advantage. It's funny to think that a foreign video doctor tells more than a psychiatrist in my country. Antidepressants wouldn't be bad, but the side effects are hellish. And there is a side effect that speaks of eternal life.
I have been using fish oil with polyphenols, very strong antioxidants. My daily dose is just 12 ml and that amount contains 2500 mg of Omega-3, out of which 1300 mg is EPA, 700 mg is DHA, 150 mg is DPA and 700 mg is Omega-7. Changed my Omega-6 to Omega-3 ratio from 24.3:1 to 2.4:1 in 5 months, test-proven.
@@aysunaltunkaynak9465 You take an independent and anonymous test. More info can be found here zinzino.blog/put-your-body-to-the-test/?sitename=2005168519
@@aysunaltunkaynak9465 Yes, my mental health is in good shape. More energy, clearer thinking, less stress and anxiety. I have been using a 3-step health protocol: Balance Oil (Omega-3 with polyphenols), Xtend+ which is Xtend+ is a vegan, all-natural advanced immune and nutritional supplement that contains micro- and phytonutrients, including 22 essential vitamins and minerals, as well as purified 1-3, 1-6 beta glucans derived from baker’s yeast, Zinobiotic which is a tailored blend of 8 natural dietary fibers. These fibers are metabolized in the colon (the large intestine) where they support the growth of healthy bacteria. ZinoBiotic+ helps to reduce spiking in blood sugar after meals, and maintain good cholesterol levels. The fibers promote many healthy bowel functions. I also use Viva+ which is a combination of affron®, a standardized and patented extract of pure, premium quality saffron stigmas (Crocus sativus L) from Spain, magnesium from seawater, iodine, and vitamin C from acerola.
Our pleasure. Let us know if you notice a change. There's a couple of product recommendations in the description if you need them. The Dr Janelle Sinclair Team
Wow i had this triple strength fish oil in my cabinet for over a yeah smh im bout to start taking it now,for the people out there i got it from your local gnc store ,the epa is 734 and the dha is 266,thanks doc
@Austin Harp i actually got a better brand from vitamin world and i got some blood work done, and come to find out i was vitamin d deficient smh,i was at a level 10 and now im taking a mega dose of vitamin d 50,000iu once a week and i tell you i feel a whole lot better,i recommend everyone to get some blood work done if they're having anxiety and depression more than likely it might be vitamin d deficiency
It worked for me and changed my life. I asked why it was never listed as an option for treatment and the concern was that it can thin blood. I just still can’t believe that it worked but it did.
@@DrJanelleSinclair I don’t mind at all that you asked; I hope more people hear about it! Before taking it I had anxiety attacks and depression, with trouble regulating my mood. I started taking fish oil supplements, paying attention to reach a daily dose of 1,000 mgs of EPA. I felt a noticeable difference within 3 days and continued to improve. I probably plateaued and reached some sort of equilibrium within a week. I felt depression and anxiety at an 8 or a 9 before, and today I’d say I feel it at a 3. The difference is massive and it has been about a year and half that I’ve enjoyed this new life of doing dishes, talking to people without panicking, and not avoiding my family. At my local grocery store these supplements are about $17 for a bottle and are frequently on a buy-one-get-one-free sale. It’s the cheapest, most effective, best investment I make. I’m happy to answer any questions about it. I was so miserable- I worry that people will stumble across the scams and “snake oil” videos all over TH-cam and mistake this as another one of those. Thanks for asking about my experience!
After watching this video I think I might ask my doctor about finding a supplement that gives me a better ratio of EPA to DHA. I wonder if I can’t get that 3 down to a 2. 🤯
Now Foods Ultra Omega-3, 500 EPA/250 DHA, 180 Fish Softgels. Be careful, NOW brand has several variations of Omega-3. Choose the ULTRA to get the 500 EPA/250 DHA.
Almost all fish oils are preserved by tocopherols like one of suggested: Gelatin (bovine), purified water and glycerin (vegetable source) gelcap, vitamin E (mixed tocopherols). Unfortunately tocopherols don't preserve in long term fish oils from losing DHA and EPA. Only those who are additionally preserved with poliphenols from olive oil are keep highest DHA and EPA level
my pleasure. Did you see that I've just released a new course? If you're interested in a natural approach for depression or anxiety, then this is for you. www.drjanellesinclair,com/ecourse
I looked this topic up because my mood has been very good lately and I was wondering if it was because I was taking flaxseed for 6 weeks for another illness, because I remembered a Registered Dietitian in the US say this can work for depression. I've been taking 6 tablespoon of whole flax seeds crushed in a high speed blender with fruit and water. I've also been eating a large mixing bowl of salad with olive oil. Dr Sinclair said you would have to take 3 to 10 Tablespoons of flaxseed for depression, so I'm right about in the middle of that range. Also, I have not noticed any laxative effect to taking this much flaxseed. Obviously, if I'm eating this much flax, fruit, and vegetables, I'm going to have many bowel movements a day, but they are not like those associated with diarrhea (runny and with cramping). In fact they are so well formed that they have cleared up problems I was having with constipation and related painful or irritation issues. Those went away after just a few days on this protocol, and this is after 4 years of on-again off-again issues.
I can tell this Dr is genuine and really knows what she's talking about from the links she included on the desicption below. The highest quality products only and the most trusted ones. I know this because I researched omega 3 oils for my son who's autistic.
I tried Omega 3 with a high Epa and low Dha and that triggered my panic attacks.So I found a capaule with a higher Dha than Epa and it seems to be working a little better.
So the High Dha and low Epa capsule has actually reduced my anxiety ,panic attacks and depression@@DrJanelleSinclair hence I think that may the reason why people take the high Dha capsules as it may be assisting in fighting off the depression and anxiety.I got this idea from the Psychology Today Magazine in fact and so far its proved itself .
Great video Dr Sinclair… very informative esp between dha a epa… whats the maximum safest dose for epa or epa and dha combined daily? It worked before for me but stopped for a few months now… thank you
There's no safety concerns about taking omega 3 long-term. I would suggest you take the prescribed dosage for 6 months. I'd drop down to half that dose for maintenance unless your mood drops again after dropping the dose.
Dr. How does Krill oil compare with regular fish oil. For past years ive used nordic naturals then switched up to krill, and noticed possible boost. Any differences with effect on mood btw krill oil and fish oil. Thank you
Great video! I take Carlson Fish Oil 800 mg EPA 500 mg DHA per tsp. I take 3 tsp before going to bed. Is this too much DHA? I do sometimes get tired the next day.
Hi Dr Janelle, I have 2 questions, I am struggling to find a Vegan source of high strength EPA, do you know of one? What is your opinion of Rhodiola complex? Thank you!
Dear Dr Janelle, I noticed when I take fish oil that my depression and anxious symptoms increase, why is that ? Have you heard of this before? However when I eat fresh fish like salmon it’s not a problem, but certain other fish can cause a increase It’s the same thing with any variety of nuts. Have you heard of this before too? If not, I’m just wondering how can I stop it because, when I was younger I used to be able to eat those foods without a problem.
Thanks for all information. Can you tell us which form of Omega-3 Fatty Acids we have to use? My opinion is EE form. But EE form has less bioavailability than TG forms. What is your offer and why?
I use Nature Made fish oil. The ratios are 1.5/1 for EPA/DHA. I hope that's good enough and not too much DHA. I take about 4 a day. about 1400 mg EPA/ 960 mg DHA.
It still might not be a large enough amount of EPA compared to DHA. When you finish this bottle you might want to look for something different if you don't feel a considerable change in your mood.
I ordered omega 3, which contain 1000 mg of EPA and 500 mg of dha per recommended daily dose of 2 tablets. Is this the right ratio to treat depression? thanks for the reply.😊
So how many capables do I take a day my omega 3 is 500mg and EPA 242mg, DHA 226mg, Please lmk I need some help if anyone knows spring valley brand from Walmart
If you supplement, try finding algae oil. avoid fish. and keep your omega6 intake as low as possible. Then ALA to EPA conversion functions the best! Flax seeds are wonderful. make sure to grind them before consuming, for best absorption.
Thanks for your input but there's actually no research to say that algae oil works like fish oil can when it comes to depression. Algae oil and fish oil are very different in their composition/ratio of EPA and DHA.
@@DrJanelleSinclair "At present, we do not have sufficient high quality evidence to determine the effects of n‐3PUFAs as a treatment for MDD. Our primary analyses suggest a small‐to‐modest, non‐clinically beneficial effect of n‐3PUFAs on depressive symptomology compared to placebo; however the estimate is imprecise, and we judged the quality of the evidence on which this result is based to be low/very low. " There is no good reason to promote animal based EPA and DHA. www.cochranelibrary.com/cdsr/doi/10.1002/14651858.CD004692.pub4/full?highlightAbstract=withdrawn%7Cdepress%7Coil%7Cdepression%7Cfishes%7Cfish
Will omega 3 work for me i had anxiety and depression for a long time and want to try it and and how long to take it for anyone know help please thanks
Hi is there anything for schizophrenia schizofective /bipolar that acts just like seroquel also is there a alternative that act just ativan for anxiety thanks like your video's
Hello Dr. The Omega 3 brand i just bought is WHILEY'S FINEST WILD ALASKAN FISH OIL "PEAK EPA". The mg are...750 epa and 250 mg dha. Do I take 3 to 4 capsules per day ( breakfast, lunch, and dinner), to treat depression/axienty? Thankyou Dr for your time. Im so confused about the 1,000 to 2, 000 dosage . Wade :)
Hey Dr. Janelle would EPA help counteract zoloft induced emotional blunting? Im taking 910mg DHA only liquid right now and notice its only increasing my sex drive.
Hey there.. Have you read the book called Depression: The Way Out by Neil Nedley.. In the book there's nothing about EPA or DHA ratio whatsoever. He treated his patients very successfully with Omega-3, suffering mostly from depression and bipolar disorder. His recommendation is 9gr/day + daily intake of natural Omega-3 in flaxseeds, walnuts.. The book is from 2001 btw. Just wondering what you think of that? Thanks.
Thanks Gimme. Yes I've invested in a lapel microphone. I hope the more recent videos sound better. There's so much to learn with doing all these videos!
Doctor madam, flaxseed as well helps to decrease depression. Kindly make detail video on this and Include doses and interaction detail. Thanks n regards..... From India
I have not seen any research that says flaxseed oil decreases depression. It does not contain the EPA that specifically lowers inflammation in the brain. You're welcome to link the research if there's been some recent new research
Dr Sinclair i am male 63,I take meds for depression anxiety.I have to check fish oil I have at home. Also Dr recommended I take l-methyl folate. vit D and B Complex .I also had very low testosterone and am doing android gel on arms nightly. I have to say feel slightly better.
Best time to take Omega 3 is with food (Otherwise you can regurgitate it). There's no specific times of the day. It's really about what suits your schedule and what you can stomach when.
THANK YOU so much ! Very Educational. Must see a couple a times to completely understand There's alot said about Omega 3 must be cautious with our health 🚨📝👀☝.
It's very difficult for vegans to get enough EPA. Linseed and walnuts are a good source of ALA, but the body isn't very efficient at making EPA from ALA. There are some Omega 3 supplements from algae, which are obviously vegan friendly. The problem with these supplements is that they have more DHA than EPA. As explained in the video it is EPA that treats depression, not the DHA. If I was someone who was choosing to eat a vegan diet, and had depression, I would bend the rules and take a high dose EPA fish oil for 3-6 months to see if the depression could be resolved. But obviously that is up to an individual to decide that.
@@DrJanelleSinclair thanks a lot for your response. I did notice that plant based is either only ALA or higher DHA.. and I also know that fish oil omega 3 does not contain ALA, so should I take both?
Have you ever taken Omega 3 fish oil to try to treat your depression? Was it successful? Or do you think you may have made some of the mistakes that I've mentioned in this video?
@Debbie Gill great topic Debbie! Off the top of my head I can already think of things to discuss for PMDD and I always enjoy a little bit of research too. I'll definitely keep it in my for the future!
@Debbie Gill absolutely! Would love you to share. I personally think alot of what I create is applicable to PMDD. If people are interested in PMDD they might like to rule out vitamin D deficiency and zinc deficiency (I have videos on those). Making sure your blood sugars are balanced would be helpful too I think.
I've used it and was advised by my doctor to stop it. the negative effects of fish oil is often overlooked mainly because there is not much discussion about it. but as recovering nicotine addict that has smoked 2 packs a day , after 3 weeks of interrupted sleep that worsen from every 4 hour waking up at night to every 1 hour at night.
A day i forgot to take it saved my life. I thought that fish oil would aid me in dealing with the withdrawal symptoms of my addiction turns out it did not. i was fortunate to be reffered to a Dr that is a substance abuse expert. on my 2nd visit him i told him i forgot to take my fishoil and he asked me why the hell am I taking fish oil ? and i said my reasons. then he followed by any chance are there any food sources im eating that is high on Omega 3 fatty acids and i said yes as my tuna . he told to me stop taking fish oil . to cut the story short after several EEGs turns out fish oil worsens my symptoms regardless of what type of omega3 is involved.
@@faosparkNeo unfortunately not everyone reacts to supplements the same. It's best to monitor any changes in your symptoms (such as poor sleep) when starting new supplements. Glad you found a good practitioner to work with.
@Klaus Sperger oh they do man and they do it a lot because of the anxiety component of withdrawal. that is why they specify what type omega 3 we need to consume. however there are people like me who naturally has high acertycholine in the body. which will have a reverse effect of fish oil instead of going relaxed we would be awake. regardless if you are in withdrawal or not
Yes,I was released from terrible depression, hopelessly complaining and crying to children, I'm 60yrs.
I took wellman plus Omega 3 suddenly i regained myself confidence.
Jesus is Lord!
Amen
After a month of omega 3 for anxiety depression treatment i can say for sure that it works for me. Depression 70-80% better anxiety 50-60% i am very thank full for your help throu this video
I'm so glad to hear that Dimitris! It makes all the work creating these videos worthwhile.
How much dha and epa do you take per day and what brand?
@@ranjanudayashankar1569 Lambert ultra omega 3 . 1600 epa 600 dha i think
SO HAPPY FOR YOU. SOON I WILL BE ABLE TO SAY THE SAME, IT WORKS!😍 I KNOW!!!
Please how many dose pair day have you taken
I eat a can of sardines every day that contains 1300mg of natural omega 3. 1 can contains 24 grams of protein also as well as healthy fat. Thanks for your videos!
Dr. Sinclair, I very much like your calmness and graceful pace.
Started taking fish oil about 3 months back. Used to have brain fog ,low mood and slight anxiety. Start noticing good mood and low anxiety recently , I asked myself what was I doing differently this past months and connected the dot to fish oil. I was taking triple strength fish oil with high EPA. When I start researching on fish oil benefit , then realise the benefit Of fish oil with high EPA
Fantastic!!!
Can you please tell us what brand u take?
GOOD FOR YOU!!!
how much mg of epa? dha?
@@withlovemom8749 there are many good ones out there, Carson’s etc. In my personal opinion the best brand is Nordic Naturals. I’ve used it for almost 6 months now it’s been a lifesaver. Nordic naturals is the most trusted, safest, purest and no fish burps as well. I did extensive research before buying so I’d recommend the Nordic brand
It's unbelievable how just the addition of an omega 3 fish oil in my diet has relived me of the severe anxiety I've had for years.
But the one problem I keep facing is that a lot of these supplements are already rancid when bought.And I believe whenever I've consumed spoilt fish oil,it actually worsened my symptoms and caused other problems too.
Yes finding a good brand is important, if you have fish burps it’s no good. I don’t know the brand but there are some good liquid forms i think huberman talks about it on youtube
Yes it worked for me fantastically! About 18 months in now, high strength Omega 3 along with Vit D ... with a good multi vit alongside ... I was amazed after about 2 months, I felt alive again... truly amazing that you can almost reset your own body with some simple steps... 🙏
Same worked for me and saw in 2 months i was feeling great at 3000 mgs per day
@Gumbo Clay according to the video its 2,250mg total-3,400mg total
With epa being double the amount of dha
So the low dose is
1500mg epa & 750mg,dha
The high dose is
2266mg epa & 1133mg dha
Although I think you will easily find pills that are 1000mg servings and I would just take 3 of those servings 3000mg easy number to hit 😉
2000mg,epa + 1000mg,dha
If you are underweight id do low dose and if you are average or overweight id do full dose
Or try full dose then switch to low after few weeks and experiment with that range and the products available
THAT IS CORRECT!!!
This is good. I started on a quality fish oil and 2-3 days later I can tell this has been one of the missing links in my overall wellness
I take 4 grams epa per day for depression and heart disease. The effects for depression are strong and positive.
I've been taking fish oil for 2 months and didn't see any benefits, but I just looked and the DHA is higher than it should be. Thanks for the info!!
You explain everything in a easy to understand format. I just bought some omega 3 and vit. d, hopefully they help me. Also please continue to give the links for the supplement options. They are very helpful because I'm a visual learner. Thanks.🤗 I subscribed.
1. Wrong form of Omega 3. EPA is what counts.
2. Not taking enough Omega 3. Aim for 1 - 2 grams (1000 - 2000 mg) of EPA, and try to not have more than half as much DHA.
3. Attempting to get enough Omega 3 from food with the purpose of treating depression, because it's difficult. (Debatable.)
Thanks for your efforts 💙
I have just found your video after trying to research what supplements to take for my mood swings since I've gone through my menopause, I have been taking nordic naturals EPA 850mg DHA 200mg twice daily, its only been a month and the difference in my moods is very recognised, I will continue with these and add them to my lifestyle supplements, many thanks for this video it has helped me so much x
By 2012, it also helped me with depression. I took 900 mg EPA daily (3 Capsules) for 1 month,
And there was a huge improvement, only then I was 19 and I couldn't afford to buy again.
Now after 12 years I will try again, I started 3-4 days ago and it must take 2-4 weeks to feel the difference.
12 years ago, I also took a multivitamin, so it was a double advantage.
It's funny to think that a foreign video doctor tells more than a psychiatrist in my country.
Antidepressants wouldn't be bad, but the side effects are hellish.
And there is a side effect that speaks of eternal life.
I have been using fish oil with polyphenols, very strong antioxidants. My daily dose is just 12 ml and that amount contains 2500 mg of Omega-3, out of which 1300 mg is EPA, 700 mg is DHA, 150 mg is DPA and 700 mg is Omega-7. Changed my Omega-6 to Omega-3 ratio from 24.3:1 to 2.4:1 in 5 months, test-proven.
How it is detected?
What about your metal situation?
@@aysunaltunkaynak9465 You take an independent and anonymous test. More info can be found here zinzino.blog/put-your-body-to-the-test/?sitename=2005168519
Thanks for your reply, is your metal health improved after omega replacement, and which supplements have you used?
@@aysunaltunkaynak9465 Yes, my mental health is in good shape. More energy, clearer thinking, less stress and anxiety. I have been using a 3-step health protocol: Balance Oil (Omega-3 with polyphenols), Xtend+ which is Xtend+ is a vegan, all-natural advanced immune and nutritional supplement that contains micro- and phytonutrients, including 22 essential vitamins and minerals, as well as purified 1-3, 1-6 beta glucans derived from baker’s yeast, Zinobiotic which is a tailored blend of 8 natural dietary fibers. These fibers are metabolized in the colon (the large intestine) where they support the growth of healthy bacteria. ZinoBiotic+ helps to reduce spiking in blood sugar after meals, and maintain good cholesterol levels. The fibers promote many healthy bowel functions. I also use Viva+ which is a combination of affron®, a standardized and patented extract of pure, premium quality saffron stigmas (Crocus sativus L) from Spain, magnesium from seawater, iodine, and vitamin C from acerola.
Thank you Dr. Learned something new today. I had no clue between dha and epa. I’m taking it for depression and also not taking nearly enough epa!
🙏
Our pleasure. Let us know if you notice a change. There's a couple of product recommendations in the description if you need them. The Dr Janelle Sinclair Team
Thank you so much. I checked my bottle of cod liver oil and it contains only 100 mg EPA and 240 mg DHA per capsule, no wonder it did nothing for me.
Glad to help.
Cod lol u get what u pay for
Wow i had this triple strength fish oil in my cabinet for over a yeah smh im bout to start taking it now,for the people out there i got it from your local gnc store ,the epa is 734 and the dha is 266,thanks doc
@Austin Harp i actually got a better brand from vitamin world and i got some blood work done, and come to find out i was vitamin d deficient smh,i was at a level 10 and now im taking a mega dose of vitamin d 50,000iu once a week and i tell you i feel a whole lot better,i recommend everyone to get some blood work done if they're having anxiety and depression more than likely it might be vitamin d deficiency
Excellent Ratio! You can exactly take 2 capsules.Great!
It worked for me and changed my life. I asked why it was never listed as an option for treatment and the concern was that it can thin blood. I just still can’t believe that it worked but it did.
Fabulous!!!! So glad to hear that it's changed your life. Do you mind me asking what changes you experienced and how long it took?
@@DrJanelleSinclair I don’t mind at all that you asked; I hope more people hear about it! Before taking it I had anxiety attacks and depression, with trouble regulating my mood. I started taking fish oil supplements, paying attention to reach a daily dose of 1,000 mgs of EPA. I felt a noticeable difference within 3 days and continued to improve. I probably plateaued and reached some sort of equilibrium within a week. I felt depression and anxiety at an 8 or a 9 before, and today I’d say I feel it at a 3. The difference is massive and it has been about a year and half that I’ve enjoyed this new life of doing dishes, talking to people without panicking, and not avoiding my family. At my local grocery store these supplements are about $17 for a bottle and are frequently on a buy-one-get-one-free sale. It’s the cheapest, most effective, best investment I make. I’m happy to answer any questions about it. I was so miserable- I worry that people will stumble across the scams and “snake oil” videos all over TH-cam and mistake this as another one of those. Thanks for asking about my experience!
After watching this video I think I might ask my doctor about finding a supplement that gives me a better ratio of EPA to DHA. I wonder if I can’t get that 3 down to a 2. 🤯
@@johnorsomeone4609 I've recommended a few in the description if that helps
@@johnorsomeone4609 what brand do you take?
Now Foods Ultra Omega-3, 500 EPA/250 DHA, 180 Fish Softgels. Be careful, NOW brand has several variations of Omega-3. Choose the ULTRA to get the 500 EPA/250 DHA.
Great thanks for sharing!
Almost all fish oils are preserved by tocopherols like one of suggested: Gelatin (bovine), purified water and glycerin (vegetable source) gelcap, vitamin E (mixed tocopherols). Unfortunately tocopherols don't preserve in long term fish oils from losing DHA and EPA. Only those who are additionally preserved with poliphenols from olive oil are keep highest DHA and EPA level
Hi doc even the small doses you mentioned 160 240 helped my depression so much . I take 3 capsules aday
Thanks again, Dr. Janelle!!!
my pleasure. Did you see that I've just released a new course? If you're interested in a natural approach for depression or anxiety, then this is for you. www.drjanellesinclair,com/ecourse
I looked this topic up because my mood has been very good lately and I was wondering if it was because I was taking flaxseed for 6 weeks for another illness, because I remembered a Registered Dietitian in the US say this can work for depression. I've been taking 6 tablespoon of whole flax seeds crushed in a high speed blender with fruit and water. I've also been eating a large mixing bowl of salad with olive oil.
Dr Sinclair said you would have to take 3 to 10 Tablespoons of flaxseed for depression, so I'm right about in the middle of that range. Also, I have not noticed any laxative effect to taking this much flaxseed. Obviously, if I'm eating this much flax, fruit, and vegetables, I'm going to have many bowel movements a day, but they are not like those associated with diarrhea (runny and with cramping). In fact they are so well formed that they have cleared up problems I was having with constipation and related painful or irritation issues. Those went away after just a few days on this protocol, and this is after 4 years of on-again off-again issues.
What if I only take epa and not dha?
I can tell this Dr is genuine and really knows what she's talking about from the links she included on the desicption below. The highest quality products only and the most trusted ones. I know this because I researched omega 3 oils for my son who's autistic.
Does it matter if I take the capsules all together or should I divide them up during the day?
Thanks for your help Dr. Janelle! ❤️🙏
Probably split them at breakfast and dinner.
YOU ARE THE BEST DOCTOR
Thanks so much.
I tried Omega 3 with a high Epa and low Dha and that triggered my panic attacks.So I found a capaule with a higher Dha than Epa and it seems to be working a little better.
Interesting. Thanks for sharing. There isn't a lot of research into anxiety and panic attacks with regards to omega 3 yet.
So the High Dha and low Epa capsule has actually reduced my anxiety ,panic attacks and depression@@DrJanelleSinclair hence I think that may the reason why people take the high Dha capsules as it may be assisting in fighting off the depression and anxiety.I got this idea from the Psychology Today Magazine in fact and so far its proved itself .
I didn't know this... Thanks I'm gonna buy omega 3...
Grateful for your work.
Great video Dr Sinclair… very informative esp between dha a epa… whats the maximum safest dose for epa or epa and dha combined daily? It worked before for me but stopped for a few months now… thank you
Awesome vid. Thanks 🙏
Dha and epa works for me. I feel better mentally
You're awesome Janelle. I really appreciate the tips. Thank you
I'm going to try omega.taking anti depressant for yrs
Hi Dr Janelle could u do video on how bad alcohol is for depression
Very very bad for it!! Guaranteed to make it worse!
i have for years. my shrink, was like why? mostly been taking it to reduce cholesterol. and was also told it can reduce the intensity of mood swings
Thank you for this very clear and well explained information! I feel hopeful that this will help 🙏🙏
Thank you - very well explained
This was very informative 🙂 thanks!
My pleasure
I enjoy listening to you. Very informative!
Thanks for the knowledge 💯
Hi. Very informative video. For how long is it safe to take omega 3 suplements? (in the right dosage of corse)
There's no safety concerns about taking omega 3 long-term. I would suggest you take the prescribed dosage for 6 months. I'd drop down to half that dose for maintenance unless your mood drops again after dropping the dose.
Great video but please improve sound quality. Thank for making these videos ❤️
Great video, thanks!
Dr. How does Krill oil compare with regular fish oil. For past years ive used nordic naturals then switched up to krill, and noticed possible boost. Any differences with effect on mood btw krill oil and fish oil. Thank you
You are a saint! Thank you!
Dr. Sinclair, would you recommend the Nordic naturals omega 3?
Thank you for this
Hey
I have omega 3
EPA 504
DHA 378
Does it consider to be good?
Not for depression. The DHA is too high compared to the EPA
Super nice info thanks
Great video! I take Carlson Fish Oil 800 mg EPA 500 mg DHA per tsp. I take 3 tsp before going to bed. Is this too much DHA? I do sometimes get tired the next day.
Hi Janelle. Does it mean you should take Omega 3 fish oil, or EPA, for the rest of your life when it's used for depression?
Hi Dr Janelle,
I have 2 questions, I am struggling to find a Vegan source of high strength EPA, do you know of one?
What is your opinion of Rhodiola complex?
Thank you!
What did you find?
Dear Dr Janelle,
I noticed when I take fish oil that my depression and anxious symptoms increase, why is that ? Have you heard of this before? However when I eat fresh fish like salmon it’s not a problem, but certain other fish can cause a increase It’s the same thing with any variety of nuts. Have you heard of this before too? If not, I’m just wondering how can I stop it because, when I was younger I used to be able to eat those foods without a problem.
How much should i take vitamin A and d3 on daily basis
Excellent
Thanks for all information. Can you tell us which form of Omega-3 Fatty Acids we have to use? My opinion is EE form. But EE form has less bioavailability than TG forms. What is your offer and why?
I use Nature Made fish oil. The ratios are 1.5/1 for EPA/DHA. I hope that's good enough and not too much DHA. I take about 4 a day. about 1400 mg EPA/ 960 mg DHA.
It still might not be a large enough amount of EPA compared to DHA. When you finish this bottle you might want to look for something different if you don't feel a considerable change in your mood.
Thank you so so much
mackerel per 1.0 piece (80.0g) is equal to 1g of EPA which is (432%) of your daily recommendation of 0.3g (300mg) edited
Where did you get the daily recommendation of 0.3g? (Which is 300mg)?
I ordered omega 3, which contain 1000 mg of EPA and 500 mg of dha per recommended daily dose of 2 tablets. Is this the right ratio to treat depression? thanks for the reply.😊
That's great
So how many capables do I take a day my omega 3 is 500mg and EPA 242mg, DHA 226mg, Please lmk I need some help if anyone knows spring valley brand from Walmart
YOU CAN TAKE 3 OR 4 CAPSULES A DAY.
If you supplement, try finding algae oil. avoid fish. and keep your omega6 intake as low as possible. Then ALA to EPA conversion functions the best! Flax seeds are wonderful. make sure to grind them before consuming, for best absorption.
Thanks for your input but there's actually no research to say that algae oil works like fish oil can when it comes to depression. Algae oil and fish oil are very different in their composition/ratio of EPA and DHA.
@@DrJanelleSinclair "At present, we do not have sufficient high quality evidence to determine the effects of n‐3PUFAs as a treatment for MDD. Our primary analyses suggest a small‐to‐modest, non‐clinically beneficial effect of n‐3PUFAs on depressive symptomology compared to placebo; however the estimate is imprecise, and we judged the quality of the evidence on which this result is based to be low/very low. "
There is no good reason to promote animal based EPA and DHA.
www.cochranelibrary.com/cdsr/doi/10.1002/14651858.CD004692.pub4/full?highlightAbstract=withdrawn%7Cdepress%7Coil%7Cdepression%7Cfishes%7Cfish
You have it backwards
Will omega 3 work for me i had anxiety and depression for a long time and want to try it and and how long to take it for anyone know help please thanks
Beloved Yes it will help make sure Omega3 the EPA is more than DHA
Hi is there anything for schizophrenia schizofective /bipolar that acts just like seroquel also is there a alternative that act just ativan for anxiety thanks like your video's
Hello Dr. The Omega 3 brand i just bought is WHILEY'S FINEST WILD ALASKAN FISH OIL "PEAK EPA". The mg are...750 epa and 250 mg dha. Do I take 3 to 4 capsules per day ( breakfast, lunch, and dinner), to treat depression/axienty? Thankyou Dr for your time. Im so confused about the 1,000 to 2, 000 dosage .
Wade :)
One Capsule would be 1000mg.750epa+250dha=1000mg. Two Capsules are 1500mg+500dha=2000mg. So you can take 1 or 2 capsules.Excellent Ratio!
Hey Dr. Janelle would EPA help counteract zoloft induced emotional blunting? Im taking 910mg DHA only liquid right now and notice its only increasing my sex drive.
Can you take EPA with 5htp?
Thanks doc
Hey there.. Have you read the book called Depression: The Way Out by Neil Nedley.. In the book there's nothing about EPA or DHA ratio whatsoever. He treated his patients very successfully with Omega-3, suffering mostly from depression and bipolar disorder. His recommendation is 9gr/day + daily intake of natural Omega-3 in flaxseeds, walnuts.. The book is from 2001 btw. Just wondering what you think of that? Thanks.
I’m low in DHA NOT EPA which makes me wonder about the effectiveness of high EPA.
Green Pastures Cod Liver Oil?
GNC TRIPLE STENGTH FISH OIL
1 PILL= EPA 734 MG, DHA 266MG
*DOUBLE THE DOSE = EPA 1468mg, DHA 532mg*
Very good ratio Omega 3
For the cost effective omega 3 supplement, it only has 500mg of epa and 250mg of dha, should i take those twice daily for depression?
Yes. If it's that does for 2 capsules, then I'd take 3-4 capsules twice daily.
Its the dose for 1 softgel 500mg epa and 250mg dha
How much total DHA should you be getting a day?
I'm more concerned about EPA for depression.
Hello doc thank you for sharing this video
Im taking omega 1000
DHA 360m
EPA 240
How many capsule per day ❤
Don't take this product for depression. It has too much dha and not enough EPA. Please rewatch the video.
Good info. You need a mic to connect direct to video so it won’t sound like someone is talking In a tunnel :)
Thanks Gimme. Yes I've invested in a lapel microphone. I hope the more recent videos sound better. There's so much to learn with doing all these videos!
Dr Janelle Sinclair they’re great! Keep it up :)
Can U please link the studies u mentioned? Otherwise those are just weak claims...
What details are you most interested in? I just want to make sure that I link the information that you're after
Hi doctor, what do you think about Sam-e for depression and anxiety?
I am Fast MAO-A and have no clue what to do.
Take a look at Dr Ben Lynch's book.
Dirty Genes
Dirty Genes
Is it safe to take 2000mg EPA and 1000mg DHA long term? Or should this only be a short term dose?
Doctor madam, flaxseed as well helps to decrease depression. Kindly make detail video on this and Include doses and interaction detail. Thanks n regards..... From India
I have not seen any research that says flaxseed oil decreases depression. It does not contain the EPA that specifically lowers inflammation in the brain. You're welcome to link the research if there's been some recent new research
Getting it from a natural source is the best.Salmon for example.It works way better than taking fish oil.
I’m speaking from personal experience
Hi dr. How about low blood pressure ? I have anxiety disorder. I was worried about it too big omega 3
What if you have insomnia? Too much Fish oil for me keeps me awake at night?
Omega 3 + joy is good?
Dr Sinclair i am male 63,I take meds for depression anxiety.I have to check fish oil I have at home. Also Dr recommended I take l-methyl folate. vit D and B Complex .I also had very low testosterone and am doing android gel on arms nightly. I have to say feel slightly better.
They're some great recommendations!
eat a can of sardines a day my friend
Doctor, what would be the optimal dosage for a lactating mother with postpartum depression? Any particular supplement that you would suggest ?
There's some recommendations in the description below. I would just take the same amount that I recommended in the video.
If you need supplements to get enough how did humans cope before supplements?
Could I just consume like 1g of epa once a week instead of 0.2g (2000mg) every day?
Mine says 575 epa and 425 dha.
Seeing as how I'm tight on money how many capsules can I safely take
Just take 4 per day and then next time look for a different brand with lower dha
Hi Doctor why is a lower amount of DHA better?
I'm taking 5-HTP at night 50mg I wanted to know when is a good time to take the Omega-3 supplements morning afternoon or also a bedtime?
Best time to take Omega 3 is with food (Otherwise you can regurgitate it). There's no specific times of the day. It's really about what suits your schedule and what you can stomach when.
Why is taking too much DHA prevent EPA from being effective?
Is anxiety treated by DHA? Is fish oil effective for anxiety? What about OCD?
The data isn't clear about anxiety and OCD. The best thing is to get all of your individual fatty acids tested so you know what it is that you need.
@@DrJanelleSinclair thanks for your rapid answer! what about risk of prostate cancer for men?
@@vegetossgss1114 sorry, risk from what?
THANK YOU so much ! Very Educational. Must see a couple a times to completely understand There's alot said about Omega 3 must be cautious with our health 🚨📝👀☝.
Hi Janelle,
How can vegans get these nutrients? Thank you very nuch
It's very difficult for vegans to get enough EPA. Linseed and walnuts are a good source of ALA, but the body isn't very efficient at making EPA from ALA. There are some Omega 3 supplements from algae, which are obviously vegan friendly. The problem with these supplements is that they have more DHA than EPA. As explained in the video it is EPA that treats depression, not the DHA. If I was someone who was choosing to eat a vegan diet, and had depression, I would bend the rules and take a high dose EPA fish oil for 3-6 months to see if the depression could be resolved. But obviously that is up to an individual to decide that.
@@DrJanelleSinclair thanks a lot for your response. I did notice that plant based is either only ALA or higher DHA.. and I also know that fish oil omega 3 does not contain ALA, so should I take both?
@@omribuch if you're going to take fish oil you could probably just get ALA through your diet.