Alzheimer’s & Dementia, the official journal of the Alzheimer’s Association, has published of their large-scale studying in regards to benefits of the Omega-3 fatty acid DHA. The Memory Improvement with Docasahexenoic Acid Study (MIDAS) studied the effects of algal DHA on elderly subjects with “age-related cognitive decline.”
For six months, 485 subjects ages 55 and older were given 900 milligrams of algal DHA or a placebo. These individuals all were characterized by having mild memory degeneration. Their findings reveal that those supplemented with DHA showed a benefit “roughly equivalent to having the learning and memory skills of someone three years younger” while having almost double the reduction in errors compared to the placebo subjects.
Published May 3rd, 2010
This study puts into perspective how a daily dose of DHA can significantly improve cognitive function in the elderly. Supplementing with DHA early on can bolster brain health and reduce or reverse the effects of memory degeneration.
At Barlean’s we are absolutely ecstatic with these findings. Our Total Omega Vegan Swirl uses the same algal DHA that was included in the study! In addition to having 100% vegetarian plant-based DHA, Total Omega Vegan Swirl includes flaxseed oil and Borage oil, providing a master blend of Omega-3, 6, & 9 to foster overall health. With its natural pomegranate and blueberry flavor, nourishing brain health, memory and cognitive function has never been easier or more delicious which is why the Omega Swirls were voted Best Product of the Year by esteemed health magazines and Gold Medal from the American Masters of Taste.
