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Dyslexia and school difficulties: how to help my 14 year old son?

Dear Enza,

Numerous studies have reported that children with learning difficulties can improve their reading skills and behavior through omega-3 consumption, and that a deficiency of these fatty acids in the blood is associated with poor performance, as reported in an article published on our blog.

Omega-3 fatty acids, particularly DHA, play a fundamental role in brain development, the visual system, and in maintaining its function, being the main component of neuron cell membranes to which it provides the necessary fluidity to grow, connect with other cells, and transmit nerve signals.

The product I can recommend for your son is Omegor Mind, a dietary supplement that combines DHA with an extract of Bacopa monnieri, a plant with beneficial properties for memory. The recommended dose is 2 capsules to be taken with a main meal. Please remember not to consider dietary supplements as therapy, but only as nutritional support.

Best regards,

Silvia Lisciani Ph.D. Nutritionist Biologist