Which Omega-3 supplement for a hyperactive 13 year old?
Dear Mauro,
The most suitable product for your son is VitaDHA liquid, a formulation in single-dose sachets of very high quality fish oil. Each serving provides 1800 milligrams of total Omega-3:
- 1250 mg of DHA
- 360 mg of EPA
The Omega-3 EPA and DHA have a positive effect on the development of the central nervous system. These fatty acids help promote mood balance, calmness, and coordination thanks to the regulation of neurotransmitter production (mainly dopamine and serotonin). DHA promotes neuron differentiation and stimulates the production of growth factors (such as NGF, nerve growth factor), responsible for the formation of new synapses (neuronal plasticity). Synapses are one of the main mechanisms involved in learning and memory.
DHA is also one of the fundamental building blocks of the nervous system because it is a component of the myelin sheath, the electrical insulator of neuronal extensions important for the correct transmission of nerve impulses. EPA modulates the production of inflammatory prostaglandins that seem to be involved in states of anxiety and depression that often accompany and worsen hyperactive behavior. The child neuropsychiatrist Michele Germano uses 1 sachet per day of VitaDHA liquid for the treatment of ADHD. Dr. Germano is a specialist in the treatment of ADHD disorders at the Casa Sollievo della Sofferenza Hospital in San Giovanni Rotondo (FG). VitaDHA sachets can be taken alone or diluted in cold foods:
- yogurt, citrus or strawberry flavored;
- spreadable cheeses.
We recommend a minimum supplementation period of 2-3 months, which can be extended according to individual needs and requirements. I hope this has been helpful and I remain available for any further clarifications.
Best regards, Dr. Rosaria Ramondino Pharmacist and Pharmaceutical Chemist
