Omega-3 Fish Oil for Anxiety and Inflammation

68 participants

Feeling anxious, worried, or on edge. Tension and nervousness affecting daily life.

Omega-3 fats may reduce inflammation in the brain that contributes to anxiety.

2.5g omega-3 daily (2085mg EPA, 348mg DHA), taken with meals

Duration: 12 weeks

Before Treatment

Mild to moderate anxiety symptoms, especially during stressful times like exams.

After Treatment

20% reduction in anxiety. Also lowered inflammation markers in the body.

Improvements observed by week 6-12 of consistent use

Fishy aftertaste, occasional stomach upset. Generally well tolerated.

Omega-3 Fish Oil for Anxiety and Inflammation
Kiecolt-Glaser JK, et al. Brain Behav Immun. 2011;25(8):1725-1734

Fish oil reduced anxiety and inflammation in healthy people under stress.

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