date:Jun 14, 2012
dence comparing the effects of omega-3 fatty acids taken in capsules or margarine spread to those of sunflower oil, olive oil or regular margarine.
None of the studies measured whether these volunteers went onto develop dementia, but volunteers were given memory and thinking tests to monitor any cognitive decline.
The researchers found no benefit of taking the omega-3 capsules or spread over placebo capsules or spread. Participants given omega-3 did not score better in standard mental state ex