Want to know whether you should take omega-3s for PPD? How much? What kind? What about for antenatal depression?
Well, I’ve got answers for you. Hooray! A set of specific, physician-created guidelines on taking omega-3 fatty acids as part of treatment for postpartum depression! I know you’re going to want to check this out, from Dr. Marlene Freeman at the MGH Center for Women’s Mental Health.
Thank you for posting this! I was just thinking about this these week!!
*about this earlier this week —is what I meant. Sorry, I was just so dang excited!
Yes, you should take Omega 3's for PPD. For most people 1 gram a day will do it. For those dealing with bipolar or other complicated disorders, Dr. Driscoll and Jeanne Watson recommend 5-10 grams a day in their groundbreaking book," Women's Moods: What every women must know about hormones.." I personally take 10 grams a day with no side effects.