I need a good Omega link...

[DenverSarah]

I am always getting questions about the proper Omega dose as a theraupeutic dose for ADHD. I can't seem to find any links about Omegas that don't either ignore the
ADHD aspect or overcomplicate it, and I'm not eloquent enough to explain how to start an ADHDer on the proper amounts and any other pertinent info. I hate to just tell people to go read this or that book. If anyone can provide me with a good link that I can save specifically for this purpose it would be greatly appreciated! Thanks!

[catatonic]

There is a fairly comprehensive discussion of fatty acids, including dosage information at "The Natural Pharmacist". Only problem I have is that it is VERY conservative in its interpretation of research results. Still, may be helpful:
community.healthgate.com/GetContent.asp?siteid=iHerb&docid=/tnp/pg000504

For research evidence that ADHD and essential fatty acid deficiency tend to go hand in hand:
www.ajcn.org/cgi/content/full/71/1/327?maxtoshow=&HITS=10&hits=10&RESULTFORMAT=&author1=Burgess%2Bjr&searchid=1025909925745_4358&stored_search=&FIRSTINDEX=0&journalcode=ajcn

This one from Integrative Medicine has a zillion references and specific dose recommendations...4,000mg of "standard" fish oil per day, for a total of 480mg DHA and 720mg EPA:
www.healthandage.com/html/res/com/ConsSupplements/Omega3FattyAcidscs.html

Finally, Supplementhingych has one that is brief and contains specific dose recommendations:
www.supplementhingych.com/supatoz/supplement.asp?supplementId=211

I'd also recommend Laura Stevens website (author of "12 Effective Ways to Help Your ADD/ADHD Child")
users.nlci.com/nutrition/

Hope some of this is helpful to you.

[DenverSarah]

Thanks Cat!
These are great!
I knew I could count on you!