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How long does it take for fish oil to work when it comes to easing depression?
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Will not work: Fish oil is not going to help depression.
Answered 10/3/2016
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Might help: There is recent research that omeg-fatty acids (in fish oil) can help stabilize a person's mental state. But, having said that I do have to add that the effect is small and a referral to a therapist/psychiatrist is a very good idea.
Answered 10/4/2016
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