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Is it possible that fish oil make add worse (attention deficit disorder)?

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Dr. Pamela Pappas answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

If rancid, maybe: If you use a fish oil product that has gone rancid, it will be pro-inflammatory and possible harmful. Also if it contains heavy metals, it could worsen the condition. Research the companies and choose a brand that is pure, fresh, potent, sustainably harvested, etc. Store yours in the freezer when you get it.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 1/11/2015

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