Despite widespread claims, little proof for brain supplements
April 26, 2010 8:20 a.m. EDT
In theory, fish oil could help cognition because it's rich in omega-3 fatty acids.
STORY HIGHLIGHTS
- As many as 2.4 million to 4.5 million Americans have Alzheimer's disease
- New study found no cognitive benefit in fish oil; it also found no harm
- People with bleeding problems should not take vitamin E
- Always consult your doctor to find out what supplements are right for you
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(CNN) -- In the fight against memory loss, nothing is certain, doctors say.
A seemingly steady stream of new research purports to show supplements' and vitamins' promise in preventing or slowing cognitive decline, but in reality no hard evidence supports taking any of them. At the same time, such supplements have been proved safe, barring drug interactions and other complications, so some doctors recommend trying them anyway.
With millions of aging Americans experiencing a decrease in cognitive function, the need for a natural prevention method is obvious.
As many as 2.4 million to 4.5 million Americans
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