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ERIC #:	EJ897886
Title:	Benefits of Omega-3 Supplementation for Schoolchildren: Review of the Current Evidence
Authors:	Kirby, Amanda; Woodward, Amelia; Jackson, Sarah
Descriptors:	Learning Problems; Educational Research; Cognitive Development; Children; Child Health; Nutrition; Literature Reviews; Developmental Disabilities; Research Methodology; Eating Habits; Health Behavior; Brain; Mental Health; Attention Deficit Disorders; Hyperactivity; Dyslexia
Source:	British Educational Research Journal, v36 n5 p699-732 Oct 2010
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Publisher:	Routledge. Available from: Taylor & Francis, Ltd. 325 Chestnut Street Suite 800, Philadelphia, PA 19106. Tel: 800-354-1420; Fax: 215-625-2940; Web site: http://www.tandf.co.uk/journals
Publication Date:	2010-10-00
Pages:	34
Pub Types:	Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
Abstract:	Despite the potential impact nutrition may have on learning, there have been surprisingly few papers published directed towards the educational research community. In contrast, omega-3 supplementation studies are being frequently cited in the media, leading to parents asking for advice and guidance. The purpose of this article is to review the evidence to date for any effect of using omega-3 supplementation in school-aged children. This article focuses on the research that has been undertaken, particularly in relation to behaviour, education and cognitive development, in both typically developing populations as well as in children with specific learning difficulties and developmental disorders. Recommendations for future studies in this area have been highlighted in view of current knowledge. In conclusion, it was found that there is a shortage of properly controlled omega-3 supplementation trials, particularly with typically developing children, to advocate the supplementation of all children with omega-3 fatty acids, but due to the known importance of omega-3 fatty acids in the brain and early development, further research is required. (Contains 1 table and 1 figure.)
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ISSN:	ISSN-0141-1926
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Languages:	English
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Direct Link:	http://www.informaworld.com/openurl?genre=article&id=doi:10.1080/01411920903111557

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