Fish Oil May Relieve Desire to Kill Yourself

Current impasse facing desperate life, one can dare to do anything including suicide. In order to depression and suicidal thoughts can be better controlled, the researchers recommend eating lots of fish oil.

In the depression, omega-3 fatty acids and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) in fish oil could ease the allegedly suicidal ideation. Although not yet confirmed a causal relationship, but people who commit suicide usually lack two essential nutrients such.

This is evidenced in a study in the United States that was published in the Journal of Clinical Psychiatry recently. In that study, researchers make the observation of several cases of suicide were killed retired military or veterans.

Compared to surviving veterans, veterans who commit suicide have been observed levels of DHA and omega-3 fatty acids lower. Based on the analysis, levels of DHA and omega-3 fatty acids lower the risk of suicide increases up to 62 percent.

In conclusion, the scientists did not openly suggest that the veterans increase the consumption of fish oil in order not to get depressed. But admittedly, fish oil and the contents in it most likely have a psychoactive effect.

Some previous studies did show, omega 3 fatty acids either in the form of fish oil supplements and in and nuts have a psychiatric mental health benefits. It's just to associate with suicide prevention, still need further research.

The high rate of suicide among United States military is a separate issue, both of which occur in veterans and officers who are still active. In 2010 for example, there were approximately 159 suicides committed by active duty officers.

"I really hope the research like this, because I am really looking for something as a solution," said Peter Chiarelli, one of the top military brass in the United States, as quoted by USA Today, Tuesday