Omega-3 fatty acids are essential nutrients that keep the body’s cells healthy, trigger the production of happy hormones and help slash the risk of heart disease and cancer when consumed as a part of your daily diet.
On social media, boosting brain health has become a wellness trend - and influencers point to taking fish oil and other supplements as part of this, positing thousands of videos on TikTok and other platforms. Researchers have linked omega-3s in fish to improved cognition, according to the Cleveland Clinic.