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Permalink Reply by Susana Arroyo on July 14, 2009 at 7:09pm

Hi Archana, I would check with your son's doctor.
I'm a almost 20 yr old girl w/ duchenne. I always make sure to check with my doctors before taking anything. I don't really know about fish oil, but I guess it supposed to be really good for you.

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Permalink Reply by Laurie Paschal on July 14, 2009 at 8:34pm

We don't use the caps, but the Barlean's Kids DHA liquid.

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Permalink Reply by Kelvinsmom - Michelle on July 14, 2009 at 9:53pm

We use the Barlean's Kids DHA fruit flavored liquid as well. It has been amazing for Kelvin and has helped him with anger issues. Michelle

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Permalink Reply by Jerry Dallapè on July 15, 2009 at 1:25am

Ewan has been taking 1000mg of Omega-3 every day for two years. He just chews the caps. I don't know that it's done wonders or anything, but it's a good overall supplement that all of us could benefit from. I don't think you have to worry about giving it to your son. Ewan is over my shoulder right now telling me that the fishy taste is horrible. Little trooper that he is, though, he never complains.

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Permalink Reply by Kim Maddux on July 15, 2009 at 1:38am

I am curious to the benefits to this. I don't recall reading about it before. Is it for anger, etc? Alex definitely has issues and I wonder is it just him or the meds its on. Thanks. Kim

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Permalink Reply by Archana on July 15, 2009 at 3:29pm

Thank you all,I really appreciate your suggestions.I will start on it soon.I notified my dr too.

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Permalink Reply by Kelvinsmom - Michelle on July 15, 2009 at 6:39pm

If you research ADD and ADHD, etc. and check on how it has been used in studies (check DHA/EPA Omega 3, 6 and 9 and the studies), it is amazing how it benefits children, as many kids don't have enough naturally. I tried it and yikes, like in a week or so, it was amazing how it helped Kelvin. I give 1 teaspoon of the Barleans, says 1/2 teaspoon, but I give 1. Another mother on here tried it and it helped her son as well. There are studies about how it has helped concentration, brain development, anger, etc. I know most of our children don't have ADD or ADHD, but, they do get some issues. I don't think it could hurt, so it is worth a shot. I don't think it really matters what brand, but Barleans is liquid, easily absorbed and fruit flavored, so that is what I use. Michelle

Kim Maddux said:

I am curious to the benefits to this. I don't recall reading about it before. Is it for anger, etc? Alex definitely has issues and I wonder is it just him or the meds its on. Thanks. Kim

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Permalink Reply by Christine Piacentino on July 19, 2009 at 10:39am

Hi Everyone,

Not sure of Fish Oil use for ADD and ADHD. However there has been supportive but not conclusive research that shows that the consumption of EPA and DHA omega-3 fatty acids may reduce the risks of coronary heart disease. However, before starting any supplement I would check with your child's doctor to determine the proper dosage. I would also check with the doctor if your child is on an ace inhibitor or a beta blocker, has these are heart medications used to prevent heart problems.

Kelvinsmom - Michelle said:

If you research ADD and ADHD, etc. and check on how it has been used in studies (check DHA/EPA Omega 3, 6 and 9 and the studies), it is amazing how it benefits children, as many kids don't have enough naturally. I tried it and yikes, like in a week or so, it was amazing how it helped Kelvin. I give 1 teaspoon of the Barleans, says 1/2 teaspoon, but I give 1. Another mother on here tried it and it helped her son as well. There are studies about how it has helped concentration, brain development, anger, etc. I know most of our children don't have ADD or ADHD, but, they do get some issues. I don't think it could hurt, so it is worth a shot. I don't think it really matters what brand, but Barleans is liquid, easily absorbed and fruit flavored, so that is what I use. Michelle

Kim Maddux said:

I am curious to the benefits to this. I don't recall reading about it before. Is it for anger, etc? Alex definitely has issues and I wonder is it just him or the meds its on. Thanks. Kim

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