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Omega-3s Cut Aggression by 28%, Study Reveals

7/21/2025

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A groundbreaking 2024 study from the University of Pennsylvania reveals that omega-3 fatty acids can slash aggression levels by up to 28%. Analyzing nearly 4,000 participants across 29 trials, researchers found promising effects on both reactive and proactive aggression. Neurocriminologist Adrian Raine suggests that omega-3s could be a vital tool for improving mental health and curbing violence.

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A groundbreaking 2024 study from the University of Pennsylvania reveals that omega-3 fatty acids can slash aggression levels by up to 28%. Analyzing nearly 4,000 participants across 29 trials, researchers found promising effects on both reactive and proactive aggression. Neurocriminologist Adrian Raine suggests that omega-3s could be a vital tool for improving mental health and curbing violence.