Fitoterapia e saúde: uma revisão integrativa sobre o ômega-3.

Abstract

To show the effects of the omega-3 in the central nervous system. Method: An integrative review was written based on a search in the databases of the Medical Publications and Virtual Health Library, which 448 articles were found and after the application of filters and exclusion criteria, there were 14 articles for the final production. Results: Omega-3 has essential properties for the development of the nervous system, acting on the retina, cognition and motor development. In addition to this, neuroprotective properties have been reported, helping in the treatment of diseases such as Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, Multiple Sclerosis, Psycho, Epilepsy, Autism and Huntington’s. These properties come in part from the anti-demyelinating action of neurons. As well as in the decrease of the amyloid plaques in the brain and contributing in the fluidity of the cellular membrane, assisting in the proper functioning of the nerve synapses. Conclusion: The effects of the omega-3 in the nervous system, with the reinforcement on the neuroprotection in the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases were observed. In addition, anti-inflammatory properties were seen that it acts as systemic form and is centered in the nervous system. However, there is need for further randomized studies, especially the mega trials to prove the beneficial effects of omega-3.