BDNF: Ever heard of it?It stands for Brain-Derived Neurotrophic Factor—a mouthful, but think of it like Miracle-Grow for your brain.A new meta-analysis looked at 11 clinical trials and nearly 700 people to answer one question:Does supplementing with omega-3s raise BDNF levels?The answer: Yes. Consistently. Even in people facing major cognitive and psychological challenges.This isn’t hype—it’s signal through the noise.Omega-3s support more than heart health.They may help your brain adapt, repair,

These may be the best exercises for BDNF in depression. If you are concerned about your mental health, please consider seeking professional care. Source: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1155/da/5716755 | Austin Perlmutter, MD

Regardless of whether someone uses talk therapy or pharmacology, or a combination of the two to achieve relief from depression, ultimately, any relief they experience is the consequence of neural plasticity (also called neuroplasticity), which is essentially changes in the function of neural circuits in the brain and/or body. Brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) was discovered for its role in promoting the growth, survival, and neuroplasticity of neurons, although it has other roles as well.