Posted by Lao Tzu on November 30, 2010, at 9:48:17
In reply to supplement side effects, posted by jeaner on November 27, 2010, at 19:34:14
Maybe you are real sensitive to tryptophan or 5htp supplements. One natural choice would be SAM-E. It's supposed to be a very effective natural antidepressant. Another thing to consider is a deficiency in certain fatty acids, namely fish oil and borage oil. Some people need just the fish oil, but others need both kinds. I don't know where you would fit in. The only way is to try it if your doctor approves. If your neurotransmitters are low, there are many antidepressants you could try at a lower dosage, namely, Prozac, Paxil, Zoloft, Remeron, Wellbutrin, etc. Maybe a low dosage of one of these would help. Are you really opposed to using medication? I find that a low dosage of an antidepressant helps as long as I take my other vitamins. Other deficiencies to consider are vitamins E and C, selenium, and certain B vitamins, like B1, B12, and B6. If you are pyroluric, you definitely need B6 and Zinc. Are you using the right kind of zinc? I find that zinc picolinate works best for me. It is a superior form of zinc. There is always a beneficial solution to the depression and an underlying cause. I am not trying to preach or anything, just giving some suggestions. I have schizophrenia, so my case is rather extreme. I absolutely need to be on meds for my condition, but I do find that combining a little medication with the vitamins that you need may go a long way in helping the depression. This has been my experience through many years of suffering. I really hope you can find the missing pieces of the puzzle for yourself. You might ask the doctor about SAM-E if you don't like conventional medicine, but I find that if you are on the right medication, it will make a difference as long as you also take your vitamins everyday. I have found that the medication alone won't heal your depression if you also have nutrient deficiencies. I am not trying to give you any advice. I just hope you can find some answers for yourself.
Lao
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