What combination of vitamins and minerals can I take instead of anti depressant!
Question:
What combination of vitamins and minerals can I take instead of anti depressants ?
I have a reasonable knowledge of both pharmaceutical drugs and herbal/nutrient alternatives. I am taking SJW, 5HTP and B6. I also take Lofepramine (a tricyclic prescription drug) sometimes to help me sleep. I'd rather just take natural supplements.
Answers:
Mmm you seem to be doing pretty well. Without an in depth knowledge I wouldn't suggest much.
The 5 -htp should help sleep.
Sainsburys do an evervescent vitamin called 'revive', strong in C, Bs zinc and magnesium. Tesco do a similar for only £1.29 for 20.
A good book is Optimum Nutrition for the Mind by Patrick Holford, I got it from the library. He explains how a lot of anti depressants are covering up poor nutrition. He also does The New Optimum Nutrition Bible. These explain a lot of the science behind, and have chapters on depression etc..
Also regular exercise, 20 minute walk once a day will help.
Good luck, you are not alone.