Some of the following nutrition from food as well as
supplements may be recommended by Dr. Merigian at your appointment to help
with your depression. Be sure to speak with Dr. Merigian before starting any
supplement regimen.
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NuTruEssentials Vitamin Formula (shop
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NuTruEssentials Mineral Formula (shop
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NuTruEssentials Fatty Acid Formula (shop
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NuTruEssentials Digestive Enzyme Formula (shop
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S-ade-nososylmethionine (SAMe) may help support mood with
few side effects. Dosages typically range from 400 t1600 mg a day.
However, as little as 35 mg a day has been used successfully
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DHEA is a natural human hormone that enhances brain
functioning and promotes well-being. Dosages typically range from 50 mg
(women) t100 mg (men) (shop
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Pregnenolone is another natural human hormone that is
often found in below-normal amounts in people with depression. 50-200 mg
daily in divided doses
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dl-phenylalanine can elevate endorphin levels in the brain
which may elevate mood.
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Tw500-mg capsules in the morning on an empty stomach and
one 500-mg capsules in mid-afternoon on an empty stomach (shop
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DMAE (found in sardines and other foods) has been shown to
elevate mood and is even more effective when taken with vitamin B5
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L-Tyrosine is used by the body to make the
neurotransmitters dopamine, norepinephrine, and epinephrine, which play a
role in elevating mood and keeping us alert. 500-1500 mg a day (shop
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L-Carnitine is an amino acid that can alleviate depression
in some people in doses of 1000 mg twice a day (shop
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NADH enhances brain energy and has elevated mood in
studies of people who took 5 t10 mg a day
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Vitamin B1 (thiamin) deficiency can lead to depression and
fatigue; 100 mg a day is recommended
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Vitamin B2 (riboflavin) deficiency can lead to depression;
100 mg twice daily as recommended
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Vitamin B3 (niacin) converts tryptophan into serotonin, an
important neurotransmitter that helps us stay happy. A single dose of 25
mg a day gradually increased incrementally t100 mg 2 or 4 times a day is
recommended
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Vitamin B6: (pyridoxine) is also needed for conversion of
tryptophan to serotonin. A deficiency of B6 is often found in pregnant or
lactating women and in alcoholics. Divided doses of 20 mg a day are
recommended
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Vitamin B12 (cobalamin) helps fight depression by
inhibiting monoamine oxidase (MAO), an enzyme that “attacks” and destroys
certain neurotransmitters that help to elevate mood; 500 mcg sublingually,
twice a day is recommended
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Choline plays an important role learning and memory; 2000
mg a day in divided doses is recommended
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Folic acid deficiency is common in many people with
depression; 400-1000mcg a day
Vitamin C deficiency has been found in many people with depression. Start
with 1 gram (1000 mg) twice a day and gradually increase the dosage until
you are taking at least 3000 mg twice a day for mood
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Potassium is a mineral that has been linked to mood
disorders. Unless levels are dangerously low in the body, potassium should
be replenished by natural foods such as bananas, nonfat milk, oranges, and
fresh peas.
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St. John’s Wort (hypericum) has recently gained prominence
in the United States as a natural antidepressant; 300 mg 3 times daily
(with a standardized concentration of 0.3% hypericin) in divided doses is
recommended. Sometimes 1200 mg per day is necessary to see a positive
result
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Ginseng is an overall tonic and rejuvenator, 400 mg daily
in capsule form may be taken or brewed in a tea
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Anti Depression Drops provides homeopathic aid in support
of the coping mechanisms and adaptation from depressed mood. 10 drops
should be taken every 10 minutes for no more than 3 hours, then hourly
until symptoms subside or not exceed 12 hours. For chronic conditions, use
10-15 drops 3 times daily for a period not to exceed 6 weeks. Children
4-12: One-half adult dose. (shop
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5-HTP, 150-300 mg daily. This should be taken with Niacin
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