Natural supplements to treat depression and anxiety
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Anonymous
| Vitamin D for sure and B-complex |
Anonymous
| I've been giving DC fish oil, D , B complex and a probiotic. This along with exercise is pretty effective. Adding CBT soon. |
Anonymous
| Brahmi. |
Anonymous
I think this is a great list and I use some of the strategies too, just wanted to point out that St. John's Wort may interfere with the effectiveness of the Pill. Just as an FYI |
Anonymous
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How about light therapy?
I'm considering trying it this winter. |
Anonymous
Didn't know Brahmi helped. Did you try this PP? |
Anonymous
| Can someone explain bright light therapy? |
Anonymous
| 5-HTP has worked wonders for me but don't take it if you are on anti-depressants. http://depression.about.com/od/5-HTP/a/5-HTP-For-Depression.htm |
Anonymous
I'd like to know too and also what kind of lights? |
Anonymous
Yes. Absolutely amazing. Also a great natural sleep aid. Also my HS student uses it for concentration. |
Anonymous
They have light boxes (some are sold at Barnes and Noble if you want to see it in person, they are on Amazon as well) that you turn on and sit near in the morning, but for no more than 20 min or so. |
Anonymous
| OP here- I just purchased the light therapy box off amazon. Reviews are encouraging. I just spent most of my day in bed and used the TV as a babysitter for DC. It was beautiful day outside. I hate living like this this. I hope this works. Let's go amazon prime. I'll keep you posted. |
Anonymous
| Anyone who uses B complex-- can you recommend a brand that works? |
Anonymous
| Exercise. |
Anonymous
Yes, exercise works wonders. What do you do if you are too depressed to exercise? I think the motivation part is a huge hurdle here. |