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Your opinion of the best supplement or/and homeopathics for depression.

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betty47942
betty47942

I would really appreciate know what you believe are the best supplements/homeopathics for depression. (I know and agree that exercise, therapy, etc etc are all great...yes, they are ..) .but I really would like to know of your experience with the 'other things' too..such as the supplements... Thsnk you to all who answer. I appreciate it! smile

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  • Guest
    Guest betty47942

    Posted

    Hi Betty,

    In regards to supplements, Saint John's Wort may be effective in treating mild to moderate depression. However, be aware that this herb has many drug interactions and interactions with other supplements and homeopathics.

    • Ashley025
      Ashley025 Guest

      Posted

      St Johns Worth can cause cataracts when taken for some time and if left untreated can cause blindness. Be careful. Always read the labels or Google search the medicine before taking it.

      Take Care💜

  • ann55375
    ann55375 betty47942

    Posted

    I have found no anti depressants which work for me.   I am left looking for alternatives.  I take warfarin so that makes it even more difficult.  Have you found anything which helps? I am getting to the stage that i will give up.
    • Guest
      Guest ann55375

      Posted

      Hi Ann,

      St. John's Wort is the most widely researched alternative and complementary medicine for treating depression. However, this herb has major interactions with warfarin. Hopefully, researchers will discover other herbal anti-depressants that lack the numerous drug-supplement interactions associated with the use of St. John's Wort.

  • mary77380
    mary77380 betty47942

    Posted

    "Jarrow SAM-E"  200mg/day works for me, look it up and see if you think it will help.

  • mmagno
    mmagno betty47942

    Posted

    Hi! Are you still looking? I have been using DXN Ganoderma (Lingzhi) for years and it seems to help a lot with controlling stress and fatigue. Healthline also has an article about Lingzhi if you need to do more reading - https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/reishi-mushroom-benefits#section2. I have only ever used DXN branded Ganoderma products for the quality. Try searching for the DXN App on the App Store or on Play Store.

  • Sockpim
    Sockpim betty47942

    Posted

    I've tried several prescribed medications, which have all given me really bad side effects. I'd recommend St John's Wort. I've been using it for years now; without it, I'd be a mess. No side effects from it at all and I've found over the years that you can drink alcohol with it if you drink.

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