Posted by LizinManhattan on May 21, 2006, at 1:49:16
Hi,
I am a very frequent lurker (I would post but as of now I don't have anything to contribute!).
I was on anti-depressants for 12 years and just went off them in March (with pdoc's assistance). I am trying to go the so called alternative route. This is what I am currently taking:Fish oil
E (to counteract any oxidation from the fish oil)
Evening Primrose oil (also because of fish oil)
Multivitamin
B12
B6
Iron
Claritin (for allergies)
Birth control pillsI also exercise every day and try to avoid sugar. I am OK, but very sleepy, lethargic, easily frustrated, and sometimes have feelings of hopelessness, guilt, sadness (you know, those great things that all add up to depression;) ).
What do I do next? I have been reading these boards and am wondering about Taurine, SAM-e and magnesium as well as some other supplements. I know zinc and potassium and a bunch of other things can be factors as well... It's just so hard to know where to start!I know there are some real experts on this board; if you have time, please help me.
Thank you so much!
Liz
poster:LizinManhattan
thread:646450
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