Posted by SLS on August 24, 2008, at 16:04:07
In reply to Bipolar Depression Supplements, posted by Lao Tzu on August 15, 2008, at 14:48:19
Hi.
I think you hit the bullseye with your treatment regime.
One thing to take into consideration is that NAC might not produce results for 8 weeks. It is always a good idea to take fish oil as it is truly nutrition for the brain. It helps neurons grow neurites and encourages the formation of more connections.
I take 1800mg of NAC. The Berk study in bipolar depression used 2000mg. I also take fish oil. I am really happy to see someone so well informed as to put together the nutritional cocktail you have. It makes me feel better about my own decisions.
You might want to consider taking Deplin or some other source of L-methylfolate. I take 7.5mg. Whereas its use has been demonstrated when added to an ongoing treatment with standard antidepressants that is yielding a partial response, I don't think anyone can guarantee that it won't produce results when added to your type of treatment.
Good luck. Remember to be patient. It might take 2-3 months of treatment to show results.
Please post your results. Thanks.
- Scott
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