What supplements do you take to improve your mental health?

[iloverachel]

• Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Found in fish oil, these fatty acids are essential for brain function. Studies suggest they may help improve mood and reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression.
• Vitamin D: This "sunshine vitamin" plays a crucial role in various bodily functions, including mood regulation. Vitamin D deficiency has been linked to increased risk of depression.
• Probiotics: These beneficial bacteria reside in your gut and can influence brain function. Some research suggests that probiotics may have a positive impact on mood and anxiety.
• Magnesium: This essential mineral plays a vital role in numerous bodily functions, including neurotransmitter production. Magnesium deficiency can contribute to anxiety, insomnia, and fatigue.
• Ashwagandha: This adaptogenic herb may help reduce stress, anxiety, and improve sleep quality.

I personally take magnesium glycinate, multi vitamins, Sam-E, zinc and Vitamin D as well as fish oil. I also combine it with a diet rich in proteins and lots of fibre and cut out all soda and processed foods. I also work out every day and meditate to ease my anxiety symptoms and depression.

Feel free to post what supplements you take for mental health

 

[Jack_Nimble]

Creatine is another one.

With omega 3 it's important to get it in EPA and DHA form. Which is in animals not plants. Except algae, so algae is the only practical option for vegetarians. Though a vegetarian diet really isn't recommended for mental health. 1-3 grams of omega 3 per day is recommended.

 

[real human being]

Creatine is another one.

With omega 3 it's important to get it in EPA and DHA form. Which is in animals not plants. Except algae, so algae is the only practical option for vegetarians. Though a vegetarian diet really isn't recommended for mental health. 1-3 grams of omega 3 per day is recommended.

Creatine is another one.

With omega 3 it's important to get it in EPA and DHA form. Which is in animals not plants. Except algae, so algae is the only practical option for vegetarians. Though a vegetarian diet really isn't recommended for mental health. 1-3 grams of omega 3 per day is recommended.

ALA which is found in several plant foods is converted to EPA and DHA. So if you regularly eat walnuts, chia seeds, or hemp seeds, you can get enough. However, the conversion percentage of ALA to EPA and DHA isn't super high and varies based on various factors, which makes it a bit unreliable. I'm vegan and recently started thinking more about my health. I eat walnuts on most days but I've also started taking an algae omega 3 supplement, to make sure that I'm getting enough. It's worth noting that ALA has some health benefits which are separate from EPA and DHA.

It's also worth noting that you won't find omega 3 in meat, dairy, or eggs, but only in fish. So there are probably many omnivores that are deficient in omega 3.

 

[Promised Heaven]

Vitamin B and C give me energy similar to caffeine (don't take too high of a dose, it'll keep you awake).

Vitamin D actually took me out of depression when therapy couldn't.

Lion's mane mushrooms significantly improved my cognitive function entirely, but they are quite expensive in most places.

I follow a high protein low sugar low fat diet.