Supplements are considered a form of alternative treatment for depression. Natural supplements can help lower anxiety and lift moods. However, they can still have side effects or interact with other medications and many are not FDA approved, so it is important to check with your doctor before trying a new supplement. Supplements may be a natural way to manage depression for some, but they are not the solution for everyone.
In my last post, I began our discussion of treating depression with natural supplements with many warnings. I am going to stress some of those warnings again. When you buy vitamins, herbs, and supplements, just because they are "natural" does not mean they won't have any side effects or interactions with other medications…
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