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5HTP vs. Prozac for depression.
Posted on Tue, 24 Sep 13

5HTP vs. Prozac for depression.

In a new study the dietary supplement 5-hydroxy-tryptophan (5HTP) and fluoxetine (Prozac) showed significant and nearly equal reduction in depression within two weeks.

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Vitamin D improves anti-depressant drug response
Posted on Sat, 12 Jan 13

Vitamin D improves anti-depressant drug response

Adding vitamin D to standard anti-depressant medication has been shown to improve treatment response compared to medication alone.

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Which complementary medicines work for anxiety?
Posted on Thu, 1 Nov 12

Which complementary medicines work for anxiety?

A scientific review has revealed which complementary medicines have evidence for the treatment of anxiety.

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Herbs and natural supplements for anxiety
Posted on Tue, 16 Oct 12

Herbs and natural supplements for anxiety

A comprehensive review article of natural medicines for anxiety has highlighted some important benefits of herbal and nutritional treatments over drugs.

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Can drinking soft drink lead to suicide?
Posted on Sun, 16 Sep 12

Can drinking soft drink lead to suicide?

Sugar rots your teeth, and also your brain. A little talked about discovery is that drinking soft drink, or liquid sugar, is strongly associated with serious mental health problems such as depression and suicide.

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Mental distress linked to serious illness
Posted on Mon, 13 Aug 12

Mental distress linked to serious illness

Psychological distress has been linked to increased risk of death from illnesses such as heart disease and cancer, and the more distress the higher your risk.

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