Depression may indicate a deficiency of the following vital nutrients (micronutrients).
- Vitamins B3 (niacin) and B6 (pyridoxine) and C.
- Mineral calcium and the trace element zinc
Within the framework of micronutrient medicine (vital substances), the following vital substances (macro- and micronutrients) are used for the prevention (prevention) of depression.
- Folic acid
- Omega-3 fatty acids docosahexaenoic acid and eicosapentaenoic acid.
In the context of micronutrient medicine (vital substances), the following vital substances (macro- and micro-nutrients) are used for supportive therapy of depression.
- Omega-3 fatty acids docosahexaenoic acid and eicosapentaenoic acid.
- S-adenosyl-L-methionine (SAMe)