Depression
For when it’s beyond a bad day: Learn
more about symptoms and what you can do to overcome depression.
According to research or other evidence, the following self-care steps
may be helpful.
- Get active Exercise that increases your heart rate at least three hours a week (or 30 minutes a day) may help boost your body’s natural mood-enhancers (endorphins).
- Get enough iron A lack of iron can make depression worse; check with a doctor to find out if you are iron deficient.
- Check out St. John’s wort Take 600 to 1,200 mg a day of a standardized herbal extract containing of 0.3% hypericin to help with mild to moderate depression—but talk to your doctor first as St. John's wort can interact with certain medications.
- Try B vitamins Take a supplement that contains folic acid and vitamins B12 and B6 to help correct deficiencies associated with depression.
- Seek counseling A mental health professional may help you make a full recovery.
These
recommendations are not comprehensive and are not intended to replace
the advice of your doctor or pharmacist. Continue reading for more
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