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The "Benzodiazepine Wars": Risks, Benefits, and the Future of Anxiety Treatment

Prescription-Strength Nutritional Products for Mood and Brain Health

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Prescription-strength nutritional supplements are increasingly discussed in psychiatric practice. Some patients ask about prescription products based on vitamins or nutraceuticals. Two that sometimes come up in psychiatry are Deplin…

Understanding Methylfolate: Genetic Connection and Clinical Insights

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In the ever-evolving landscape of mental health treatments, let's shine the spotlight on methylfolate, a form of folate (or folic acid, also known as vitamin B9), in the fight against depression. Folate, a vital nutrient for neurotransmitter…

Supplements with Antianxiety Effects

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Many people are interested in using herbs and vitamins, collectively called nutraceuticals, either alone or with therapy or medication to feel more in control of their treatment. Nutraceuticals are supplements derived from food sources…

What’s Your Caffeine IQ?

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Caffeine Facts For most people, moderate caffeine (200 – 300 mg, or about 2-3 cups of coffee a day) aren’t harmful. But heavy caffeine use (more than 500 mg) can cause insomnia, nervousness, restlessness, irritability, nausea…

Lavender Oil for Anxiety and Sleep: The Science Behind Linalool, Silexan, and CalmAid

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Lavender: The Plant with Surprising Effects Lavender was first used in ancient Egypt and Greece as a fragrance, and it has been used for its healing properties since the days of the Roman Empire. This knowledge was furthered by the Arabs and…

Prescription-Strength Nutritional Products for Mood and Brain Health

Understanding Methylfolate: Genetic Connection and Clinical Insights

Supplements with Antianxiety Effects

What’s Your Caffeine IQ?

Lavender Oil for Anxiety and Sleep: The Science Behind Linalool, Silexan, and CalmAid

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