Check out this video about Nutritional Supplements with Dr. Noshene Ranjbar, MD & Dr. Amelia Villagomez, MD
Many of the issues present in the conventional field are in supplements and the use of it. As discussed, data although small and underpowered has shown small but significant benefits. There are range of what can be helpful to patients it is up to the family of what they are looking for and the energy they want to invest in this type of treatment.
The use of nutraceuticals in youth is relatively high between the ages of 7-17 who have suffered in a form of mental health condition. Upon monitoring always check for calcium levels before starting with Vitamin D intake when looking at depression. More often an abnormal elevated calcium concentration in a patient with Vitamin D deficiency could be an underlying cause of hyperparathyroidism.
Unfortunately, there have not been any studies examining the effect of B12 in adolescent depression. L-theanine however, have had studies in kids particularly boys with ADHD showed significant improvement with sleep efficiency.
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