Non-pharmaceutical therapies that have been found to be beneficial for depression:

• Exercise and movement
• Counseling, positive psychology
• St. John’s Wort 300 mg TID or 450 mg BID
• SAMe 200 mg BID, Titrate up to 800 mg BID
• Omega-3 Essential fatty acids with an EPA:DHA ratio of 7:1
• Regular exposure to sunlight

Preventing a Recurrence/Promoting Vitality:

• Maintain exercise and movement as a regular aspect of one’s lifestyle
• Eat foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids (cold-water fish, vegetables, nuts, ground flax seed)
• Eat multi-colored whole foods
• Eat foods rich in B-vitamins (nuts, seeds, vegetables, brewer’s yeast)
• Learn to recognize emotions, where they come from and how to change perceptions towards more positive feelings
• Learn journaling, mindfulness meditation, loving-kindness meditation, the process of forgiveness

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Disclaimer: This information is for general education. Please work with your health care practitioner to use it in the best way possible to promote your health and happiness.