Can Nutrition Be a Factor in Bipolar Disorder? – LE Blog

Bipolar disorder, formerly known as manic depression, is a psychiatric disorder characterized by¹ episodes of energy and elation lasting a week or more followed by a period of depression. Treatment is based on medications that include the mineral lithium, which has been a lifesaver for many patients. Little is known concerning the benefit of alternative therapies. Nevertheless, in a survey of 435 patients, 50% reported the use of herbs or vitamins.

Vitamins B and C

A report published in 1978 documented a positive effect for pyridoxine (vitamin B6) in a study that included 17 patients with bipolar disorder.² The vitamin is a …read more