Robin Williams Suicide and Depression
Robin Williams suicide on Aug 11, 2014 was said to be caused by depression. His death points out a flaw in dealing with depression and suicide in our society, as many types of depression are caused by vitamin deficiencies. Depression can be treated with foods and supplements.
Biotin
Biotin is one of the B vitamins and can be used to treat depression. This water soluble vitamin is needed by every nerve cell in the body. Having healthy nerve cells leads to better stress management, and a reduction in pain and depression.
Lithium
Lithium can be taken in small doses to help with depression as well. Five to twenty microgram of lithium is also used as an anti-aging treatment, according to Dr. Jonathan Wright of the Tahoma Clinic. Lithium is a naturally occurring element.
Zinc
Zinc is another common element in the periodic table that is known to have an effect on the brain and can be used to treat depression. The balance between zinc and copper in the blood has been researched by Dr. William Walsh of the Walsh Institute. Blood tests are available that can identify this imbalance. Treatment by adding zinc to the diet can reduce symptoms of depression and suicidal tendencies.
B12
Vitamin B12 deficiency leads to depression. Because vitamin B12 is only available in animal products, it is especially important for vegetarians to supplement with B12. It is also not easy to absorb in the stomach, so subligual or injectable vitamin B12 is recommended.
Robin Williams suicide and the depression that led up to it might have been treated with nutrition and vitamin supplementation if more people knew about the benefits of nutrients on brain chemistry.
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