10 Natural Antidepressants
Antidepressant #6: Vitamin D
Vitamin D is an essential fat-soluble nutrient that is beneficial to the immune system, helps cell growth, and maintains strong bones. Vitamin D can be absorbed through sun exposure. Other sources include dietary supplements and specific foods. When there is insufficient vitamin D, it can lead to osteopenia, osteomalacia, osteoarthritis, cancer, heart disease, and rickets (children).
Researchers have found a link between depression and vitamin D. They observed that those with depression also had low levels of vitamin D. Another study found that areas of the brain associated with depression also contained vitamin D receptors. Sun exposure and foods such as mackerel and salmon are important sources of vitamin D.
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