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Re: Bipolar success stories?

Posted by GabaGirl on March 28, 2004, at 16:36:45

In reply to Re: Bipolar success stories? « jack9999, posted by Dr. Bob on March 12, 2004, at 2:34:07

Hey:

I'm diagnosed with bipolar as of many years ago now. Not sure if I am a "success" story or not, but am taking a high quality fish oil supplement after trying some cheapo brands. It does seem to make a noticeable difference, but I am still staying on my meds, Neurontin -- gabapentin -- and Zyprexa -- olanzapine -- while augmenting them with it and now inositol and magnesium.

I just started taking about 8 grams of inositol per day for depression -- the state I've been in most recently for several months -- and it is helping though must be cautious since it can at as low as 3 grams per day contribute to hypomania in some people.

Bipolar is such a balancing act! Can't just add antidepressant meds or alt therapies for depression without being wary of inducing hypomania. I must still take the mood regulating meds for now certainly.

But the fish oil has been very helpful, though subtle I think, in its benefits. High quality stuff makes a BIG difference I've found. I'm trying Carlson's Finest now at 800mg EPA per teaspoon, and taking about a tablespoon per day to start. It's lemony and not fishy at all. If it did not sit well with me I was going to try Nordic Naturals highest EPA capsules, but this is more cost effective and seems to make a big difference if you can tolerate drinking fish oil straight. I found I could, plus you can make salad dressing out of it. Cool! Haven't tried that yet, but am thinking about it...

Best,

GABAgirl


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