I need some serious advice, please?
A couple weeks ago I decided that I was too moody and irritable and had very low energy. I thought there might be something wrong with me hormonally. I went to the doctor and he took some blood tests and two weeks later told me I have b-12, vitamin d, and folic acid deficincies. He told me to take all those supplements, along with St John`s Wort. A friend of mine told me her doctor advised her against SJW because it counteracts birth control. So I asked the pharmacist and he said he wouldn`t take it if it were the last medication on earth. I told this to my doctor and he suggested Sam-E. I took one this morning and now I`m horribly nauseated. Does anyone have any suggestions? I asked him if he could write me a prescription for an antidepressant and he told me no. I don`t know what to do and I don`t want to feel this way anymore. It`s ruining my relationship and I feel like I`m yelling at my kids all the time. I can`t take it anymore.
October 26th, 2010 - 16:52
If you have a B-12 deficiency then your doctor should be giving you a B-12 injection at least 1 time per month and as far as the folic acid, increase your intake of citrus fruits and juices.
St. John’s Wort can have adverse effects when combined with other things so its not a very safe supplement.
Once your B-12 is improved (via the shot) you will feel way better.
October 26th, 2010 - 16:52
How much exercise do you get? I know it sounds boring and crappy but when I feel like that I go for a walk (or a bike ride) and after half an hour or so I feel better, and feel better in general not just that day. There are countless studies that link physical activity (preferably outdoors) with positive mood, in fact it’s better than most medications. With a little red meat as well you’ll clear those deficiencies and start feeling better soon.