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What are the best supplements for depression and anxiety?

Written by Amy Malec — Medically reviewed and edited by Tod Cooperman, M.D.

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Last Updated: 11/23/2022 Initially Posted: 05/02/2015

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A wide variety of natural supplements have shown some benefit in reducing depression and/or anxiety. Certain vitamin and mineral deficiencies can also cause depression.

Sign in to learn more how the following relate to depression and anxiety: Fish oil, CBD oil, probiotics, curcumin (from turmeric), saffron, 5-HTP, St. John's wort, SAMe, DHEA, Rhodiola rosea, folic acid, L-theanine, ashwagandha, N-acetyl cysteine (NAC), melatonin, valerian, kava, palmitoylethanolamide (PEA), apple cider vinegar, B vitamins, vitamin D, magnesium, and glucosamine.

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Kava Interactions With Medications

11/04/2022

A CL Member noted that kava (which some people take to treat anxiety) may interact with medications prescribed to treat anxiety. We have added information about this to our CL Answer about kava interactions with medications.

Also see our article about supplements to avoid when taking Valium or Xanax.

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