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Low-Dose Lithium Supplements
Lithium for Alzheimer's?
August 08, 2025
A recent study in mice suggests a possible role for a commonly available form of lithium in treating Alzheimer's disease, although more research is needed. For details, see our Low-Dose Lithium Supplements Review, which includes our Top Picks among lithium supplements.
Low-dose Lithium for Long COVID?
October 02, 2024
Did taking low-dose lithium improve symptoms of long COVID? Find out what a recent study showed in the What It Does section of our Low-Dose Lithium Review, which includes our Top Picks for low-dose lithium.
Lithium for Dementia?
September 02, 2022
Does low-dose lithium stabilize or improve cognitive function in people with Alzheimer’s or other forms of cognitive decline? Find out in the What It Does section of our Low-Dose Lithium Supplements Review.
Also see our CL Answer about supplements for brain function.
Do We Really Need More Lithium?
May 25, 2018
Studies have shown higher rates of mental illness and dementia in areas with the lowest levels of lithium in the water, suggesting that people supplement with lithium. However, a new study raises doubts about this. For details, see the What It Does section of the Low-Dose Lithium Supplements Review.
Does Lithium Prevent Dementia?
August 26, 2017
A new study found the risk of developing dementia to be significantly lower in areas with higher levels of lithium in the drinking water. This finding is consistent with a study that found low-dose lithium to stabilize patients with Alzheimer's disease. Details about these studies are in the "What It Does" section of the Low-Dose Supplements Review, which includes our Top Picks among low-dose lithium supplements.
