Supplements Can Lessen Depression in Nursing Homes
Depression is a common condition in our society as a whole. There are however certain segments of our population that are more likely to suffer from depression than others. In todays blog, Ill highlight a recent study that indicates that a simple nutritional-supplement may help to lessen depressive symptoms in older people living in nursing homes. But, as is often the case, we may be able to apply these findings to other segments of society that arent in residential homes as well. Whats the scoop on this study? Its estimated that about one-third of nursing home residents suffer from depression. This not only impacts their quality-of-life but it likely affects their overall health status. There is some evidence that indicates that certain nutrients (like vitamin C, selenium and folic acid) may play a role in depressive symptoms in other age-groups. So, the researchers of this study set out to find if supplementing with these three nutrients could help to improve the mood of these dep...