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For many different reasons the senior population suffers from higher than normal states of depression. Recently a study revealed that the B vitamins B6 and B12 were associated with being protective against depression over time, in this vulnerable demographic.

Vitamins B6 and B12 are essential nutrients required in the synthesis of many neurotransmitters including serotonin, melatonin, epinephrine, norepinephrine, and GABA, which are brain chemicals that help modulate mood, our emotional state and sleep.

In our practice, we've found all age groups benefit from an increase in B Complex when affected by depression, OCD, SAD, etc.

Source: Longitudinal association of vitamin B-6, folate, and vitamin B-12 with depressive symptoms among older adults over time
 
 
Use of fish oil was shown to significantly decrease blood pressure in overweight adolescent boys. High blood pressure, imbalances in blood lipids and other markers of metabolic and cardiovascular disease can follow adolescents into adult hood potentially leading to more serious disease processes.

Source: Effects of Fish Oil Supplementation on Markers of the Metabolic Syndrome
 
 
Supplements which should be avoided prior to surgery (starting 5 days in advance of when surgery is to occur) include but may not be limited to:
Garlic
Mental Acquity Plus
OmegaGuard (Omega's, Fish oil, etc)
GLA
Lecithin
Vitamin E

Let your doctor know what you are using for supplements prior to surgery.

For additional information about Preparing for and Recovering from Surgery please listen to Dr. Bevacqua's audio Cd.
 
 
Optiflora Protocol (PDF)

Dr. Sandy often uses Optiflora under the tongue for certain clients. Find detailed instructions for what she often refers to as "Optiflora 1+1".
 
Herb-Lax 08/20/2009
 
Herb-Lax Instructions (PDF)

The dosage listed on the bottle is often too high for many, this is the method we use to help clients determine how much Herb-Lax is appropriate for them.