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Functional Medicine Psychiatry – Getting to the Root Cause of Mental Illness

The Dr. Hyman Show

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The Role of Lithium in Mental Health

This chapter examines the critical role of lithium in human health, linking geographical lithium levels in tap water to mental health outcomes such as suicide and mental illness. It advocates for nutritional lithium supplementation, particularly for those with a family history of mental disorders, while contrasting it with prescription lithium's effects. Additionally, the chapter explores the significance of hair analysis in measuring lithium levels and the broader implications for treating psychiatric conditions and preventing cognitive decline.

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