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How can i naturally raise my serotonin levels i have mild anxiety my dr gave me a antidepressant but want to try a natural aproach first?

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Serotonin: I'm sure your doc is skilled and offers a good way to go. Alternatively, you can get your neurotransmitters measured via a lab test by neuroscience lab (urine sample). Then targeted Amino Acid therapy (supplement formulas) can be used as suggested by your results.

Answered 6/24/2014

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