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Posted by Lao Tzu on February 25, 2010, at 17:29:59
I'm thinking that Alpha Lipoic Acid is a very useful supplement probably for many mental illnesses. The problem was that I was using too high of a dosage. I was taking 100mg for over a week and I started experiencing fatigue. So I stopped taking it for a few days, and today I took 50mg. It made a difference. I felt better in general. I find that it may improve some symptoms such as better socialization and in general, an improved sense of well-being. It is not a miracle, but I think that if it is used properly, it can help people with mental illness. I don't think you need very high dosages since it is a potent antioxidant. High dosages for a prolonged period of time could lead to side effects, but if you keep the dosage low, perhaps you could take it everyday, but my guess is that you would probably not need it everday. Taking breaks from it would probably be warranted. I think it is an interesting supplement with possibilities.
Posted by Lao Tzu on March 17, 2010, at 13:40:46
In reply to Schizophrenia and Alpha Lipoic Acid, posted by Lao Tzu on February 25, 2010, at 17:29:59
I now have my regimen of lipoic acid to 25mg every other day. It helps with mitochondrial energy, which is a problem for schizophrenics as it is for other disorders. It doesn't give me a ton of energy, but it does help. I definitely miss it if I break my routine. Vitamin B1 is also very good for people with low energy. It's best taken multiple times of the day to be effective.
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