Our patients seeking a more integrative approach to psychiatry, could be treated using a combination of supplements, lifestyle changes, and other therapies. At Bridgepoint we seek to empower our patients with the knowledge needed to truly understand their treatment plan. Explore our micronutrient center to learn more about some of the most used supplements prescribed by our providers.
ZincZinc is one of many important micronutrients that contribute to mental and physical health.
Vitamin CAs a critical micronutrient, vitamin C provides numerous health benefits when proper levels are established in the body.
MagnesiumMagnesium is one of these many micronutrients that provide essential nutrition for proper body and cell function.
SeleniumSelenium provides vital support for DNA production, metabolizing thyroid hormones, and reproduction.
MethylcobalaminMethylcobalamin is affectionately known as the “energy vitamin” because it helps our bodies convert food into glucose.
Folinic AcidAlso known as calcium folinate, folinic acid is one form of vitamin B9 that occurs naturally in the foods we consume.
Gamma Aminobutyric AcidOne of the essential micronutrients required by our bodies is a naturally occurring amino acid called gamma aminobutyric acid (GABA).
MolybdenumMolybdenum is one of the essential trace minerals that provide critical support for human health.
N-acetyl CysteineN-acetyl cysteine (NAC) is a supplemental form of cysteine, an amino acid that metabolizes into glutathione.
Omega 3, 6 & 9 Fatty AcidsThe trio of Omega-3, Omega-6, and Omega-9 fatty acids provides critical nutrients to keep our bodies healthy.
5-HTP5-hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) is a chemical that is essential to our body’s production of serotonin, a separate chemical that helps the brain’s nerve cells process messages among one another.
Pyridoxal 5 PhosphatePyridoxal 5 phosphate functions as a coenzyme in approximately 160 different enzymatic reactions.
In addition to specific information about many of the micronutrients we recommend for select treatments, we’ve also provided additional information from a number of other great resources. The following articles represent research and other known information about the value and use of micronutrients in psychological and psychiatric treatment.
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