Episode 67: You Do Not Have a Prozac Deficiency

My guest this week is Suzanne F. Turner, MD of Vine Medical. In this episode, Dr. Turner and I discuss why the common treatments for depression are not always the needed treatments for depression. Depression can be rooted in SO many different health issues that are treatable which is why jumping straight to Prozac and other antidepressants is premature. We discuss treating depression with nutrition, hormone therapy, peptides, eliminating certain medications, addressing trauma, and so much more. This is not to say that antidepressants aren't needed at all. They can be helpful for some people however it is more important to treat the potential root causes of depression first, if more support is needed, then antidepressants can be warranted. Learn more about Dr. Turner at Vine Medical Associates here. BiOptimizers is launching their biggest sale of the entire year with a discount and bonus gifts. Visit www.magnesiumbreakthrough.com/bionat and use promo code BIONAT at checkout. Dr. Turner is a physician/teacher/speaker/urban farmer/salsero/powerlifter/wife/bonus mom/ and "Birdie" practicing human performance and longevity medicine in Atlanta, GA. She is a recognized expert in the field of cellular medicine and the use of peptides and hormones. She has served on the faculty of Emory University, A4M, SSRP, ACAM, and BioTE and has been a featured guest on many podcasts. Follow Suzanne F Turner, MD Website Instagram LinkedIn YouTube EPISODE TAKEAWAYS [02:47] What made Dr. Turner choose the topic of depression for this episode?.. [06:30] What are some of the causes that can drive depression?.. [10:30] Your gut microbiome and how it affects mood.. [14:30] Hormones and depression… [20:40] The underperforming thyroid and depression… [26:55] What do lyne, mold and CIRS have in common that causes depression?.. [32:00] PE 3228; the bpeptide for depression? What about using semax and selank?.. [40:05] Anti-aging therapies for depression such as liraglutide, semaglutide, CJC and ipamorelin… [43:00] How can spermidine and butyrate help with depression?.. [47:00] Is depression a lack of fuel? Can something like ketone esters help depression?.. [50:10] Molecular hydrogen, a miracle selective antioxidant… [52:23] Oxytocin for repairing hippocampal function… FOLLOW NAT Facebook Facebook Group Instagram Work with Nat: Book Your 20 MInute Optimization Consult LINKAGE https://vinemedical.com/ https://www.instagram.com/drsturner/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/dr-s/ YouTube.com/dr-s-cellular-medicine https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5868755/ https://academic.oup.com/edrv/article/41/2/121/5658523 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8457402/