VITAMINS

Vitamin E may prevent tardive dyskinesia, treat neurological disorders, diabetes, premenstrual syndrome, enhances immune system and protects against the effects of free radicals

Vitamin B1 (thiamine) can prevent Wernicke encephalopathy

Vitamin B has roles in cell metabolism

Vitamin D helps to maintain strong bones and aids in calcium absorption.

Vitamin C is involved in the repair of tissue and the enzymatic production of certain neurotransmitters.

Vitamin B12 can cause dementia symptoms when low.

Melatonin: used for insomnia

SAM-e: used for depression, osteoarthritis, and liver disease

Omega-3 fatty acids: used for ADHD, dyslexia, and cognitive impairment

Thiamine is often deficient in alcoholics and can cause Wernicke encephalopathy if they attempt to metabolize food. Can cause dry peeling skin, confusion, numbness, tingling of the extremities, and thick reddened tongue (Wernicke-Korasakoff syndrome).

Hyperthyroidism can also cause Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome due to a lack of thiamine.