Getting through a broken heart is hard. Regardless of what the loss is, change can be challenging. During this time, it is important to take care of yourself.  Stress more than likely is a big factor at these times. Emotional and mental strain (wracking your brain to make sense of what is happening) is understandable. A healthy diet and exercise is a sure way to alleviate excess stress. But herbs and vitamins to supplement your diet can be helpful during troubled times.  Daily multi-vitamins are always recommended, regardless of crisis or not. Extra omega 3′s and flax are beneficial for mental clarity. An extra dose of vitamin C, not exceeding 1000mg a day will help boost immunity, which tends to suffer during high stress times. And feeling fatigued? Load up on your B’s to help maintain a level mood. 

Herbs are beneficial as well. Mood elevating St. Johns Wort is a wonderful antidote to depression, as well as 400mg of Sam-E (not suggested to take both during the same time and be careful about taking St. Johns Wort if you are on birth control and sexually active-it can negate your birth control). Two doses of vitamin D a day (400mg each) will also do wonders for your sorrows.  Can’t sleep with that racing mind? Melatonin, taken half an hour before bedtime, will ease you to slumber. Chamomile tea is great for bedtime as well. It is relaxing, decaffeinated, and natural.  Take this time to invest in yourself, and love yourself. Your body, mind, and spirit will thank you for it.

**Please consult with your physician prior to taking any vitamins or supplements.

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