Vitamin deficiencies can cause a wide range of symptoms that affect your entire well-being, from chronic fatigue and poor sleep to mood changes and difficulty concentrating. Chrissy McLaughlin, PMHNP-BC, at Silver Lining Psychiatry and Wellness in Chandler, Arizona, uses comprehensive lab testing to identify nutrient gaps that may impact your physical and mental health. She then develops a personalized supplementation plan to restore optimal levels and support your body’s natural functions. Text or book online to learn what nutrients your body needs to feel its best.
Vitamin optimization involves testing your blood levels of specific vitamins and minerals and then correcting any deficiencies through targeted supplementation. Many people assume they get enough nutrients from food, but factors like stress, medications, and digestive issues can create gaps that affect how you feel.
Your brain uses more nutrients than any other organ in your body. When you’re deficient in key vitamins, it can show up as depression, anxiety, brain fog, or low energy before you notice any physical symptoms.
Chrissy focuses on vitamins and minerals that directly impact your physical and mental health, such as:
She also tests for other nutrients based on your specific symptoms and health history.
At Silver Lining Psychiatry and Wellness, vitamin optimization starts with comprehensive lab testing to see exactly where your levels stand.
Chrissy reviews your symptoms, diet, lifestyle, and medical history to determine which nutrients to test.
Blood work reveals your current vitamin and mineral levels compared to optimal ranges for mental health.
Based on your results, Chrissy recommends specific supplements at the right doses for your needs.
She retests your levels after a few months to ensure the supplements are working and adjusts doses as needed.
Chrissy also recommends foods that can help maintain your vitamin levels long-term.
Optimizing your vitamin levels often improves energy, mood, and mental clarity within weeks. When your brain has the nutrients it needs, other mental health treatments tend to work better, too.
Contact Silver Lining Psychiatry and Wellness to learn how vitamin optimization can support your mental health. Text or schedule your appointment online today.