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Sensei

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This probably sounds outright ridiculous, but it works for me, so maybe it could work for others too. It doesn't hurt to share, in any case.

Some weeks ago, I was seriously sleep deprived but needed to partake in an activity which required that I was energized and focused. I tried something I've used in the past, a simple dextrose supplement intended to be used during exercise and training. As expected, I got the energy and focus I needed. What surprised me, not to say shocked me, was that it also lifted my mood dramatically and supressed all anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts.

I've taken this dextrose supplement more or less on a daily basis since then, although not exactly systematically. I can say with certainty now that it lifts my mood and that it's not placebo. It's by no means a miracle cure, but it definitely lessens and sometimes even neutralizes my anxiety, depression, and suicidality. I haven't developed any kind of tolerance and I can't see how you could on something perfectly natural and common like this.

I take something called Dextro Energy, which contains 89 % pure dextrose and, as far as I can tell, no artificial ingredients. It's available in Germany, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, and Scandinavia and is quite cheap at around one Euro a pack. It's also available on major online marketplaces and can be bought in large packs. I assume that any form of pure dextrose will do, e.g. dextrose powder for body builders, which also is available on major online marketplaces. These products are very cheap, so it won't cost you much if you want to try it out.

A caveat: If you decide to try this, remember that dextrose is a kind of sugar. Taking too much table sugar can lead to weight gain, diabetes, and heart disease, and it can actually also worsen depressions. I'm no nutritional expert, so I dare not say how dextrose compares to table sugar. So, if you want to give this a shot, I suggest you use it in moderation.
 
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Myforevercharlie

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I know that stuff, took it in school, and it costs nothing. How much did you take in a day?
 
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Myforevercharlie

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Im going to try it!
 
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Yomyom

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If it's based on sugar the effects must be temporary.

The only supplement I used was lipo 6, it usually very good for diet, but with my mental illness the results was no good
 
Sensei

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If it's based on sugar the effects must be temporary.

Yes. As I said, it's no miracle cure. It just keeps me afloat. But then again, the same goes for prescribed medicines.

The only supplement I used was lipo 6, it usually very good for diet, but with my mental illness the results was no good

I stay away from dietary supplements. I use ephedra occasionally, but only as a stimulant. I'm mentally ill as well, and that's why I dabble in self-medication.
 
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gnomeboy17

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Gonna buy some now! Maybe a stupid question but what Flavour do you prefer?
 
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Quarky00

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So you basically ate sugar , and wonder why mood/energy is up :blarg:

(not disparaging:)
 
Sensei

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Gonna buy some now! Maybe a stupid question but what Flavour do you prefer?

@justanotherhuman6, I think all of them taste good, but my favorite is cola.

So you basically ate sugar , and wonder why mood/energy is up :blarg:

(not disparaging:)

@Quarky00, candy doesn't lift my mood at all, so I'm not sure it's that simple. But to be honest, I don't care as long as it works and makes me less depressed and suicidal.
 
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@Sensei do you know what "classic" flavour is?
 
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Sensei

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@Sensei do you know what "classic" flavour is?

Yes, it was the, if I recall correctly, only flavour when it was introduced. It's more neutral than the other flavours, but not bland. For the record, I haven't tasted all the flavours and I'm no expert, I just eat the stuff because it makes me feel better. :blarg:
 
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