Posted by janejane on January 12, 2010, at 9:25:31
Hi everyone.
I know that hypoglycemia can cause depression and anxiety in some people and am wondering what experiences people might have with this. I don't think it's the total cause of my depression, but think it may be contributing to it and possibly making it worse. I always wake up hungry and irritable and with ruminating thoughts and usually feel a little better (not totally) after I have a good breakfast. I also get really cranky if I don't eat every few hours.
Is it worthwhile getting tested for this? The test itself sounds like it would be very unpleasant. I have already cut down on sugar compared to what I used to eat, but I thought maybe I would try a hypoglycemic diet, though I think it would require a lot of willpower, which I'm not sure I have right now. I read it can take a few months to work, too. Is that true?
Do SSRIs and other ADs work if depression is caused by hypoglycemia?
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