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Deficiencies in vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and omega-3 fatty acids are associated with a higher prevalence of mood disorders.17,21 For example, zinc and magnesium are involved in NMDA (N-methyl-D-aspartate) receptor signaling, while folate, vitamin B12, vitamin B6, and riboflavin are essential cofactors for the synthesis of neurotransmitters.13,17 Accumulating evidence highlights the importance of vitamin D in mental health, with the suggestion that it may act to reduce increased neuronal levels of Ca2+ driving the depression.25 In addition to dietary intake, the intestinal microbiota produce and facilitate the supply of a variety of vitamins including biotin
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