Lithium Orotate & Lithium Carbonate | Joy Lab Podcast [ep. 127]

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In this episode of the Joy Lab podcast, hosts Dr. Henry Emmons and Dr. Aimee Prasek talk about lithium orotate, a compound different from the commonly prescribed lithium carbonate used for bipolar disorder. They explore its potential advantages including better brain absorption and fewer side effects at lower doses, while also clarifying that although it should not replace prescribed medications, it may have valuable uses. The conversation also covers how lithium orotate may have a role in clinical practice for mood disorders and depression with a genetic component. The historical context of lithium's use and the repercussions of its bad PR in the past are also noted, alongside emerging research on its possible preventive role for conditions like Alzheimer's.
Key moments:
00:00 Introduction to the Joy Lab Podcast
00:39 Unveiling the Topic: Lithium Orotate
00:57 Understanding the Different Types of Lithium
01:42 The Benefits and Precautions of Lithium Orotate
01:56 Exploring the Nature and Uses of Lithium
03:25 Lithium Orotate in Clinical Practice
09:32 The History and Perception of Lithium
14:12 Lithium's Role in Brain Detoxification and Prevention
16:31 Closing Thoughts and Future Prospects
17:45 Outro and Disclaimer
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[@jaketrat3725]

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[@JTECreates]

Thank you!

[@NaturalMentalHealth]

Absolutely!

[@Eyologist1]

I'd tend to stay with pure hi-raw natural organic basically veggy diet taken on a steady basis for both regular nutrition and purification. Had to write a book about this called, The GREAT Liquid Diet. That said, thank you for this information. Hadn't thought of the orotate version of lithium in this context.

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[@davidprush]

Henry's audio is horrible. Unlistenable in headphones.

[@martinlutherkingjr.5582]

Switch your audio output to mono and it’s much better

[@jaketrat3725]

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