As Sigmund Freud pointed out in a 1917 essay titled "Mourning and Melancholia" "...after a lapse of time it (grief) will be overcome, and we look upon any interference with it as inadvisable or even harmful." But until grief is overcome, it's critical that we do whatever we can to limit the long-term impact of grief. Granted, this advice may be better directed to family, friends and co-workers of those who are experiencing grief. So, if someone you care about is grieving, rest assured that you can help. In terms of specific nutrients, those experiencing grief will benefit from any source that provides high levels of B vitamins - which can be helpful in times of depression and stress, but are also often depleted during those times. In addition to supplements, good dietary sources of vitamin B are: tuna, salmon, avocados, bananas, mangoes, potatoes, broccoli, cauliflower, poultry and meat. A grieving person may also benefit from additional magnesium in their diet, available through whole grains, nuts and leafy green vegetables. And to help them manage the psychological impact, there are common herbs like valerian root, chamomile, black cohosh, rosemary, and St. John's wort that can help control the emotional roller coaster. There's no cure for grief, obviously, but there are ways to address, and even avoid, its physical side effects, until the moment comes when we turn the corner and are ready to embrace life again. This article thanks to Health Sciences Institute e-Alert. To learn more about the Health Sciences Institute, call (508) 368-7494 or http://www.agora-inc.com/reports/HSI/WHSIC313 Remember we are NOT Doctors and have NO medical training. This site is like an Encylopedia - there are many pages, many links on many topics. Support our work with any size DONATION - see left side of any page - for how to donate. You can help raise awareness of CAM.