Nutritional Lithium: A Cinderella Story: The Untold Tale of a Mineral That Transforms Lives and Heals the Brain

by James M. Greenblatt, Kayla Grossmann

In a nation plagued with chronic diseases such as cancer, heart disease, and diabetes, a different predator is the single greatest reason for disability in the United mental disorders.

Our fast-paced and frenetic lifestyle, coupled with a grossly polluted environment, has created the perfect breeding ground for mental instability. With the spread of brain disorders on the rise around the world, nutritional biochemistry and one of its stars, lithium, has stepped into the spotlight to offer proven methods to heal our bodies from the inside out.

Historically linked to severe psychiatric illness, lithium as an agent of good health and well-being is often ignored and brushed aside. Known as the Cinderella drug, it is an essential mineral in our physical and psychological makeup. Lack of its presence in the body can result in poor brain development, psychiatric symptoms, and so on. When administered in small, controlled doses, lithium can significantly improve the lives of those suffering from mental disorders.

Nutritional A Cinderella Story illustrates the significance of this precious mineral not only as a nutrient vital to human development, but also as a nutritional component that can help millions of people worldwide.

Genres: Health

237 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 16, 2016

About the author

A pioneer in the field of integrative medicine, James M. Greenblatt MD has treated patients with complex behavioral and mood disorders since 1990. After receiving his medical degree from George Washington University School of Medicine, Dr. Greenblatt completed his psychiatry residency at George Washington University Medical Center. Dr. Greenblatt went on to pursue a two year fellowship at John Hopkins University School of Medicine to become board certified in child and adolescent psychiatry where he also served as the Chief Resident. During the fellowship, Dr. Greenblatt received specialized training in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders that appear in childhood, such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), behavioral disorders, autism spectrum disorders, and complex mood and anxiety disorders.

Following the fellowship, Dr. Greenblatt noticed the current treatment model in psychiatry relied solely upon symptom-based recommendations for medication with little consideration for the biochemical individuality or the underlying biological mechanisms that may be contributing or causing symptoms. This prompted Dr. Greenblatt to develop an outpatient clinic, Comprehensive Psychiatric Resources, which provided patient-centered care for families with children struggling with ADHD and other behavioral disorders. Dr. Greenblatt was one of the very few physicians at that time who knew how to utilize nutritional interventions to help patients achieve relief from their symptoms. His work in the 1990’s was years ahead of his time, as the field of psychiatry had not yet understood how genetics, nutrition, and biochemistry played a role in an individual’s mental wellbeing. Dr. Greenblatt’s expertise in integrative medicine attracted patients from all across the world seeking consultations for complex mood, behavioral, and eating disorders.

Pioneers such as Dr. Greenblatt have contributed to the revolution of consumers seeking “personalized medicine”. The culture has since shifted and the fields of medicine and psychiatry are rapidly changing, as more physicians are acknowledging the accumulating research looking at nutritional interventions for psychiatric illness. The understanding of genetics, metabolism, and nutrition is now incorporated into mainstream medicine. Integrative medicine has eclipsed terms such as “alternative” medicine. For the last three decades, Dr. Greenblatt has devoted his career to educating his colleagues, clinicians, and patients how integrative medicine can have profound effects on mental wellness and how to employ balanced, integrative strategies in the treatment mental illness. Dr. Greenblatt has published multiple books: Answers to Anorexia (2011), The Breakthrough Depression Solution (2012), and Answers to Binge Eating (2014), Integrative Therapies for Depression: Redefining Models for Assessment, Treatment, and Prevention (2015), Nutritional Lithium: The Cinderella Story (2016), and The Breakthrough Depression Solution 2nd eds. (2016) sharing his clinical experience treating complex mood and eating disorders utilizing an integrative approach.

Dr. Greenblatt currently serves as the Chief Medical Officer at Walden Behavioral Care in Waltham, MA and serves as an Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at Tufts University School of Medicine and Dartmouth College Geisel School of Medicine.

Reviews

[Edmcdaniel · Rating 5 out of 5]

There are so many incredible biohacks out there and this is such a simple and necessary mineral that we are all deficient in. Reading this book reminded me so much of how I felt when I learned that iodine is necessary but not used for thyroid and human health. I was able to reverse my hashimotos using iodine, among doing other things.

I started this mineral asap and I’m excited to see the improvements in my physical and mental health.

This book is a perfect example of why we must never outsource our health and view staying healthy like a hobby. Nobody can do it for you.

[Karen M · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great read

I have been on SSRI’s for depression & anxiety for 35 years. They help but don’t take the problem away and cause nasty side effects. I’ve started Nutritional Lithium and am astounded by the effects. Clearer thinking, peace of mind, reduced overthinking, even what seemed to be CRS (can’t remember sh**) has gotten so much better. I’m just starting on this journey and plan to stay on it. My body was always so tense. No more. I am so encouraged and excited about life.

[Dan Lurie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Meticulously referenced. Fascinating read.

My one gripe is he doesn’t give much in the way of dosing guidelines. Still there are various recommendations online.

[Dan Lurie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Meticulously referenced. My only gripe is he doesn't really recommend a dosing schedule.