Lithium in food may protect the brain

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Trace amounts of lithium found in food and water may offer neuroprotective benefits. Cereal grains, vegetables, nuts, and seeds are significant sources of dietary lithium. Drinking water also contributes, with levels varying geographically. While lithium is used in psychiatry, research is exploring its potential as a trace nutrient, with ongoing studies on safety and optimal intake levels.


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