Patients should be encouraged to consume a varied, nutrient-dense diet rich in: Iron found in red meat, poultry, fish, lentils, and fortified cereals Zinc present in shellfish, meat, seeds, and nuts Vitamin D obtained through sunlight exposure, oily fish, and fortified foods B vitamins , particularly B12 found in animal products and fortified alternatives For patients struggling to meet nutritional requirements through diet alone, a standard multivitamin supplement within recommended daily allowance (RDA) limits may be considered after discussion with a healthcare professional
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Potential for stronger effect: Because the bioavailability (the fraction of the administered dose that reaches circulation) can be higher via injection, the impact on sleep architecture (e.g., slow-wave sleep increases) may be more pronounced
Glycine is an inexpensive ingredient, so the addition typically does not significantly increase the cost of the compounded medication