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I read all the reviews here before trying the Sam-e. And gave it a try because of Menopause mood issues. I wanted to try something natural. I tried lexepro and it was way too strong, even in the smallest amounts turned me into a zombie, with no emotions. I took all the advise given, in order to take Sam-e without stomach problems. I bought the right kind (eneric coated in individually sealed package). I took it on an empty stomach with a glass of water. And ate 1/2 hour to hour afterward. After a few days of taking Sam-e I got the worse stomach pain ever. I could barely move. I had to lay there and force myself to breath. The pain was so bad. I stopped taking Sam-e. It took about 4-5 days to feel better. It hurt every time I ate the smallest amount. As far as mood, I couldn't take it long enough to see a difference. A month later after more research, and found that MOST ALL Sam-e products are made with Mannitol, which is a sugar alcohol and this ingredient can cause stomach pain. So, I decided to try again. This time I bought the GNC eneric coated, individually sealed Sam-e. This brand has NO MANNITOL. I have been taking 200 mg for the past 15 days with no stomach problems. I drink it first thing in the morning on an empty stomach. I wash it down with LOTS of water, probably 24 oz, to make sure it goes way down. And then I eat breakfast 30 - 60 minutes later. AND I HAVE HAD NO PROBLEMS WITH STOMACH PAIN. After about 12 days, I began noticing a wonderful change in my mood. I wake up feeling good. And feel good throughout the day. I just overall feel so much better. So far, I haven't had any unwelcome side effects. Im sleeping well at night, no anxiety or ill effects. I dont drink Caffeine. Im very sensitive to stimulants, as it makes me feel nervous, it always has. Sam-e has not given me that type of feeling, at all. Hope this helps someone.