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Re: Depression
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Gerry, take it again next week and compare the results. Do I understand that possibly one or more of your medications may be contributing to depression? There are some medications which do. To most anyone else I would suggest taking St. John's Wort, but it is know to interfer with some medications, so if you should consider taking it, do so only under your doctor's supervision. To everyone: DO NOT take St. John's Wort if you are taking a prescription antidepressant; cyclosporine, a drug used to reduce the risk of organ transplant rejection; or Crixivan (indinavir), a protease inhibitor.But perhaps they have given you an antidepressant already. Having been there myself, I do feel for you. I'll see what else I can find that will be helpful to you and others who suffer from this malady. ------------------
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Re: Depression
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02/07/01 12:52 PM
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This all started after they started me on an HBP.
Seems like I never have any energy and no concentration or stamina.
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Re: Depression
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04/01/01 06:19 PM
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I cannot tell you what a blessing maritime is becomming to me! I knew I wasn't allone but now I know i'm not! I inherited depression from both parents. I have to be on meds, but diet and exercise do help. I also have found out that leaving chocolate,sugar,caffeine and spices such as cinnamon, and the ones that make punkin'pie tast sooooo good are mood altering. I found that drinking LOTS of water helps allought. And yes there are bible scripts that help. They can be found everywhere. I was pointed to the "Ministry of Healing" and 2 of my favorites are in the book"the discipline of trial, and training for lifes conflicts" The book is crammed full of biblical help! but that is just a start and to be used allong with not inplace of the Holy Scriptures. lisa
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Re: Depression
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04/01/01 08:43 PM
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I have found a jewel of a help for depression. KELP!  I am currently taking kelp alonside my antidepressant and it is doing wonders for my energy. Also, I have dropped about 20 pounds of fluid retention and am looking better than I have in the last four years. I get stopped by everyone who has known me and they tell me how amazed they are at the difference. I feel great! I take the kelp as a supplement in capsules 2-3 times a day, in veggie capsules. I can't recommend it highly enough. Wendy
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Re: Depression
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Natural Remedies To Avoid Depression This Winter Without Using Medical Drugs
by Tara Green
(NaturalNews) If you live in the upper reaches of the Northern Hemisphere, winter can often mean a seemingly interminable period of cold weather and short days. For many, the lack of sunshine, combined with life stress factors, can lead to depression.
Often people fail to recognize depression for what it is, treating it as a weakness or personality flaw rather than an illness. A "suck it up and get on with it" attitude often keeps people from labeling themselves as depressed, but this approach is counterproductive; failing to treat the disease only prolongs it.
Some of the signs of depression include: difficulty concentrating; persistent sadness or anxiety; inability to experience ordinary pleasure and enjoyment; irritability; change in appetite; ongoing fatigue and feelings of hopelessness. Learn how to cope with dark days naturally, without recourse to pharmaceutical anti-depressants which can cause serious side-effects ranging from nausea to reduced sex drive.
Vitamin D
A depression which recurs annually during the winter, as well as feelings of depression which deepen during this period, are related to lack of vitamin D, which is delivered in its most powerful form through sunshine. Vitamin D increases brain levels of serotonin, which has been called the "happiness hormone." Vitamin D also plays an important role in the body's production of dopamine, a mood-lifting transmitter. One excellent source of vitamin D is fermented cod liver oil; just one teaspoon a day delivers a potent dose of this vitamin. Dietary sources include salmon, sardines and mackerel as well as organ meats and eggs (choose organic sources for maximum health benefit, of course). You may also want to try a vitamin D supplement to ensure that you get your daily dose.
St. John's Wort
This plant has been used as a nerve tonic for centuries. Its name derives from the fact that its bright yellow flowers bloom around June 24, the day when the feast of St. John was celebrated in the medieval era, shortly after the summer solstice. Traditional herbalists have long held that a tincture made from this plant delivers some of the bright solar energy of that time of year. Recent medical research has confirmed its efficacy in treating anxiety as well as moderate depression.
Side-effects and precautions: St. John's wort should not be taken in combination with pharmaceutical anti-depressants. Some studies suggest it may interfere with oral contraceptives. St. John's Wort may increase the effect of sleeping medications and anesthetics. It may cause sensitivity to ultraviolet light. Also, for people suffering from bipolar disorder, taking this herbal remedy may increase mood swings.
Balanced Lifestyle
In addition to taking St. John's wort and vitamin D, take care that your lifestyle remains healthy and active throughout the winter months. Avoid eating too many "comfort foods" as many of these do not travel easily through the digestive tract, leaving the body constipated and with an overall sluggish feeling.
Try not to succumb to the temptation to hibernate through the winter; human bodies are not designed for months of stillness. You can try to develop a better relationship with cold weather by learning a winter sport such as cross-country or downhill skiing, ice-skating or hockey. Or commit to a regular program of indoor exercise, preferably something you enjoy enough that you won't find excuses to avoid it.
Also, take some time to perform emotional self-care. Express your feelings rather than suppressing them, whether by visiting a therapist, writing in a journal or talking with a trusted friend. Re-connect frequently with feelings of happiness, whether watching a funny movie or listening to music that lifts your spirit.
Often people believe they must either deny their emotions or end up drowning in their feelings. Learning to meditate can help provide a balanced path between those two extremes and enable you to feel that you are not at the mercy of your emotions.
Sources:
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/...
http://www.mind.org.uk/help/medical...
http://www.herbcompanion.com/Health...
http://www.naturalnews.com/031273_v...
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Re: Depression
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09/24/13 12:06 AM
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Turmeric may be more effective than common anti-depressant drugs at treating depression
by Antonia
(NaturalNews) A study published recently in Phytotherapy Research indicates that the active ingredient in turmeric, curcumin, has potential anti-depressant effects. This isn't the first study to suggest that turmeric may play a role in elevating our moods, but it is the first randomized controlled clinical trial of its kind.
"Researchers with the Department of Pharmacology of Government Medical College in Bhavnagar, Gujarat, India compared the effects of turmeric and Prozac (fluoxetine), both used together and individually, in 60 patients diagnosed with major depressive disorder (MDD)."
The "suicidal" side effects of Prozac use
More than just a potential replacement for Prozac because of its efficacy, turmeric does not cause "suicidal ideation or other psychotic disorders" which is a documented frightening side effect from taking Prozac.
Further potential health benefits of turmeric
Turmeric has also shown promise in the following areas according to some research papers: treatment of inflammatory conditions, diabetes, cancer, weight loss assistance, and slashing heart disease risk. It has been used topically for healing wounds and combating acne, and also as a natural painkiller.
For a raw food treat, sprinkle turmeric on dehydrated kale chips. Also, try adding it to freshly juiced greens or vegetables to get it directly into the bloodstream. Including it in salads can spice up the flavor and add some much needed super food nutrition.
Try this turmeric cocktail juice:
1 piece of turmeric root (or 1-2 tsp of ground turmeric powder)
1 whole cucumber
2 stalks celery
1 inch of ginger root
1 peeled lemon
Sources for this article include:
science.naturalnews.com
science.naturalnews.com
www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
realnews24.com
naturalsociety.com
www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
Suzanne
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Re: Depression
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06/26/14 05:49 PM
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Eating Baked Goods Regularly Can Lead To Depression - Study
by S. D. Wells
(NaturalNews) Before you begin your journey into discovering for yourself why baked goods cause depression, you should pre-empt that knowledge with a basic understanding of where depression usually finds its roots, and then dig them up. This will prevent them from "growing back" later. After this, you should scrub the list of ingredients in your baked goods you consume regularly against the research uncovered here.
Depression is defined as the act of lowering something or pressing something down. It's also defined as feelings of inadequacy. Also, it is defined as lack of energy, a slump, a decline. Are you in a slump or a decline? Is your child at a standstill? Are your elderly parents suffering from economic depression? Scrub the ingredients in your baked goods against recent research. Could the ingredients in your baked goods be "pressing you down?" Consider this.
Anxiety is defined as the desire to do something, typically accompanied by unease. It is described in dictionaries as a feeling of unease, typically about an imminent event or something with an uncertain outcome. This sounds like every moment of every day for every one. "She felt a surge of anxiety." Are your baked goods giving you feelings of anxiety and apprehension? Are you agitated or tense after you gorge on some cheap brownies and "refined" chocolate chip cookies? What bag of fries or wings is lurking in your freezer, waiting to get baked? Are you feeling uneasy about everything all of the time lately?
A study published in the Journal Public Health Nutrition revealed that eating baked goods regularly can lead to depression. Researchers from the University of Las Palmas and the University of Granada in Spain found that people who consumed the most baked goods were 37 percent more likely to "become depressed" over a six-year period. This Spanish research team revealed what they termed a "dose-response relationship" between baked goods and depression. Just what baked goods are they talking about? Fast food. Boxed brownie and cookie mixes. Pre-made desserts. Donuts. Coffee Cakes. Croissants. Frozen pizzas. The list goes on forever. (http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21835082)
Here's a quote from the lead researcher: "The intake of this type of food should be controlled because of its implications on both health (obesity, cardiovascular diseases) and mental well-being."
Are you eating depression?
One of the oldest sayings ever, "You are what you eat," could be the answer and cure for what most psychiatrists diagnose as depression, disorder or even disease. The DSM-V (the latest psychology diagnosis manual) categorizes nearly every human emotion as a disorder. But anyone who regularly consumes GMO, fast food, gluten, aspartame, monosodium glutamate, sucralose, sorbitol and conventional meat and dairy knows what depression feels like.
Animals that are raised for slaughter in confined feeding operations and given artificial growth hormones, antibiotics and GMO corn and GMO alfalfa and GMO soy as food are suffering extreme depression, and their cancer cells are transferred to the humans that eat them. Add in the chaotic food disturbance of biotechnology where insect DNA and chemical insectides and herbicides are infused into the seeds of crops that are processed into baked goods and what have you got? Your central nervous system could be in a constant frenzy because you regularly consume aspartame, gluten and corn by-products. (http://www.cafothebook.org/thebook_myths_3.htm)
Baked Good Syndrome
Are you suffering from BGS - Baked Goods Syndrome? There are treatments available, like cutting out baked goods. Begin your organic juicing and organic smoothie regimen and "ritual," and you will feel the difference right away! Get off the junk food. Buy organic maple syrup and some coconut oil with dark organic chocolate and be creative with your own "goodies." Consult your local naturopath. And remember, whenever possible, buy from local farms and support growers of sustainable food. Avoid all things processed and GMO. Let's put an end, once and for all, to that "baked in" depression.
Sources for this article include:
http://www.foodnavigator.com
http://labs.naturalnews.com/Video-Whole-Foods-Poison-in-Proteins.html
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21835082
http://www.eatdrinkpolitics.com
http://www.naturalnews.com
http://heavymetals.naturalnews.com/
http://blog.ecoagriculture.org
http://hbr.org/2013/03/making-sustainability-profitable/ar/1
http://www.naturalnews.com
http://www.naturalnews.com
http://www.cafothebook.org/thebook_myths_3.htm
Suzanne
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Re: Depression
[Re: Suzanne]
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06/09/15 11:35 PM
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More info on Turmeric and depression:
Turmeric treats depression without side effects
by Sandeep Godiyal
(NaturalNews) Depressive disorders affect millions of Americans every year. They can damage family relationships, affect job or school performance and be a risk factors for physical health problems as well. There are many prescription drugs available nowadays, and while they are certainly an improvement over first-generation antidepressants, they still carry with them an array of side effects that many people would like to avoid.
There are, however, natural options to help treat depression, especially if it is mild to moderate in nature. A balanced diet, rest, regular exercise and stress management can all help this condition. And, increasingly, researchers are finding that depression is also responsive to treatment with natural supplements like curcumin, the active ingredient in turmeric.
New landmark study
A landmark study on curcumin and its effects on depression, however, could spell new hope and an increased quality of life for those suffering from this disorder. The new breakthrough research concluded that curcumin was as effective as Prozac in treating depressive disorders but lacked any serious side effects and was well-tolerated by patients across the board. This could deal quite a blow to the pharmaceutical industry, which makes a whopping $12 billion annually from the sale of antidepressants which carry undesirable side effects and which, for many patients, simply do not work.
This study holds weight because it was randomized and controlled, and it also offers hope that natural therapies will be a viable option for this disorder. Researchers believe that the effectiveness of curcumin stems from the fact that it can inhibit monoamine oxidase, an enzyme which is linked to depression if found in the brain in high levels. It can also help, at the same time, to raise the levels of serotonin and dopamine in the brain, which can lead to feelings of calm and well-being. The combination of this is a potent one and people in this study reported, with regular use of curcumin, significant reduction in their emotional symptoms.
Effective relief without side effects
The ability of this deep-gold spice, so common in Indian curries and other dishes, to curb depression and act upon dopamine and serotonin levels truly does seem to be able to treat the symptoms of depressive disorders naturally and effectively.
One of the best things about curcumin is that, to date, it has shown no negative side effects. Unfortunately, the same cannot be said of prescription antidepressants which can bring with them issues like sleep disturbances, an increase in anxiety and even serious problems like schizophrenic behavior. It is no wonder, with problems like this, why more patients are seeking natural relief.
So, if some form of depressive disorder is a problem, then consult with a naturopath or herbalist and discuss the possibility of using turmeric or curcumin supplementation to help treat this condition. This study certainly shows that there are natural alternatives available for those who wish to treat their depression without suffering from the side effects of mainstream prescription drugs.
Sources:
http://www.turmericforhealth.com
http://www.organiclifestylemagazine.com/how-...
http://www.naturalnews.com
http://www.lef.org
truthwiki.org/Turmeric
Suzanne
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Re: Depression
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06/11/15 08:58 PM
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Add a teaspoon of Turmeric to your hot drink makes a healthy beverage.
"Here is a last piece of advice. If you believe in goodness and if you value the approval of God, fix your minds on the things which are holy and right and pure and beautiful and good. Model your conduct on what you have learned from me, on what I have told you and shown you, and you will find the God of peace will be with you."
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Re: Depression
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07/02/15 06:49 PM
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Is America Addicted To Antidepressants?
by Bri Jackson
(NaturalNews) In a recent appearance on The Dr. Oz Show, Dr. Sue Varma discussed overuse of antidepressants, also referred to as the "new drug moms are hooked on," and "mommy's little helper" because of their growing prevalence for use by mothers and women in general. During the show, one mother stated that taking antidepressants has made her a more functional person and a better mom, while another said that antidepressants took away the highs and lows of life and turned her into a zombie. Neither woman underwent a psychiatric evaluation or comprehensive health screening to check for underlying causes prior to being prescribed antidepressants by their primary care physicians (PCPs).
Antidepressants are currently the third most commonly prescribed drug in America, and women are two times more likely to take them than men. However, this trend is not limited to antidepressants. CBS News reported that women and the elderly are more likely to be prescribed medication during a doctor's visit than any other population.
The concern is that 50% of all patients who are prescribed antidepressants do not have a mental illness and have never had an appropriate mental or physical health evaluation to determine the cause of their symptoms. Misdiagnosis and inadequate evaluation has contributed to a 400% increase in antidepressant prescriptions over the past 20 years. Even more alarming is that, out of 500 million prescriptions written each year, only 13% are prescribed by psychiatrists, leaving the majority (59%) to primary care doctors and other practitioners (18%).
Varma explained that the average mental health evaluation lasts at least 90 minutes with watchful monitoring should treatment ensue and that antidepressants should be considered a small portion in the toolkit for mental health. This same amount of care is not taken in the few minutes patients will have to discuss mental health during a visit to their primary care doctor. Very rarely do patients undergo the type of physical screening that would be needed to eliminate other possible causes of depression with their PCPs. Often, patients are experiencing symptoms of depression as a side effect of another health issue, and because doctors are hasty to prescribe antidepressants, the underlying cause may go unfound and continue to wreak havoc in the body. Hypothyroidism, chronic dehydration, copper toxicity, B12 deficiency and other nutritional deficiencies are just a few health issues that may cause symptoms of depression to manifest.
Do antidepressants provide a plausible solution?
Varma noted that antidepressants may be effective in some cases, but that exercise, social support, talk therapy and other methods are just as effective as, if not more than, medications in the treatment of mild to moderate depression. Furthermore, discussions about coping skills and other treatment approaches should be considered because antidepressants often lose their effectiveness over time in what has been coined the "poop out effect" or tachyphylaxis. This effect alludes to the fact that antidepressants do not provide a true solution to the problem they are meant to solve.
According to author Dana Ullman, "meta-analysis of antidepressant medications found only modest benefits over placebo treatment in published research, but when unpublished trial data is included, the benefit falls below accepted criteria for clinical significance. ... These researchers did find benefits from the use of antidepressants in the treatment of severe depression, but because the majority of people taking antidepressants today do not have 'severe depression,' it is prudent for many people with depression to talk to their doctors about safer and more effective alternatives." The first step is to undergo an adequate evaluation to determine if you are dealing with depression or another health issue.
Sources:
http://www.doctoroz.com
http://www.naturalnews.com
http://www.healthyplace.com
http://www.cbsnews.com
http://science.naturalnews.com
Suzanne
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