Herbal remedies for depression and its symptoms

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Depression is a very real and treated the disease. Depressive disorders are not the same as a passing blue mood. Depression is very common and affects as many as one in eight young men, in their years. Depression is generally situational and reactive, and associated with pain, loss, or a major social transition. Sadness is a part of being human, a natural reaction to painful circumstances.

All of us will experience sadness at some point in our lives. Depression, however, is a physical illness with many more symptoms than an unhappy mood. Depression affects people of every color, race, economic status or age, however, seems to affect more women than men during adolescence and adulthood. It is usually started aged 15 and 30. It is more common in women. Women can also get postpartum depression after the birth of a child. Some people get seasonal affective in winter disorder. Depression is one part of bipolar disorder. Depressive disorders come in many forms, as is the case with other illnesses such as heart disease. This pamphlet briefly describes three of the most common types of depressive disorders. However, within these types there are variations in the number of symptoms, their severity, and persistence.

Five major types of anxiety disorders are:
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Panic Disorder
Social Phobia (or Social Anxiety Disorder)
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Generalized Anxiety Disorder

The Link between Anxiety and Depression

Anxiety and depression are dangerous mental illnesses. Unfortunately, they can also go hand-in-hand, making everyday life very difficult for the person who is suffering. Fortunately, if the conditions are recognized and proper help is obtained, they can be overcome successfully.

Ayurvedic herbal remedies for depression tips:

? Add some fresh Rose petals to a cup of boiling water. Add sugar and drink, often depressed.
? An Apple eaten with milk and honey is great to lift the mood. Home best remedy for depression.
? Powder seeds 2 green cardamoms. Add 1 cup boiling water, add sugar and drink this tea twice a day.
? A neutral immersion bath for one hour daily is also useful to treat depression.
? Relaxation and meditation are also effective measures to treat depression. The best way to relax is to practice putting shavasana or dead. Meditation involves training to remain fixed to a specific location on the internal or external.
? Mediation helps to create balance in the nervous system.
? Lying down in a dark room can make a 1 / 2 hours of sleep will always make you feel better.
? Another cure for depression is a tea made of Indian basil (Tulsi) and grief. Use 1 / 4 teaspoon Tulsi and 1 / 2 teaspoon of sage per cup of hot water, drink twice a day.
? Blanch a cup of boiling water, add honey, wait 3 minutes and drink.
? Warm avocado leaves and put them on the forehead.
? Cook and eat: white lily, rice bulb, palm and tulip (add nothing more).
? Cook oatmeal to 1 cup of rice milk or soy milk, boil and stir for one minute at a temperature of law. Can add nuts, almonds, dried fruit, honey.
? Blanch very well to make tea and drink.
? Stir 1 teaspoon lavender leaves to a cup of boiling water, cool and drink 3 times daily.
? Eat: nuts, cheese and a tablespoon of cider vinegar in a glass of water.
? Eat at least 5 bananas a day, reduced to one time.
? Eat a lot of pumpkin seeds.
? Various yogic Asanas like halasana, paschimottanasana, Sarvangasana, shavasana, shalabhasana, vakrasana, bhujangasana and pranayamas as kapalbhati, bhastrika are very beneficial in the treatment of depression.
? Cook oatmeal to 1 cup of rice milk or soy milk, boil and stir for one minute at a temperature of law.

Depression’s Signs
Everyone feels blue from time to time, but real depression is a like a black cloud that smothers. If left untreated, these conditions can Leal to suicide. Being aware of the signs of depression is imperative. Common signs include:
Changes in eating habits
Thoughts of suicide or death
Feelings of guilt, hopelessness
A feeling of sadness that persists for several weeks or longer

Anxiety and depression are both very real, very serious illnesses. Fortunately, both can be treated rather effectively if their signs and symptoms are recognized and acted upon properly. Counseling and medication can help a person overcome these conditions. Trying to work through a combination of anxiety and depression alone generally is not advised.

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13 Comments on Herbal remedies for depression and its symptoms

  1. dawn h on Sat, 20th Feb 2010 3:46 am

    2. Exercise is great for depression. The adrenaline levels that are heightened during exercise are a natural combat for depression. Plus you help to keep yourself fit and healthy at the same time.
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  2. SouthernGrits on Sat, 20th Feb 2010 3:48 am

    3. Lots of sunlight and exercise….really!
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  3. jimmothy on Sat, 20th Feb 2010 3:50 am

    4. ginseng. its like caffeine without side effects. also lots of hugs from friends and lots of meditation on why you are sad.
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  4. Bob on Sat, 20th Feb 2010 3:52 am

    5. Consult a Good Homeopathic Physician,
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  5. Some Guy on Sat, 20th Feb 2010 3:54 am

    6. Go to http://www.healingfoodreference.com to see a list of healing foods, herbs, and supplements for a whole myriad of conditions, including depression.

    I’ll give you the most important solutions right here.

    First, cod liver oil. Get it from Nordic Naturals at http://www.nordicnaturals.com

    Sunlight! Take astaxanthin, a natural antioxidant, to give yourself natural sun protection. Get it from Cyanotech at http://www.nutrex-hawaii.com. Take 16 mg per day. Type in "TruthPublishing", when you order, in the order comments section to get a 35% discount.

    Exercise!

    Sleep 8 hours per day.

    Avoid all processed, dead foods. Eat organic live, raw foods. Only eat from health food stores and any food you can grow on your own, and make sure that the meat you eat is organic, free range, and free of preservatives.

    Take st. john’s wort.

    Stop eating hydrogenated oils and MSG. Read the label every time.

    People today are only depressed because they are being poisoned by all the crap in their food and the lack of nutrition.

    Educate yourself about natural health and you will be the most happiest person you can be.

    Read http://www.newstarget.com

    Read Natural Cures "They" Don’t Want You To Know About by Kevin Trudeau.

    I wish you all the best in health.
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  6. Eden* on Sat, 20th Feb 2010 3:56 am

    7. Those answers saying take exercise are right, it’s a great way to alleviate the feelings associated with depression. I have battled depression most of my life too, and currently am going through the early stages of being without anti depressants at all for the first time in ten years. Here is a list of the foods and natural remedies I was given from my local health food shop

    Omega-3 fatty acids
    Omega-3 fatty acids are a type of good fat needed for normal brain function. Our bodies can’t make omega-3s on their own, so we must obtain them through our diet.

    Studies have linked depression with low dietary intake of omega-3 fatty acids. In countries with higher fish consumption, such as Japan and Taiwan, the depression rate is 10 times lower than in North American. Postpartum depression is also less common.

    Studies suggest that omega-3′s together with antidepressants may be more effective than antidepressants alone.

    Cold water fish such as salmon, sardines, and anchovies are the richest food source of omega-3 fatty acids. But instead of eating more fish which contain mercury, PCBs, and other chemicals, fish oil capsules are considered a cleaner source of omega-3 fatty acids. Many companies filter their fish oil so that these chemicals are removed.

    Fish oil capsules are sold in health food stores, drug stores, and online. Most brands should be stored in the fridge to prevent the oil from going rancid. When comparing brands, the key active components for depression are EPA and DHA.

    Fish oil capsules may interact with blood-thinning drugs such as warfarin and aspirin. Side effects may include indigestion and bleeding. Fish oil should not be taken 2 weeks before or after surgery. Fish oil can also cause a fishy aftertaste. To prevent this, try taking the fish oil just before meals.

    SAM-e
    SAM-e, pronounced "sammy", is short for S-adenosyl-L-methionine. It’s a chemical that’s found naturally in the human body and is believed to increase levels of neurotransmitters serotonin and dopamine.

    Several studies have found SAM-e is more effective than placebo.

    In North America, SAM-e is available as an over-the-counter supplement in health food stores, drug stores, and online. It should be enteric-coated for maximum absorption. Although it’s one of the more expensive supplements, it remains popular as a remedy for depression and osteoarthritis.

    Side effects can include nausea and constipation. For more information, read the SAM-e and Depression.

    Folic Acid
    Folic acid, also called folate, is a B vitamin that is often deficient in people who are depressed.

    Folate is found in green leafy vegetables, other vegetables, fruit, beans, and fortified grains. It’s one of the most common vitamin deficiencies because of poor diet but also because chronic conditions and various medications such as aspirin and birth control pills can also lead to deficiency.

    Besides food, folic acid is also available as a supplement or as part of a B-complex vitamin.

    Researchers at Harvard University have found that depressed people with low folate levels don’t respond as well to antidepressents, and taking folic acid in supplement form can improve the effectiveness of antidepressants.

    5-HTP is short for 5-hydroxytryptophan. It’s produced naturally in the body and is used to make the neurotransmitter serotonin. Although taking 5-HTP in supplement form may theoretically boost the body’s serotonin levels, many experts feel there is not enough evidence to determine the safety of 5-HTP. It should not be combined with antidepressants.

    Diet
    Reduce your intake of sweets
    Sweets temporarily make you feel good as blood sugar levels soar, but may worsen mood later on when they plummet.

    Avoid caffeine and alcohol
    Caffeine and alcohol both dampen mood. Alcohol temporarily relaxes us and caffeine boosts energy, but the effects of both are short-lived. Both can worsen mood swings, anxiety, depression, and insomnia.

    Vitamin B6
    Vitamin B6 is needed to produce the mood-enhancing neurotransmitters serotonin and dopamine. Although deficiency of vitamin B6 is rare, a borderline deficiency may occur in people taking oral contraceptives, hormone replacement therapy, and drugs for tuberculosis.

    Magnesium
    Most people do not get enough magnesium in their diets. Good sources of magnesium are legumes, nuts, whole grains and green vegetables. Like vitamin B6, magnesium is needed for serotonin production. Stress depletes magnesium.
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  7. theonlyreallazisback on Sat, 20th Feb 2010 3:58 am

    8. Iperico,Valerian root,Damiana,Ginseng,Melatonin,Passiflora,Crataegus Oxiacanta,Rescue™Remedy,T r i b e s t a n ,Kawa Kawa,Eleutherococco.

    Sailing,swimming,learning something new,answering here.
    References :
    http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clinical_depression

  8. manu on Sat, 20th Feb 2010 4:00 am

    9. sure ,i am giving you 100% cure
    visit http://www.divyayoga.com and learn anuloma viloma pranayama from there or from any yoga teacher near you .this is a safe pranayama any body can do .do it for 15 min a day in the morning empty stomach .

    eat only fruits only at night.(dont mix sour fruit with sweet fruit)

    Wash only your head for 10 min under running water twice daily . have air bath and sun bath in the morning before 9 am and after 4.30 pm
    this wil solve your prob
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  9. Mara Jade on Sat, 20th Feb 2010 4:02 am

    10. Yoga and meditation.
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  10. Sarah Kanoewai on Sat, 20th Feb 2010 4:04 am

    11. HOMEOPATHY!!! Like Bob said, go to a homeopathist.
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  11. sOuL dOcToR on Sat, 20th Feb 2010 4:06 am

    12. Homeopathic Treatment(s) for Depression/Grief/Bereavement :-

    DEPRESSION & GRIEF(Bereavement) :-

    Severe shock due to sudden death of loved ones; restlessness, anxiety and fear Aconite 200X. 10 min (3 Doses)

    Prolonged mournings; cannot overcome the loss of loved ones Ignatia 1M or 10M, 6 hourly (3 Doses)

    When the grief is in the conscious mind; patient weeps; does not like sympathy Natrum Mur.200X or 1M, 6 hourly (3 Doses)

    For chronic grief and indignation Staphysagria 200X or 1M, weekly (3 Doses)

    Depression with suicidal thoughts feeling of worthlessness, Aurum Met 30X, three times a day half hour before meals.

    Take the remedy which is similar to your symptoms.
    No side effects or complications if taken as directed, please do not exceed the given dosage and under any circumstances do not try to mix any remedies and avoid Chocolates, Mints, Coffee, Red Meat, Alcoholic and Carbonated drinks, Spicy Rich Food while taking any Homeopathic remedies, and keep the medicines away from direct sunlight, heat strong smells and perfumes and do not store them in the fridge.

    Take Care and God Bless You !
    References :
    20+ Years of Homeopathic Practice.

  12. butchleal on Sat, 20th Feb 2010 4:08 am

    13. Hi,
    Have you ever heard of Himalayan Goji Jucie? It is said that constant consumption of goji brings a cheerful attitude. In Asia, it is rightfully known as the “happy berry”.

    dehemi@comcast.net
    http://www.deanandcathy.gojiteam.com
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  13. lysh on Sat, 20th Feb 2010 11:44 am

    14. natural remedies for depression?
    i’ve been battling depression my whole life, and i can usually tolerate the symptoms without medication. i recently quit smoking (about a month ago), so my symptoms are getting a little unbearable. i was wondering if anyone knew of any natural or herbal remedies for depression. i can’t take st. john’s wort because i’m on the pill…does anyone know of anything else that works?

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