Anxiety causes stress that depletes the body of its stores of nutrients. Our diet can compound the problem and actually increase anxiety. Certain foods and substances tend to create additional stress and anxiety, while others promote a calmer and steadier mood. Some natural substances have a direct calming effect and others are known to have […]
St. John’s Wort and Depression
St. John’s Wort and Depression St. John’s wort (Hypericum perforatum) is frequently prescribed in Germany for the treatment of mild to moderate depression. Research has indicated that using St. John’s wort can significantly relieve the symptoms of depression, with people showing an improvement in mood and ability to carry out their daily routine. In addition, […]
The Antianxiety Food Solution
It’s remarkable how much the foods we eat can impact our brain chemistry and emotions. What and when we eat can make the difference between feeling anxious and staying calm and in control. But most of us don’t realize how much our diets influence our moods, thoughts, and feelings until we make a change. In […]
Healing Depression & Bipolar Disorder Without Drugs
When Gracelyn Guyol was diagnosed in 1993 with a mild form of bipolar disorder, also known as manic depression, she was prescribed a commonly used antidepressant. Soon she developed breast cysts and benign tumors, a possible side effect of the antidepressant. She went off the drug and within two months, her tumors disappeared. Under the […]