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Topic: Depression and supplements
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sue g
Knowflake Posts: 982
From: ireland
Registered: Sep 2004
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posted May 08, 2005 10:46 AM
 
I just read in a health mag, that folic acid and vitamin B12 are helpful with serious depression, aso they increase the efficience of anti-depressants - hope this is of help to anyone out there struggling - love and light to all xxxxxIP: Logged |
wildflwrs
Knowflake Posts: 303
From: Albuquerque
Registered: Oct 2004
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posted May 08, 2005 05:37 PM
Yeah, those two are supposed to be good for a lot of things--I think hormonal balance comes into play.
I'm taking Prozak currently--tried to get off of antidepressants but I just couldn't. I was on Effexor quite a while and Wellbutrin a short time....but a lot of side effects. I'm doing better on the Prozak but I find that having a cup of Earl Grey tea with honey in the morning really helps it along. I tried the double bergamot Earl Grey tea...and for some reason it doesn't seem to work for me as well. I don't know why. That tea might not have the same effect for some people but I've been amazed at how it helps my mood and energy level in the morning. I will have to get those supplements though.
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Yang
Knowflake Posts: 805
From: Somewhere over the Clouds
Registered: May 2004
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posted May 10, 2005 04:48 AM
Thanks for the info sue g :thumbsups:Hey Wldflwrs- I know someone on Efexor and it works for him. I guess different anti-deppresants work for different people. IP: Logged |
wildflwrs
Knowflake Posts: 303
From: Albuquerque
Registered: Oct 2004
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posted May 11, 2005 12:54 PM
Yes, Yang, definitely...that's why it is often a trial and error process until the one that works with an individual's body is hit upon. Effexor helped my mood and my concentration--I was able to take a computer course after having difficulty concentrating for a long time. However, I didn't have physical energy and had trouble keeping up with things that required exertion. I have a friend that was on it and she slept all the time on it. She was able to put in a full week's work...but she would sleep on the bus to and from work and sleep the rest of the time. Wellbutrin, after getting built up in my system, just had me out flat! I could hardly do anything. But I've been much more productive with the Prozak, and it comes in generic now.
Another supplement that is recommended with Folic Acid and B12 is B6. The three work in synergy.
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Yang
Knowflake Posts: 805
From: Somewhere over the Clouds
Registered: May 2004
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posted May 11, 2005 01:54 PM
That is cool  wildflwrs.I am going to see a psychologist on Friday. IP: Logged |
kiwigirl
Knowflake Posts: 12
From: New Zealand
Registered: May 2005
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posted May 29, 2005 09:46 PM
I suffered from bad depression when i arrived back in New Zealand from two years in Europe. It sucked to put it mildly. anyway i tried the whole anti depressant thing which was fine, but my mum found out about a womens supplement called 30+ (30 plus) it has a website and you can buy it in chemists here and in Australia, it has helped me dramatically, especially with emotional flucuations etc.....dont know where you live but this may help.hugs
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sue g
Knowflake Posts: 982
From: ireland
Registered: Sep 2004
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posted May 30, 2005 04:45 AM
Thanks Kiwi, its always good to hear of alternative s. I always feel scared that doctors can prescribe drugs without knowing what effect they will have. My 78 year old Dad (who always took anti-depressants and tranqs) has just been give more and he said to me they totally knocked him out - how awful is that and what was his doctor thinking of - he is an old man and could have fallen or anything - I am so glad for natural healing!Hey Yang, how are you and how did your therapy session go man? IP: Logged |
pixelpixie
Moderator Posts: 388
From: Ontario Canada
Registered: May 2005
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posted May 30, 2005 10:25 AM
I always figured depression was a symptom of life.When I tell people who know me I am sad, they are always shocked...
You, Sad?
I always say Well, I can't know one without the other, right? I am having a heck of a time right now grasping these concepts....
I do not want to go on pills... I feel I wouldn't be me, I wouldn't be authentic.... yet I am tired of feeling sad.
It seems to get worse, and I can't blame it on my cycle right now. I woke up on Saturday thinking BLAH... I hate myself.
I had a gig that night.. and was high on the rush.....
Then again, I woke up Sunday, going Blah.. and cried on and off all day.
(usually sex will help, but this time, I barely enjopyed myself, and forget orgasm!)
I am also feeling nauseous.. although that isn't accurate.. I am not feeling the whole nausea.. I am just feeling sudden urges to vomit.... no lead up....
No, I am not pregnant.... I felt this way even on my period.... so I don't know....
Anyway.. I think I just wanted to talk about it.....
I am still sad.
Life circumstances?
Disbelief in myself?
Hmmmmmmmmm.
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trillian
Moderator Posts: 3322
From: The Boundless
Registered: Mar 2003
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posted May 30, 2005 01:05 PM
Pixie  You are Moon in Cappy; you're supposed to have periods of sadness and depression (I do not refer to what is regareded as 'clinical depression, that's another ball o' confusion). A Moon in Cappy needs those times for reflection and change, and to come out on the other side filled with profundity and wisdom. As one Moon in Cappy to another, I assure you these are temporary, and necessary for us to grow and know ourselves. Pills will only suppress who you are. Consider alternatives that are healthier, like organic St. John's Wort. I can't stress organic enough. Most of the crap you buy in pharmacies, etc., are grown in Third World Countries where pesticides, etc., are unregulated. And the product you receive is so filled with toxins, it will only further poison your body. Also, I can't recall your age. Are you approaching, or are you in, your Saturn Return? One more thing...are you consuming aspartame (NutraSweet), or Splenda? GET RID OF THEM, NOW. There are many links from these sweeteners to all sorts of health problems, including depression. They are poison. Much love to you Pixie. If you need a shoulder...  IP: Logged |
pixelpixie
Moderator Posts: 388
From: Ontario Canada
Registered: May 2005
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posted May 30, 2005 01:57 PM
Thanks, Trillian!
Yes, I do the sweetener thing.. I have read what you've written before.... I really should stop....true with the Cappy Moon thing.. I totally agree... that's what I mean.. it is something I am used to, and I do see it as reflection, and ressurrection.. which is why I am saddened further that I haven't emerged on the other side yet.
And yes, I will be 29 this year. Going through lots.
I feel so burdened right now.
Lots of brooding, disbelief in myself and the things I perhaps take for granted.
I mentioned St.John's Wart yesterday.. maybe I will look into it further.....Organic, I will remember your words. Thank you , as always, for your help ... I adore you. IP: Logged |
Yang
Knowflake Posts: 805
From: Somewhere over the Clouds
Registered: May 2004
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posted June 01, 2005 05:23 PM
I am doing great-went to see a psycho but never again. Something about him I didn't like.
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