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My new web site NaturoBase.com has a lot more information - over 6,000 research studies, etc!
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Information on DepressionDescription Depression results when a person experiences more frustration and anger than he or she can handle. Each person is capable of handling a different amount of frustration or anger. The result is an abnormal receptor-neurotransmitter relationship at the synapse mainly in the limbic system in the brain. The presynaptic receptors deal primarily with the storage, release and uptake of the neurotransmitter. The primary neurotransmitters, both monoamines, are serotonin and norepinephrine. The available antidepressants, according to the latest theory, may increase the sensitivity of the post-synaptic receptor sites and decrease the presynaptic receptor sites. It is thought by some that the antidepressants may work by blocking the uptake of the neurotransmitters, thereby upgrading the synapse by having more available. Bipolar - mood disorders in which both manic and depressive episodes occur Unipolar - mood disorders in which only depressive episodes occur. Causes Causes of depression include: Impaired synthesis of the neurotransmitters; Increased breakdown or metabolism of the neurotransmitters; Increased pump uptake of the neurotransmitters. When a person experiences anger or frustration these chemicals are released at the synapse. The action potential is passed on from neuron to neuron. Following this the neurotransmitter is (1) reabsorbed into the neuron where it is either destroyed by an enzyme or actively removed by a reuptake pump and stored until needed or (2) destroyed by monoamine oxidase (MAO) located in the mitochondria.; Lack of these neurotransmitters causes certain types of depression, e.g., decreased norepinephrine causes dullness and lethargy, while decreased serotonin causes irritability, hostility and suicide ideation Risk factors for depression include: Females more likely to develop depressive illness than males; Strong family history (depression, suicide, alcoholism, other substance abuse); Presence of chronic disease, especially multiple diseases; Migraine headaches; Back pain; Chronic pain; Recent myocardial infarction; Peptic ulcer disease; Insomnia; Stressful situations; Adolescence; Advancing age; Retirement; Children with behavioral disorders, especially hyperactivity Methoxyhydroxyphenylglycol (MHPG), the metabolite of norepinephrine, can be measured in urine and in some laboratories in the CSF. Similarly the major CNS metabolite of serotonin, 5-hydroxyindoleacetic acid (5-HIAA), can be measured in the urine and CSF. These tests are not a good reflection of the levels in the central nervous system, but rather in the peripheral nervous system. Conventional Labs Specialty Lab Tests Products to consider Natural Therapies Most natural health web sites put a list of herbs, vitamins and nutritional supplements along with citations from scientific studies. Have you found this to be confusing, since there are so many to choose from? A far simpler way is to choose a supplement from the appropriate body system, such as liver support, detoxification, etc. A well formulated supplement works a lot better than separate vitamins and usually costs a lot less. Please call me at (239) 659-2684 if you would like some assistance in choosing an appropriate product. I can't diagnose or treat diseases by phone, but I can assist you in making better choices. I also can send some relevant articles to read. The first ten minutes are free (as long as you purchase from my web site). |
The next step, after you have been diagnosed with a disease, is to find out what is the specific cause, and then choose supplements that address it. Phone consults are my specialty. Please call my at (239) 659-2684 to schedule a consultation.
I recommend that you make an informed choice, and the goal of this web site is to provide you with the information to make a wise choice when it comes to your health and wellness.
As you can see, I don't sell any vitamins on this web site. There are thousands of vitamin stores that will sell you whatever vitamin you want, and many of them offer discounts.
If you are interested in some high-quality basic nutritional supplements, I recommend visiting the Store You will find my recommendations for a multiple, tasty chewable fiber wafers, high-potency probiotics, and fish oils.
Good luck in your journey towards health and wellness!!
Unfortunately, that would be a clear violation of FDA regulations. Also, one of the most important aspect of naturopathy is: "Treat the person, not the disease". This is a profound statement, and many people have spent thousands of dollars on vitamins listed in books or web sites for a specific disease. This is what I call "vending machine medicine". It rarely works! The solution is to find a naturopathic physician, such as myself, to assist you.
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