Always wondered if any herbs or amino acids, vitamins, minerals, or other holistic treatments might be able to accomplish this.
Thanks so much!
2006-10-19 09:48:24 · 3 answers · asked by Brian 1 in Health ➔ Alternative Medicine
I would suggest St. John's Wort, but I think that's only for the serotonin. You could always go to the whole food store and ask someone there to help you. I come from a holistic family, and if I can suggest trying this "non holistic" dual acting anti depressant. It has nor-epinephrine and serotonin. It's called Cymbalta. It is very good. My mom has been taking it for a year and she is doing great now. She has always been so dead against taking anything like that. But, I have to say....depression is very serious. It's really not talked about as much as it should. It has taken me away from my life for 2 solid years. A lot of times we absolutely don't need to be medicated by these doctors. And sometimes, it can be as important as insulin would be to a diabetic. Depression is very serious, and paralyzing. Don't be afraid to try this particular medication.....it is not one that will turn you into a zombie....I promise.
2006-10-19 18:03:56 · answer #1 · answered by gran_of_papa_joe 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
L- phenylalanine, an amino acid. Take it on an empty stomach so it can pass the brain blood barrier. If you have high blood pressure this is not for you.
2006-10-19 20:41:33 · answer #2 · answered by Sweetie Poo 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tyrosine may help. Take as directed on the bottle. If you are on medicine for any kind of nerve or mental problem, clear it with your doctor first.
2006-10-19 12:57:24 · answer #3 · answered by Mad Roy 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋