Top 7 Remedies for Depression

Depression is a serious illness that can get in the way of our everyday life, if that is the case then you may consider one of these safe non drug naturel remedies that are proven natural cures for depression.

Lavender

Lavender has been used in ancient medicine to treat neurological issues like migraines, stress, anxiety, and depression. One study found that people who received a massage with lavender oil were more upbeat and had less anxiety than people who had a lavender-free massage.

Another found lavender massage can even lower systolic pressure the top blood pressure number that’s associated with stress. Try putting a few drops of lavender essential oil on your pillow or in your bath, or add a few drops to a cup of boiling water and inhale for a quick calm-me-down. You can even dab a few drops right on your skin—it’s one of the few essential oils that can be applied directly. The scent of vanilla has also been shown to alleviate symptoms of anxiety. In a study done at the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, patients undergoing MRIs who breathed vanilla-scented air had 63% less anxiety than those who breathed unscented air.

Lavender baths can be another way to fight depression. A lavender bath offers two distinct benefits: Lavender is absorbed through your skin in the warm bath water and a warm bath is a relaxing ritual in itself.

Cannabis

Cannabis is one of the most widely used substance in the UK. The use of cannabis in the treatment of anxiety disorders was first described by ancient Indian medical literature, which said that cannabis helped its user to be “delivered from all worries and care” (Da Orta 1563).

But as modern-day researchers have discovered, the relationship between marijuana use and anxiety is a lot more complex. For example, while it is true that reduced anxiety is a commonly given reason for using cannabis, reports also show that frequent marijuana users tend to have higher levels of anxiety.

Using cannabis to self-medicate one’s anxiety may help to explain these conflicting findings. However, research suggests that marijuana — at different doses — can have opposite effects on anxiety as well.

Studies show that the endocannabinoid system – the body’s natural cannabinoid system – plays a major role in regulating anxiety. Cannabinoid receptors – the binding sites of cannabinoids – are highly concentrated in certain parts of the brain that are responsible for anxiety, including the amygdala and hypothalamus. It must be noted that with the lax laws in most European countries cannabis growth is illegal but possession of cannabis seeds is perfectly ok as they are classified as “novelty” items. This loop hole is being used buy several large seed banks to sell cannabis

Coffee

Many recent research proved the effects of coffee against symptoms of depression. Caffeine, a component of coffee is a central nervous system stimulant, therefore consumption of coffee relieves depression. A study done in 2011 also proved hat drinking coffee decreases risk of depression among women. However consuming more than 2 cups a day can increase the symptoms of depression.

 

Turmeric

According to a randomized controlled trial it has been found that Curcumin, a bright yellow compound found in turmeric can be widely used to overcome depression because of its anti-depressant properties. Turmeric may prove to be an effective remedy to get rid of depression caused due to seasonal changes. It has been proved in many studies that Curcumin wards off depression by stimulating the process of neuro-genesis and increasing the levels of dopamine, norepinephrine, and serotonin.

Ginger

Research has shown that ginger can reduce some of the symptoms of depression, this is because ginger is loaded with phosphorous, magnesium, and calcium which are very good for improving the mood.

It provides natural properties that help with pain, indigestion, stiffness, headaches, and just about any health woe you can imagine. It’s technically a root by nature but can be bought in spice form with other dried spices. If you can get your hands on fresh ginger from the produce department, optimise it however possible. Check out our tips to use ginger if you’re new to using it, or try a ginger tea, juice with it, add it to a smoothie, or peel it and shred into entrees.

Saffron

Saffron is a spice derived from a dried portion of a crocus, a flower in the iris family. According to a study in Alternative Medicine Review, taking saffron stigma (the end of the carpel, or rod-like stem, in the flower) has been shown to be effective in treating mild to moderate depression.

SAM-e

SAM-e is short for S-adenosylmethionine. This supplement is designed to act like a synthetic form of the body’s natural mood-boosting chemicals. According to the Mayo Clinic, SAM-e is regarded as a supplement in the United States — the FDA doesn’t consider it a medication. You shouldn’t take SAM-e along with antidepressants. You should also be aware that SAM-e can cause health effects like upset stomach and constipation if you take too much.

Folate

There may be a link between low levels of folic acid (the synthetic form of folate) and people with depression. Taking 500 mcg of folic acid has been linked with improving the effectiveness of other antidepressants medications. Focus on consuming folate-rich foods daily. These include beans, lentils, fortified cereals, dark leafy greens, sunflower seeds, and avocado.

 

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