From the natural perspective, depression is an important part of life that everyone experiences at one point or another. The causes are many, but as I see it, depression is nature\u2019s way of making us stop and look at problems in life, and take time to correct them. Depression can just disappear when the cause is found and the problem addressed.<\/p>\n
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Modern medicine has a mistaken belief that anti-depressants are the answer; but these medications may actually hinder the healing process. Anti-depressants can be useful for a short time. Typical results are an emotional numbness and a reduction in sex drive, with other side effects (see drug labesl), and create a dependence that is hard break.<\/p>\n
The main cause of depression in WOMEN is hormonal imbalances<\/strong> caused by birth control devices, dairy, meat, or other nutritional deficiencies. Premenopausal women may use 3 Vitex<\/strong> capsules or 4 Blessed Thistle<\/strong> capsules a day. Post-menopausal women can use Eleutherococcus<\/strong> (Siberian Ginseng) at 6 capsules a day and may add 4 capsules of Suma<\/strong>. (This will help the adrenal glands to produce the proper hormones and promote healthy function.)<\/p>\n The thyroid<\/strong> can also be a physical cause; symptoms are weight gain, lethargy, depression, etc. Use kelp and other natural products to promote a healthy thyroid function. See your doctor to test the thyroid if it is suspected.<\/p>\n Other causes of depression include digestive problems<\/strong>, often caused by stress or other factors. The stomach contains MORE SERITONIN than the BRAIN! Hence, the term \u201cgut reaction.\u201d Use natural digestive enhancers and avoid all acid reducers and neutralizers. Parasites<\/strong> can also be a cause; symptoms include dark circles under the eyes and nervous irritability with digestive disturbances. This is mostly seen in children. There may also be heavy metal toxicity<\/strong> which natural detox supplements help.<\/p>\n What you can do naturally is to stay away from tobacco, alcohol, coffee, black tea, and sodas.<\/p>\n Emotional issues<\/strong> can be cause, from many different emotional traumas specific to the individual. Therefore, it is necessary to use the specific homeopathic remedy in combination with the Cell Salt Solution and supportive herbs.<\/p>\n ***Do not go off your medications without consulting your doctor. Even then, get off one medication at a time over a 2-month period. Slow down or stop your drug withdrawal if you do not see adequate results from natural medications.<\/p>\n Important reading material includes: Your Drug May be Your Problem<\/em>, Toxic Psychiatry<\/em>, Prozac Panacea.<\/em><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Herbs are plants valued for their specific strengthening\/ tonifying properties.<\/p>\n Herbal combinations: <\/strong><\/p>\n Dave\u2019s Mood Formula<\/strong> herbs traditionally used to help nourish and strengthen the nervous system. Formula: Melissa (Lemon balm), Hops, Mistletoe, Bitter Orange, Peppermint, and Valerian.<\/p>\n Dave\u2019s Positive Mind Formula<\/strong> herbs traditionally used to calm the mind, help with pent up emotions, and lift the spirit. Formula: Radix Polygala Tennifoliae, Albizzia, Flos Lonicerae Japonicea, Red Sandalwood, Blue violet, Lavender, and Squawvine herb.<\/p>\n Herb singles: <\/strong><\/p>\n Lavender<\/strong> \u2013 \u201cStagnant depression.\u201d A traumatic event in a life is fixated to the present from an event, and the person is acclimated to the old event as if it is still happening. Sleep, gas, nausea, churning stomach. Post traumatic stress syndrome.<\/p>\n Damiana<\/strong> \u2013 depression where the sex drive is lowered; can be from sexual abuse.<\/p>\n Rosemary<\/strong> \u2013 depression from an emotional trauma that \u201cstrikes to the heart.\u201d They often have liver headaches, red eyes, sharp pains, nausea, and are constipated. Good for a weak memory too.<\/p>\n St. John\u2019s Wort<\/strong> \u2013 effective for mild and moderate depression. There may be a sour stomach and negative attitude, lacking the day-today join in life. Modern medicine feels this herb will interfere with anti-depressants. But in several years of experience I\u2019ve never seen any problems.<\/p>\n Melissa (Lemon balm)<\/strong> \u2013 mild mood elevator. Depression with sleep problems. Cognitive depression. Useful for seasonal affective disorder and mild hypertension, also calms heart palpitations.<\/p>\n Black Cohosh<\/strong> \u2013 menopausal depression (combine with Vitex).\u00a0 Doom and gloom attitude. There feels like a black cloud overhead.<\/p>\n Gingko Biloba<\/strong> \u2013 depression associated with the elderly. Impaired vision, memory, and other cognitive problems.<\/p>\n Rhodiola<\/strong> \u2013 nervous depression. Immune weakness. Energy without stimulation. Improves circulation and increases oxygen to the head.<\/p>\n Schizandra<\/strong> \u2013 depressed without coffee to get going in the morning. Depression with liver problems. Strengthens the hypothalamus, pituitary and adrenals. Energizing and normalizes the nervous system.<\/p>\n Korean Panax Ginseng<\/strong> \u2013 depression from extreme fatigue where they are too tired to sleep. Improves energy. May be too stimulating at times.<\/p>\n American Ginseng<\/strong> \u2013 calming and rejuvenating. Depression from Fibromyalgia or Chronic Fatigue.<\/p>\n Ashwaganda<\/strong> \u2013 depressed and over stimulated muscles. Depression from Fibromyalgia.<\/p>\n Eleutherococcus<\/strong> (Siberian Ginseng) \u2013 long-term use for mild depression, exhaustion.\u00a0 Often for those who drink recreationally with loss of sleep. Also for menopausal women with motivation problems.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n To make a cell salt solution<\/strong>, put up to 10 tablets of each cell salt in a 16- to 24-ounce bottle; fill with water and swirl to dissolve tablets. Sip throughout the day.<\/p>\n #6 Kali phos 6X<\/strong> \u2013 nervous conditions and depression Homeopathic remedies are non-toxic natural medicines safe for everyone including infants and pregnant or nursing women. You may use 6X, 30X, 6C or 30C potencies.<\/p>\n Aurum metallicum (#1) <\/strong> \u2013 suicidal with despair, worse at night, extreme insomnia, nothing but a bright sunny day will lift their spirits or hope. Person forms strong attachments with people, they suffer in silence with no consolation. Heartache, reminiscing, sighing with grief. High blood pressure, life is a burden. Self esteem is tied to work.<\/p>\n Natrum muriaticum<\/strong> (#2)<\/strong> \u2013 won\u2019t cry in public. Sentimental with flatness, can get their eyes watery in a vulnerable spot. Depression from grief or loss (sighing). Denies depression, \u201cI\u2019ve already worked it out.\u201d Keeps to themselves, isolation, the quiet type. Shock, fear, anger, insults, offenses, frustration, and aggression.<\/p>\n Cimicifuga<\/strong> \u2013 feeling as if a dark cloud is overhead. Think that they might be crazy and are oversensitive to noises. Sleeplessness affects everything.\u00a0 Better for warmth and fresh air, worse in cold.<\/p>\n Ignatia<\/strong> \u2013 depression from over work and nerve exhaustion of caring for others. Hysterical at times. Sighs much. Homesickness. The wiped-out personality type is considerably vegetative, oversensitivity, unhappy love and chronic worry, easily offended. Better from warmth, worse from stress.<\/p>\n Lachesis<\/strong> \u2013 jealous, suspicious, talkative persons. Logic may be impaired. They cannot bear tight clothing.[or tight things about the neck].\u00a0 These patients sleep into an aggravation (worse after sleeping).\u00a0 Worse from warmth, better from cold and fluid discharges. (sweating, urination, etc.)<\/p>\n Natrum sulph<\/strong> \u2013 liver problems, overwork, or head injury. Severely depressed, suicidal, must restrain themselves. Conflict and weariness. Worse in winter.<\/p>\n Phosphoric acid<\/strong> \u2013 depression from emotional worry, homesickness for family or friends that have already died. Bothered that they don\u2019t recognize anyone, they seem confused and feel emotional pain, sleepy, whines often, is apathetic and doesn\u2019t want to talk. Desires warmth.<\/p>\nHerbs for Depression<\/h2>\n
\nCell Salts to Help With Depression<\/h2>\n
\n#9 Nat mur 6X<\/strong> \u2013 for grief, depression, and sadness
\n#11 Nat sulph 6X <\/strong> \u2013 for negativity, anger, suicidal feelings, and liver support<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n
\nDepression Homeopathic Remedies<\/h2>\n