Depression
Depression is a clinical disorder that must be treated by a doctor. The products suggested below may be considered for treating and preventing “low mood” which is when a person is in a state of low spirits.
Symptoms
- feeling down
- a feeling of apathy
- fatigue
- sadness and tearfulness
- disturbed sleep and appetite and, occasionally, weight loss
Products that may help
- Royal Jelly – may help with general wellbeing
- Ginseng Complex – for stress and anxiety
- Fish oils-essential fatty acids play an important role in neural function and have a direct effect on our mood and behaviour
- B Complex with Vitamin C – for nervous system support
- St John’s Wort – to help maintain emotion. Traditional herbal medicinal product used to relieve the symptoms of slightly low mood and mild anxiety, based on traditional use only
- Valerian-useful if stress is a factor
- Lavender Essential Oil – may have calming and soothing effect
- Bach Flower Remedies – Rescue Remedy or others as appropriate may help to cope with stress and emotions
- Lemon balm-may aid anxiety and low mood
- Calcium and magnesium-important for nerve impulses, magnesium has traditionally been known as the ‘anti-stress’ mineral
- Vitamin D-plays a part in the maintenance of nerves and muscles, useful if low mood is caused by SAD (seasonal affective disorder)
