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Herbs for
Depression
Mother nature provides us a lovely range of herbs for depression, which
are a real natural cure for depression.
HERBS
for Depression
St John's wort (Hypericum perforatum) is
a good depression cure. It can
help to ease mild depression, nervous fatigue, negativity and sleeping
difficulties. Take three times a day, with meals, a 300mg capsule of
standardized extract that contains 0.3% hypericin and 5% hyperforin. Allow 6 weeks for
the herb to begin working. Caution:Do
not take St John's wort during pregnancy or breastfeeding, or with
other medicines without first consulting your doctor. The herb can
cause sensitivity to sunlight, try to stay out of the sun as much as
possible while you are taking it.
Rhodiola (Rhodiola
rosea) is a very effective natural remedy for depression. It is
good for
improving mood and alleviating
depression, reducing fatigue and improving both physical and mental
performance. Rhodiola has been used for centuries in Scandinavia and
Russia fighting fatigue, boosting brain power, easing depression,
enhancing immunity and sexual stamina. So it is nearly a superherb!
Mainly
used in capsules with
100mg of standardized amount of 3% rosavins and 08-1% salidroside. Take one
or two capsules daily in the morning and early afternoon, since it can
interfere with sleep. Caution: if you become overly activated or even agitated cut down the dose!
Further Herbs
for Depression:
Panax ginseng, Damiana (Turnera
diffusa), Gotu Kola (Hydrocotyle asiatica), Lemon
balm (Melissa officinalis) and Basil (Ocimum basilicum) also have antidepressant, mood
brightening and
energizing properties. They all have the power of treating depression.
Learn about the symptoms
and causes of depression
Essential
oils for depression
Several aromatic oils have
the power to uplift your mood and are useful natural cure for
depression, but
select carefully.
- Antidepressant
and sedative oils are: Camomile, Clary
Sage, Lavender, Sandalwood and Ylang-Ylang.
Use them if you feel restless, irritable and have sleeping problems.
- Antidepressant
oils without sedative effect: Bergamot, Geranium, Melissa and Rose.
They help to
lift your mood without cal
 ming down.
- When anxiety
is associated with depression: Neroli and Jasmin are the best choice. Both are able to increase confidence, in one's
self and in the likelihood of overcoming difficult circumstances.
You
may use them for treating depression as a full bath or foot
bath, or
putting a few drops on a
handkerchief and inhale the scent several times a day, or using for
foot massage, dropping 1-2 drops in olive oil. Foot bath or foot
massage can be so calming and uplifting.
Read about self
help advices and diet tips
Vitamins,
Trace Elements and Supplements for Depression Cure
Take
1 vitamin B-complex supplement each morning with your breakfast. Low levels of B vitamins,
especially vitamin B-6, have been linked with depression and fatigue. Caution: the maximum recommended dose for B-6 in long term use is
10mg a day!
Look for a brand with 50mg of different B
vitamins, with added biotin and folic acid.
The
mineral magnesium is very important for restoring and maintaining healthy nerve function.
Magnesium is a key component in the production and function of
serotonin. Supplements may help to alleviate anxiety and depression.
Take 150mg of magnesium, preferably as magnesium citrate twice a day. If you take magnesium supplements, be sure to take calcium
supplements as well.
Take regularly zinc supplements,
which include copper.
15mg daily helps you keeping the balance.
Omega3 Fatty
Acids in fish oil are essential to normal brain function, and have a beneficial effect on
serotonin production. They can improve mental health and brighten your
mood if taken regularly in a daily dose of 3000mg to 5000mg. They lower
the blood pressure a bit, so it is better to take them in the evening,
before
going to bed.
If your
natural cure for depression
remained unsuccessful please visit a doctor or Ask
the Expert.
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