Vitamin D and Mental Health
Vitamin D has long been known to play a role in bone health. More recently, evidence is starting to show that it may be a significant factor in the treatment of mental health.
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October 19, 2023
Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation for Depression
Depression is often a challenging condition to treat. Fortunately, newer, non-medication-based treatments appear to hold promise for reducing symptoms.
September 15, 2023
Bacopa monnieri: An Herbal Medicine to Support Brain Health
Bacopa monnieri or brahmi, is an ayruvedic herb with a long history of use for supporting the brain. Recent clinical trials appear to support its historical uses.
July 28, 2023
Is Intranasal Ketamine Safe and Effective for the Treatment of Depression?
Intranasal ketamine has been approved for the treatment of depression. Current levels of evidence still raise concerns about its safety and efficacy.
July 22, 2023
Sleep Deprivation as a Treatment for Depression
Sleep deprivation often has a surprising short-term benefit on the symptoms of depression. Certain techniques might be able to extend the effects to help relieve depressive symptoms.
July 1, 2023
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for Depression
Transcranial magnetic stimulation is a fairly new treatment option that appears to hold promise for reducing or eliminating the symptoms of depression.
May 12, 2023
Magnesium, Zinc, Iron, Vitamin D and Anxiety
Anxiety is a common problem which often can be caused or worsened by deficiencies in different nutrients. Research also suggests that treatment with these nutrients may help with symptoms.
April 27, 2023
Iron and Mental Health
While normally thought of as just a treatment for iron-deficiency anemia, iron also appears to have a significant role in mental health.
April 14, 2023
Lion’s Mane Mushroom
Lion's mane mushroom is a distinctive mushroom that is often touted for it's mental health benefits. While current research is interesting, more studies are needed to confirm the initial findings.
March 31, 2023
Misophonia or Sound Rage
Misophonia is a recently recognized condition where specific sounds can cause an individual intense discomfort and strong negative emotional reactions.
March 23, 2023
L-Lysine: A Potential Treatment for Anxiety
L-lysine is an essential amino acid that appears to have benefits for reducing stress and anxiety.
February 24, 2023
Folate and Depression
Data suggests that folate may have modest benefits for helping to reduce symptoms of depression. It likely works best in those that are deficient and when taken for longer periods of time.
February 3, 2023
Acetyl-L-Carnitine and Mental Health
Acetyl-L-carnitine is a compound that improves energy production in the brain and body, with possible benefits for treating depression and dementia.
October 28, 2022
Gut Flora and Mental Health
Research continues to find connections between the gut flora and mental health. This bidirectional relationship allows gastrointestinal interventions to affect mental health and vice versa.
September 24, 2022
Chamomile
Chamomile appears to have potentially significant benefits for a number of conditions, including anxiety, menstrual cramps, digestive complaints and oral mucositis.
July 9, 2022
Natural Options for ADHD: Part 2
ADHD is a challenging condition that can have lifelong consequences. A number of additional, natural treatment options may also provide improvements in symptoms for some children and adults.
June 24, 2022
Natural Options for ADHD: Part 1
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is a common condition, typically diagnosed in childhood. While standard treatments are available, they carry some risks. A number of natural treatment options appear to have some benefits for reducing symptoms.
June 17, 2022
Creatine for Depression
Creatine is a popular supplement for body-building for increasing muscle power. However, research over the last two decades suggests that it might have antidepressant effects as well.
April 29, 2022
Lavender and Mental Health
Lavender has a long history of medicinal use. Recent studies suggest that it may have significant benefits as a treatment for both depression and anxiety.
April 20, 2022
Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT): A Valid Mental Health Treatment?
Emotional Freedom Technique is a controversial mental health treatment that combines tapping acupuncture points with verbal statements to clear negative emotions and trauma. However, a large volume of research is starting to suggest potential benefits.
March 31, 2022