Alternative remedies for depression and fatigue?
Can anyone recommend a remedy for depression; I suffer also from chronic fatigue.
I did try St John’s Wort - it didn’t help at all, alas.
My diet is very healthy; I don’t smoke, don’t do drugs, and don’t drink.
Many thanks for your help.
I exercise regularly. Also, to those people who keep suggesting Jesus and prayer - thanks, but I’m not a Christian…!
Good for you - diet’s very important.
I find meditation/yoga very helpful; and I know lots of people who rave about Indian head massage.
Incidentally, I noticed your other question: please don’t try St Johns Wort again whilst you’re on the other pills, the two mix very badly.
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October 7th, 2009 at 10:05 am
You could try Jesus, He’s supposed to bring joy
and rest for the weary
love for the broken heart
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October 7th, 2009 at 10:11 am
Bee Pollen is supposed to give you energy. I don’t know if it works though.
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October 7th, 2009 at 10:57 am
Prayer. That is what I have to do, I don’t wanna preach at you. However; I have been there done that.
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October 7th, 2009 at 11:36 am
Good for you - diet’s very important.
I find meditation/yoga very helpful; and I know lots of people who rave about Indian head massage.
Incidentally, I noticed your other question: please don’t try St Johns Wort again whilst you’re on the other pills, the two mix very badly.
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October 7th, 2009 at 12:04 pm
Have you tried some multi vitamin pills,also go to a health shop that specialises in alternative medicines.
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October 7th, 2009 at 12:21 pm
may seem old school, but fresh air and sunshine. i read that u suffer from chronic fatigue, so take a nap outside in the sunlight. many times, a person’s depression could be less severe if they increased their intake of vitamin D (the one that controls moods) and this vitamin just happens to actually be IN the suns rays. sounds kooky… but eh… guess its not.
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October 7th, 2009 at 12:53 pm
you said your diet is healthy-but do you exercise? I noticed about myself that when I don’t exercise I don’t feel so good-mentally & physically. Also, how long have you been feeling this way? If only for a short period of time, then your hormones might be doing something funky & your body needs to adjust. But please consult a physician if this is an ongoing thing!
God Bless!
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October 7th, 2009 at 1:05 pm
try drinking and doing drugs
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October 7th, 2009 at 1:23 pm
Do you exercise regular ,
Yoga and spiritual reflexion are great techniques.
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October 7th, 2009 at 1:46 pm
exercise!!!! it works, honestly
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October 7th, 2009 at 2:28 pm
reiki, reflexology, aromatherapy
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October 7th, 2009 at 2:51 pm
i reckon ya need to deal with the reasons for your depression what i mean is look inward and see if the cause is a fear or if it is due to circumstance such as job relationships that sorta stuff fatigue is tricky could be medical more likely the lack of energy is from incorrect breathing i say this only cos i’ve sum martial experience and i feel the tai chi and chi gung i’ve done has really invigorated my life in so many ways its been around a long time and for good reason it really works feel better soon x
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October 7th, 2009 at 3:18 pm
This may seem an odd solution for fatigue, but sometimes exercise can make you feel better.
If you can go to the gym and do gentle exercise it can make you feel better.
Swimming is an excellent way of exercising.
It may also help with your depression because it will release endorfins into your body.
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October 7th, 2009 at 3:30 pm
I would make a couple of suggestions. There may be a few reasons that you are suffering from fatigue and depression. In fact, they feed off one another.
For your fatigue, I would recommend a product that is called B-Pro. It is a bee complex that also contains Protein. It gives you energy to last all day and into the evening, with out keeping you up at night. You just take 1 teaspoon, mix it in 8 oz of water and drink twice daily. I use it every day. I can’t even think of attempting to make it though the day with out it.
For your depression, I would have to say that you should notice a huge improvement just by taking the B-Pro. But if you want to help it along, you could take Evening Primrose. Evening Primrose is for the central nervous system, Mental depression and nerve acids.
I believe that these 2 products will help you to over come your depression and fatigue.
I have posted the links below so that you can get a detailed desciption of their ingredients, properties and uses.
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B-Pro: http://www.masterpeaceinc.com/shop/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=1773
Evening Primrose: http://www.masterpeaceinc.com/shop/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=996
October 7th, 2009 at 3:57 pm
Depression is a very serious mental disorder which can lead into physical pain which may include fatigue.
The best way to cope with depression is to talk to councelor, so they may help you unravel what is happening inside of you that makes you feel depressed.
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October 7th, 2009 at 4:02 pm
how about a fag….one cigarette will do the work..srry fr such a bad advice but it works
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October 7th, 2009 at 4:43 pm
I don’t really know what St. John’s Wort is, so I’m sorry if one of my suggestions is covered by that.
I suffered from depression for a loooong time. I went to counselors, psycholigists and saw my doctor about it all the time. Sometimes medications or just talking about it would make me feel better, but sooner or later I’d be back where I started.
I finally when to an actual psychiatrist. Once she knew me well enough she perscribed me with different medications. It took a while to find the right match and it was really frustrating, but it finally worked. It’s a little expensive but if you feel like your life is being controlled by your emotions then it’s worth it. There might be stuff going on in your life that’s making you depressed or you might just have a chemical inbalance.
Chronic fatigue goes hand in hand with depression a lot, so I guess the best thing you can to is to figure out what’s going on with your mind and body. Hang in there!
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October 7th, 2009 at 5:23 pm
Unfortunately you are unlikely, as you are discovering, to get any real benefit from alternative, or as the PC brigade like to call them ‘complimentary’ therapies.
If you are in trouble start with your GP I am sure he/she will be understanding.
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GP for more years than I care to remember
October 7th, 2009 at 5:50 pm
First of all believe in yourself
For the depression, try taking a vitamin d supplement or spending at least an hour in the sun everyday. Also there is an amino acid called l-tryptophan, this will help with depression, it has been used for years, and even prescribed by doctors in some instances. You can get it at a health food store. It is a bit expensive, but it WORKS!!!
For energy, take a multivitamin for your specific sex(man or woman) and also take an extra b complex. this will help with energy and depression. B complex are specifically important for women, especially as we get older through or late twenties and beyond.
Soybeans are a great source of energy protein, buying frozen or fresh soybeans and steaming them are very tasty and very good for you, great energy booster.
Oftentimes chronic fatigue can be a side effect of the depression.
if you have a best friend, can you really talk to them about your true self. Try to create thinsg for yourself todo that makes you happy.
We all are beautiful beings on a journey, love laugh and live
Good luck and bless
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October 7th, 2009 at 6:40 pm
you could try aromatherapy , and reiki is a wonderful way to relax and re charge
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aromatherapist and relki 2
October 7th, 2009 at 7:27 pm
Contrary to the dinosaur view, you will get help from alternative remedies - and it is ALTERNATIVE & not complEmentary Dr Frank!! (Why does he insist on answering questions he has no knowledge or experience of?). Please try Homoeopathy - go to http://www.homeopathy-soh.org where you an find a practitioner local to you who WILL be able to help you. The process of treatment is complex - not something you can do yourself or look up in a book! It takes years of training & experience to be a good homoeopath. I treat a lot of depression with excellent results - no nasty side effects - just cure is enough for me!
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Nurse. Registered Homoeopath
October 7th, 2009 at 8:14 pm
Get checked out for lyme disease,of which your symptoms are typical.I cant be 100% certain, but well worth a try.
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http://www.breakspearmedical.uk
http://www.lymediseaseaction.org.uk
http://www.drmyhill.co.uk
October 7th, 2009 at 8:30 pm
Multi-vitamins + Omega’s are very helpful. I know from personal experience. Simce I’ve been taking them I have noticed a big difference (although it’s gradual & very subtle).
I take a multi-vitamin (these are usally signs of B defciency)+ hemp oil capsules (for omega 3,6,9) but u can take 7 Seas cod liver oil but fish oils only have 3 & 6 I think).
I also take magensium in the morning on an empty stoamch.
calcium is also very good as it’s relaxing.
For depression, sunlight is very good & if that’s not available an S.A.D. lightbox is also good. I don’t know of any natural remedies for depression. But this is a list of healing foods for depression:
http://www.whatreallyworks.co.uk/start/qanda.asp?article_ID=200
There’s a herb called Sutherlandia which is supposed 2 b very powerful for treating chronic fatigue & also other things like depression & anxiety & stress.Please see link below:
http://www.whatreallyworks.co.uk/start/qanda.asp?article_ID=530
sorry couldn’t be of more help,
xxChoo
PS> I used 2 have ME & I have heard from a very good doctor that this is metaphysically caused by a person or people or even a situaion demanding too much resposiblity from you & for example expecting you to deal with everything. naturally this owuld drain ur energy & deplete u of vitality.
it had happened to me & i detached & removed myself from the situation & I recovered.
also, (please forgive me if this is irrelevant 2 ur question)stand up 4 urself & don’t let people walk al over you as this can cause depression.
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http://www.whatreallyworks.co.uk/start/factsheets.asp?article_ID=459
http://www.whatreallyworks.co.uk/start/articles.asp?article_ID=352
( please also type in relevant words in search in this site for more info on natural remedies & advice)
NEWLY ADDED: Please also try 5HTP supplement from health shops, it’s very good for depression & mood stabilising.
October 7th, 2009 at 9:03 pm
Ask yourself what it is that you want out of life.
Once you know, simply work towards it.
Your problem seems to be a lack of enthusiasm and direction in your life.
Sort that out, and the rest will automatically fall into place.
I wish you well.
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How to reach Tranquillity in Seconds, by Vic Wearmouth
October 7th, 2009 at 9:21 pm
EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) and meditation. Watch comedies and funny things (but not silly), choose intelligent comedy. Avoid violence on TV.
Trust your higher self to heal you. Connect with your higher self and recognize that the world is beautiful and things happen for a reason. Take walks in nature and let trees and nature recharge your energies. Breathe in light and exhale the darkness. See the beauty in everything, including yourself.
PS: I tried St. John’s Wort for OCD, but didn’t help either and occasionally gave me heart racing.
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October 7th, 2009 at 9:46 pm
Well, since you do everything that’s supposed to be good for your health and it still doesen’t work then I suggest you start drinking, smoking and do drugs it may not make you feel any better but at least you will no longer give a damn.
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October 7th, 2009 at 10:08 pm
Depression and fatigue are common symptoms of liver problems. Do some research on a liver cleanse. Try not to ask in this forum. Do the research yourself. A good place to start would be by reading Nutrition Almanac
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October 7th, 2009 at 10:56 pm
Bergamont essential oil is really good for depression. As for the chronic fatigue I am not really sure, are the two linked? Have you tried having a massage or reflexology treatments are a good way to feel good and if you have an aromatherapy massage they should choose good uplifting oils. going out in the sun is supposed to be really good although if you live in the uk that is a bit hard at the moment. hope any of this helped.
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October 7th, 2009 at 11:12 pm
i was suffering from exactly the same . im also healthy and go 2 the gym when cn b bothered . i seen the doc and told them i aint touchin anti depressents i was finally pursuaded (for the better) . i take 1 tablet b4 i go to bed n thats it . Come morning im fully refreshed n full of the joys of springs . The tablet doesnt make u deppendant on it u can stop taking it when u want . Talk 2 some 1 how u feel thats the next best thing. u shud c the doc though
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October 7th, 2009 at 11:43 pm
I would recommend high dosage of EPA omega 3 fish oil.
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Experience…
October 7th, 2009 at 11:51 pm
sorry that i cant help as im just as bad as you but did you know that if you are on the pill st johns wart dose not work.
wish i could help im on the same quest.
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October 8th, 2009 at 12:02 am
Excerise is definately a good benefit, for the depression you may get some benefit from some form of counselling, this is only an idea.
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October 8th, 2009 at 12:21 am
Exercise is the best way to beat the blues and sunshine…. You can get those sun lamps and using it everyday for 20mins or so can lift your mood. Personally ive never used one but i have been told to get one… I exercise 3 times a week and my life is so much happier now in doin so. … Laughter is also a good way to make you feel light and happy , so do have a laugh, if not ,do something you enjoy where you get a buzz form it.
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October 8th, 2009 at 12:59 am
I assume you have had a consultation with your doctor. Many medical conditions that are easily treated will have this presentation eg anaemia, hypothyroidism. Get a blood test and a once over to make sure you are healthy.
I think aromatherapy massage is excellent for lifting the mood as long as you use a good therapist and can allow yourself to relax into the massage. You may well find a lifting of mood and a tendency to sleep better and therefore feel less fatigued.
Do make sure you are well, though.
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I am a surgeon
October 8th, 2009 at 1:37 am
i,ve suffered with depression for many years & been on all sorts of different drugs for it,am now trying puraepa fish oil,you can,t get it from health shops though,only from the w ebsite called mind1st ..
i,ve only been on it for 3 wks & they say you have to be on it for 12wks to start noticing a difference, i checked with my doc first though,just to make sure..i,m giving it the full 12wks,so hopefully it will help..good luck & i hope this has helped…
the reason you can only get it from mind1st is no-one else supplies this strength
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October 8th, 2009 at 2:07 am
If you also have PMS, then
http://www.shen-nong.com/eng/exam/specialties_womenpms.html
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October 8th, 2009 at 2:49 am
I would go to:
http://www.xoomaworldwide.com/krystynasherrer
and research the product and in the product you can link to testimonies and at the bottom of the page you can search for key words and type in depression and fatigue and you can see how it has helped other people too. It also does many other great things for you and it is not that much money at all. Look into it. It is great. I have been using it along with my family and it has helped each of us with a great many things.
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October 8th, 2009 at 3:38 am
Try EFT (Emotional Freedom Techinques). You can download a free instruction manual and it consists of tapping on a few accupuncture points on your body. I practice it and it’s good for many different things such as stress, anger, depression, guilt etc. Good luck. http://www.emofree.com/articles/accuracy-series.htm
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http://www.emofree.com/articles/accuracy-series.htm
October 8th, 2009 at 3:56 am
Have you tried the vitamin B’s? The B 50 is killer for energy. You can also get a shot of vitamin B from your doctor.
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October 8th, 2009 at 4:45 am
"The Natural Treatment (Prevention and Cure) for…
Depression" > scroll down to:
How to Prevent and Cure Depression
Depression is caused by many things in our diet, but three things stand head-and-shoulders above all the rest:
1) Aspartame (e.g. NutraSweet, Equal, etc.),
2) Sugar,
3) Anti-depressant drugs (technically not in our diet)
http://www.natural-treatment.info/
On that ^ Web site, are 3 links to seperate articles about how to deal with depression caused by those 3 mentioned things.
It also helps a LOT to hold a positive outlook,
but you might have to fight in order to establish one.
http://watchtower.org/e/20040422/article_03.htm
One needs to keep things in their life simple, to have –or develop– a good sense of self-worth, & to tend to their spiritual needs.
http://watchtower.org/e/20040201/article_01.htm
Even those who claim to not be religious have spiritual needs, whether aware of them or not. Studies have proven that those who are spiritually active are actually healthier, & bounce back quicker when they do fall ill.
Having hope is a must for those suffering depression. Without it, depression’s negativity will not go away.
http://watchtower.org/e/20040422/article_03.htm
So, the firt step needs to be, getting rid of the causes of the depression. Quit getting deeper into it, by adding to it. Then… Figure out how to climb out –& stay out– of it!
One or more drugs might help for awhile, but eventually will begin to add problems.
Exercise is essential for overall health, & definately aidds in relieving depression.
http://watchtower.org/library/g/2005/5/22/article_01.htm
Hospitals have found that gardening is wonderfully therapeutic for patients, as well! But some are extremely sensitive to chemicals, so organic is the wise course to follow.
http://watchtower.org/library/g/2002/3/22/article_01.htm
EDITED IN:
Natural Remedies for Depression
- February 1999 Issue of Nutrition Science News
- Altering the brain’s chemistry to elevate mood
http://chiro.org/nutrition/FULL/Natural_Remedies_for_Depression.shtml
Depression & Mental Fatigue
- Alternative remedies
http://project-aware.org/Managing/Alt/depression.shtml
Each of these latter 2 sites give several suggestions: herbal, homeopathic, nutrient, & several other avenues of therapy to consider.
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October 8th, 2009 at 5:13 am
Try clay…it is a great remedy, it helped my chronic fatigue, too…you need to be a non-alcoholic and stick to a vegetarian diet…it is a sort of powder…you buy it in Naturistic shops…you put it in your tea, stir using a wooden spoon and drink it…at the beginning, you won’t feel much better, but if you keep taking it, you will feel better…I take it for 3 years and it is a great supplementary nutriment…it finds your weak organs and stick to them, healing or treating them…I hope you find and try it. Check this site:
http://biorganic.ifrance.com/biorganic/clay.htm
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October 8th, 2009 at 5:18 am
basil tea, not too strong.
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October 8th, 2009 at 5:59 am
You have to find the thing which makes you happy. The thing which causes you to forget the time. Because that is the thing which energises and heals. Forget what you ’should’ be doing; what is expected of you, figure out what it is that can make you lift your head and realise that lunch was three hours ago.
Also, spirulina. Have a jug of spirulina smoothie in the fridge, and every time you pass it, have a slug.
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October 8th, 2009 at 6:16 am
I think you should stick with some altervitive medicine like others said. And pick something that you know you like to do…I know your probably not motivated to do it…but force yourself….hopefully in time you’ll enjoy it and be proud of yourself.
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