In the pursuit of holistic well-being, maintaining good mental health is as essential as physical health. While various factors contribute to mental wellness, emerging research has highlighted the significant role that Vitamin D plays in promoting mental health. Often referred to as the “sunshine vitamin,” Vitamin D is not only crucial for bone health but…
In the pursuit of holistic well-being, numerous natural remedies have gained popularity for their potential to support mental health. Among them, chamomile tea has emerged as a soothing beverage with a long-standing reputation for its calming properties. This post will delve into the benefits of chamomile tea for certain mental health conditions. Chamomile Tea Chamomile…
Lithium has long been recognized for its versatile uses and its therapeutic potential in promoting mental wellness is a subject gaining increasing attention. This post is going to explore the remarkable health benefits, neuroprotective properties, and potential uses of lithium, particularly for bipolar disorder and overall mental well-being. Health Benefits Of Lithium Neurogenesis and Cognitive…
Coffee is one of the most widely consumed beverages worldwide, known for its energizing effects and rich aroma. While it has been long celebrated for its ability to wake us up and enhance our productivity, emerging research suggests that coffee may also have positive effects on mental health. In this post, we will explore the…
“Superstition Ain’t The Way” -Stevie Wonder Don’t look back unless you intend to go that way… This post is about healing stones, food choices, and the root causes of illness. Many people believe in the power of healing through crystals such as amethysts and quartz crystals. These stones can do wonders for the spirit to…
In this post, I am going over the dos and don’ts of multivitamins for your mental health. Many psychiatrists may accompany multivitamins with a patient’s medication routine. I might agree with them if the patient is only dealing with depression. Vitamins are important for the synthesis and recycling of certain neurotransmitters such as serotonin. When…
Aromatherapy can be very beneficial when it comes to mental health. Many people suffering from mental illness are under extreme stress. It is a good thought to cleanse your inside and out to achieve optimal health. I believe that what you put on your body is also important as to what you feed your body….
L-theanine is found in green tea leaves and has amazing healing properties. It is a natural amino acid that crosses the blood-brain barrier easily. There have been human and animal studies done on this amino acid and its benefits for mental illnesses and related mental health conditions. First, l-theanine is calming by increasing the neurotransmitters…
How do iron & akathisia relate? Do you or a loved one suffer from a mental illness and are on prescription medications? Do you or a loved one suffer from feelings of restlessness and akathisia (the inability to sit still and feelings of intense anxiety?) If yes, iron and this post are for you. Akathisia…
Although all amino acids are important for mental health and are the building blocks for neurotransmitters to synthesize, we will explore the most common amino acids that are associated with proper mental functioning here. Amino Acids: L-Tryptophan L-tryptophan is one of the essential amino acids that is found in protein foods. It is also available…