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Herbal Remedies And Supplements For Depression?

Does anyone know or can anyone give me some good advice on what herbal remedies and or supplements fight depression that don’t react with prescription medication. Also, are there any herbal supplements that can give you an energy and motivation boost that actually work? I’m sick of trying things that have no effect what so ever. Can anyone help me?

Well I personally am experiencing depression. As a result of my parents strict “no western meds” rule, I had no choice but to turn to natural herbal remedies. I found the most effective herbs are Ginseng, magnesium/calcium combo, and rosemary skullcap. I would suggest that you see an accupuncturist that practices chinese medicine. He (or she) will…or should, at least, order you an herbal formula designed especially for you and your needs! but if you find yourself drifting away from the needle factor (which really is not bad because im extremely afraid of needles and im doinng accupuncture) you should probably see a homeopathic doctor.

I don’t believe that any herbal supplements can react with your perscription because herbs don’t work the same way as western meds do. I would suggest though yoga and meditation… other than the herbs I am taking I found that those two things helped a GREAT deal. As for the energy boost… ginseng can give you a bit more energy but nothing compared to exercise…. Well i hope you find my information usefull and if not… well I’m sorry… Good luck!

This is in regards to what ickypoo_ responded: (refer below)
Herbal medicines are not unsafe or unreliable or what ever he said. Herbal cures have been around for thousands of years where western meds… not so much. plus western meds merely cover up the symptoms of what you are having where herbs get to the root of things and get rid of it. also herbs are natural with no (or at least very very very minor) side effects. While western meds have tons of side effects that cause you to end up feeling worse at some points because of the very unnatural chemicals being put in your body.

I would suggest getting off perscription meds before you get hooked on them (but thats just me…. i tried the whole perscription meds and well… i got worse and almost suicidle). I’m sorry but that response was… well spoken like a true western medicine doctor… What im saying is, give the herbs a try, do some research if you must… but i can speak from true experience…. Also i do agree with Ickypoo on one thing…. Multi vitamins are a good thing to get into… i personally take Alive vitamins that work great for me…. and yes… your pee does turn shokingly bright yellow…. : )

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